Philadelphia Bar Association is located in Philadelphia, PA. The organization was established in 1940. According to its NTEE Classification (I03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Philadelphia Bar Association employed 39 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Philadelphia Bar Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Philadelphia Bar Association generated $3.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 9 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.7m during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.1%) per year over the past 9 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROMOTE JUSTICE, PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AND RESPECT FOR THE RULE OF LAW.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE - PROVIDES LEGAL ADVICE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF LITIGATION IS APPROPRIATE & REFER INDIVIDUALS TO QUALIFIED ATTORNEYS IF NECESSARY.
THE ASSOCIATION CONTRIBUTES TO PHILADELPHIA VIP, A 501(C)(3) PRO BONO LAW ORGANIZATION.
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION, SECTION PROGRAMS, MEETING SERVICES - PROVIDE REQUIRED SEMINARS & COURSES TO AREA ATTORNEYS TO PROMOTE THE EXCHANGE OF IDEAS AMONG PROFESSIONALS IN A VARIETY OF LEGAL DISCIPLINES.
WEBSITE AND LEGAL PUBLICATIONS - PROVIDE REGIONAL LEGAL INFORMATION TO MEMBER ATTORNEYS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Wesley R Payne IV Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Marc J Zucker Chancellor | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Jennifer S Coatsworth Chancellor-Elect | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Michael J Stackow Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Diane Penneys Edelman Assisstant Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Matthew S Olesh Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
---|---|
Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $2,870,888 |
Investment income | $73,960 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $395,000 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $126,175 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $3,665,455 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $25,000 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $438,418 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,271,192 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $63,481 |
Other employee benefits | $133,791 |
Payroll taxes | $120,420 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $159,052 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $145,453 |
Information technology | $118,617 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $55,000 |
Travel | $1,750 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $348,573 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $49,852 |
Insurance | $52,087 |
All other expenses | $33,722 |
Total functional expenses | $3,683,239 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $241,257 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $230,093 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $76,696 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $167,986 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,937,220 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $620,872 |
Total assets | $4,274,124 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $334,461 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $290,219 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $620,872 |
Total liabilities | $1,245,552 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,028,572 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,274,124 |