ALFA’s membership network is based on exclusive grants of territorial responsibility. Each metropolitan area, state, or country is served by one ALFA law firm. While ALFA presently maintains coverage in virtually all U.S. metropolitan areas and states, a few membership searches are typically pending at any given time. On the international front, ALFA is actively seeking to extend its membership coverage in Eastern Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa. To determine whether ALFA has membership coverage for a specific geography, consult the firm locator tab within this website or contact us in Chicago.

The application and selection process for ALFA membership is a rigorous one. Candidates for membership must submit a multi-faceted written application. ALFA representatives will typically visit the applicant’s offices and interview key lawyers within the firm. Input on an application is sought from present ALFA members and clients possessing specific knowledge of either the applying firm or the relevant geographic area. An application for membership must be reviewed and approved by both a regional membership committee and the ALFA Board of Directors.