Inn of Court

Membership & Dues

The Villanova Inn addresses litigation, and consists of 110 members. Membership is composed of the following categories: Masters of the Bench, Barristers, Associates, and Pupils. The four membership categories; along with eligibility requirements, term limits and dues for the Inn Year 2004-2005; are listed below. (Please note that all government employees, public interest lawyers and academicians receive a 50% dues discount.)

Masters: judges, law professors, and experienced lawyers with at least 15 years of experience (Term: 5 years, 2004-2005 Dues: $340.00);

Barristers: lawyers with at least 7 years of experience (Term: 3 years, 2004-2005 Dues: $275.00);

Associates: lawyers who have less than 7 years experience (Term: 2 years, 2004-2005 Dues: $210.00 per year); and

Pupils: third year law students (Term: 1 year, no dues).