State, Local, and National Defense Organizations (SLDOs/NDOs) Free Membership Program

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It's Back This Year - SLDOs/NDOs Can Join DRI for Free!

DRI has partnered with many State, Local, and National Defense Organizations (SLDOs/NDOs) to offer a free DRI Membership program for eligible members.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for the SLDO/NDO Free DRI Membership Program, you must:

• Be a current or a new member of a participating SLDO/NDO (A current list of participating SLDOs/NDOs can be found below)
• Be a first-time DRI Member OR a former DRI member whose membership lapsed prior to June 1, 2021.
• Complete an SLDO/NDO Free Membership Program online membership application.

Why DRI?

DRI is the largest association of civil defense attorneys and in-house counsel, connecting members regionally and nationally. We enhance the skills and promote the success of the civil defense bar through innovative programming, a vibrant membership community, and advocacy on behalf of the legal profession. DRI is focused on business development and networking opportunities for more than 16,000 like-minded practitioners and industry representatives. DRI members come from diverse backgrounds and practice areas, working in firms of all sizes as both in-house counsel and claims professionals.

For more than 50 years, DRI has been the recognized leader in providing the contacts, tools, resources, and education needed to be successful in an ever-changing and competitive legal environment. The benefits of DRI membership are countless and evolving. Learn more about all that DRI has to offer.

Participating SLDOs/NDOs

Note: If you don't see your SLDO/NDO listed, encourage them to participate in the program.

Additional Details

• Membership eligibility will be cross-referenced between DRI and SLDOs/NDOs. If it is determined you do not meet the qualifications, you will be given the opportunity to pay for an individual membership or have your membership terminated.
• Individuals applying must meet DRI’s Individual Membership criteria: "Lawyers in private practice who devote a substantial portion of their professional time to the representation of businesses, insurance companies and/or their insureds, associations, or governmental entities in civil litigation."
• Please contact membership@dri.org for more information.

*Program dates may vary slightly by SLDO/NDO