Membership

Apply for membership

Membership is open to attorneys who represent injured people. Complete the application below and it will be sent to the CATA officers for review. Your application must be seconded by a CATA member and approved by the President; dues are collected after approval.

Prefer paper? Download the PDF application and return it with dues to the Treasurer.

Applicant

Name *

Email *

Firm *

Office address

Office phone

Home address

Home phone

Background

Law school / year graduated

Professional honors or articles written

Year admitted (Ohio)

Year began practice

Percent of cases representing claimants

Names of partners, associates and/or office associates (state which)

Membership in legal associations (bar, fraternity, etc.)

Sponsorship

Invited by

Seconded by (optional)

If left blank, CATA will seek a second from the membership.

I hereby apply for membership in the Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys. I agree to abide by CATA's Constitution and By-Laws and to participate fully. I certify that no more than 25% of my practice, nor my firm's practice, is devoted to personal injury litigation defense, and that I possess skill and interest in trial and appellate practice, a willingness to serve the legal profession, and excellent character and integrity. I understand that I must print, sign, and return the completed application to the Treasurer to finish joining.