About PBA

Mission Statement

To propound the precepts of the rule of law;
to advance the science and art of jurisprudence;
to support and promote a diverse and inclusive system of justice;
to support and promote the equal administration of justice for all and that no one on account of poverty be denied their legal rights;
to support and promote a thorough and continuing legal education;
to uphold the honor and dignity of the bar by supporting and promoting civility and professionalism in the practice of law and with the judiciary and community;
to serve as the organization most broadly representative of the members of the bar of this commonwealth;
to honor and preserve the history of the profession and the legacy of its members;
to uphold and defend the independence of the judiciary;
and to secure proper legislation in support of all these purposes.