Milwaukee Bar Association Inc
- Assets
- $948.0k
- Revenue
- $531.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Founding
- 05/1979
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-1327219
Organization Overview
Milwaukee Bar Association Inc is located in Milwaukee, WI. The organization was established in 1979. 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 12/2021, Milwaukee Bar Association Inc employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Milwaukee Bar Association Inc 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 12/2021, Milwaukee Bar Association Inc generated $531.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $602.5k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.1%) per year over the past 7 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF THE MILWAUKEE BAR ASSOCIATION IS TO BE AN INCLUSIVE, EQUITABLE AND DIVERSE ORGANIZATION THAT SERVES THE INTERESTS OF THE LAWYERS, JUDGES AND THE PEOPLE OF MILWAUKEE COUNTY BY WORKING TO PROMOTE THE PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS OF THE LOCAL BENCH AND BAR; ENCOURAGE COLLEGIALITY, PUBLIC SERVICE AND PROFESSIONALISM ON THE PART OF THE LAWYERS OF SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN; IMPROVE ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR THOSE LIVING AND WORKING IN MILWAUKEE COUNTY; SUPPORT THE COURTS OF MILWAUKEE COUNTY IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE; AND INCREASE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE CRUCIAL ROLE THAT THE LAW PLAYS IN THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE OF MILWAUKEE COUNTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE MILWAUKEE BAR ASSOCIATION PROVIDES OVER 100 HOURS OF CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION CREDIT TO KEEP ATTORNEYS UPDATED ON NEW PROGRESS IN THE LEGAL FIELD AS WELL AS HELP THEM EARN CREDIT TO MAINTAIN THEIR LICENSE.
THE MILWAUKEE BAR ASSOCIATION'S LAWYER REFERRAL AND INFORMATION SERVICE PROVIDES BOTH ACCESS TO THE PUBLIC TO LOCATE AN APPROPRIATE ATTORNEY TO ASSIST THEM WITH THEIR LEGAL NEEDS AS WELL AS A REVENUE SOURCE VIA REFERRALS FOR LOCAL PRACTICING ATTORNEYS.
THE MILWAUKEE BAR ASSOCIATION'S MEETINGS AND EVENTS PROVIDE OPPORTUNTIES FOR MEMBERS TO INTERFACE AND OBTAIN AN IMPORTANT CONNECTION WITH THEIR COLLEAGUES ACROSS LEGAL FIELDS. ATTORNEYS CAN BECOME ISOLATED IN THE INCREASINGLY TECHNICAL WORLD AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT IS IMPORTANT FOR CAREER GROWTH AS WELL AS MENTAL HEALTH.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sarah Martis Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $93,359 |
Nadelle Grossman President (thru June) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Erin Cook President (beg June) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Hon Ellen Brostrom President-Elect | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Emil Ovbiagele Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Patricia Hintz Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| 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 | $750 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $750 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $523,175 |
| Investment income | $131 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $5,463 |
| Net Rental Income | $538 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $531,056 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $115,217 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $127,371 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $36,364 |
| Payroll taxes | $19,937 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $34,196 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,796 |
| Advertising and promotion | $8,408 |
| Office expenses | $37,248 |
| Information technology | $7,625 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $140,864 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,587 |
| Interest | $2,376 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $60,582 |
| Insurance | $2,027 |
| All other expenses | $885 |
| Total functional expenses | $602,483 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $57,967 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $244,531 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $99,917 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $19,647 |
| 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 | $4,002 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $439,748 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $82,208 |
| Total assets | $948,020 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $124,835 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $3,250 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $128,085 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $819,935 |
| 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 | $948,020 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
National Conference Of Bar Examiners Madison, WI | $143,760,140 | $36,663,081 |
American Bar Foundation Chicago, IL | $37,925,650 | $9,357,330 |
Illinois State Bar Association Springfield, IL | $19,242,841 | $8,740,125 |
Association Of Legal Administrators Chicago, IL | $3,426,402 | $6,090,392 |
Minnesota State Bar Association Msba Minneapols, MN | $6,412,975 | $5,816,398 |
Teamsters Local Union No 727 Legal Assistance Trust Fund Park Ridge, IL | $2,977,778 | $5,048,167 |
Chicago Bar Association Chicago, IL | $12,652,985 | $5,014,967 |
Legal Marketing Association Chicago, IL | $3,459,145 | $3,787,273 |
International Association Of Defense Counsel Chicago, IL | $5,596,400 | $3,119,794 |
Iowa State Bar Association Des Moines, IA | $8,578,235 | $3,502,271 |
Hennepin County Bar Association Minneapolis, MN | $1,631,401 | $2,854,282 |
Il Board Of Admissions To The Bar Springfield, IL | $10,500,041 | $2,819,422 |