Missouri Association Of Trial Attorneys
- Assets
- $1.7m
- Revenue
- $2.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Jefferson City, MO
- Founding
- 03/1986
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 44-0648521
Organization Overview
Missouri Association Of Trial Attorneys is located in Jefferson City, MO. The organization was established in 1986. 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, Missouri Association Of Trial Attorneys employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Missouri Association Of Trial Attorneys 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, Missouri Association Of Trial Attorneys generated $2.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.0m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.4% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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 UPHOLD AND DEFEND THE CONSTITUTIONS OF THE UNITED STATED & THE STATE OF MISSOURI; ADVANCE THE SCIENCE OF JURISPRUDENCE; UPHOLD THE HONOR OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION; TO PRESERVE THE ADVERSARY SYSTEM & RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY; TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS & PUBLISH LEGAL PERIODICALS TO EDUCATE ITS MEMBERS, JUDGES, AND ATTORNEYS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM - THE MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF TRIAL ATTORNEYS REVIEWED ALL LEGISLATIVE BILLS INTRODUCED IN THE MISSOURI GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND MONITORED BILLS DETERMINED TO BE OF INTEREST TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION AND THEIR CLIENTS. MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION, STAFF AND CONSULTANTS TESTIFIED AND/OR LOBBIED FOR OR AGAINST PROPOSED LEGISLATION RELATING TO THE CIVIL JUSTICE SYSTEM, THE RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY, AND INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS. BY PROVIDING ISSUE BRIEFS, TESTIMONY, AND CONSULTATION REGARDING IDENTIFIED ISSUES, THE ASSOCIATION WAS SUCCESSFUL IN STOPPING OR AMENDING PROPOSED LEGISLATION WITH POTENTIAL TO RESTRICT OR LIMIT THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS AND/OR THE BENEFITS OF THE CIVIL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY.
CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION AND ANNUAL CONVENTION - THE MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF TRIAL ATTORNEYS PRESENTED AN ANNUAL CONVENTION FEATURING CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION SEMINARS AND OFFERED 68 INTERACTIVE/LIVE TELE-CONFERENCE SEMINARS VIA THE INTERNET ON TOPICS OF INTEREST TO MEMBERS OF THE TRIAL BAR. THE SEMINARS OFFERED PROGRAMS FOR MEMBERS TO EARN REQUIRED CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION CREDITS AND TO GAIN KNOWLEDGE OF NEW TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLS IN THE ART OF ADVOCACY TO HELP THEM BETTER SERVE THEIR CLIENTS. PRESENTATION OF SEMINARS VIA THE INTERNET ALLOWED MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN LIVE SEMINARS FROM THEIR OFFICES WHICH REDUCE THE TIME REQUIRED TO ATTEND SEMINARS IN LOCATIONS AROUND THE STATE, THUS ENABLING THEM TO HAVE ADDITIONAL TIME TO SERVE THEIR CLIENTS AND REDUCE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH COMPLYING WITH THE MANDATORY CLE REQUIREMENTS TO MAINTAIN THEIR LICENSE TO PRACTICE LAW. INTERACTIVE TELECONFERENCE SEMINARS PRESENTED MEMBERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN SKILS FROM NATIONAL, STATE AND REGIONAL SPEAKERS. A TOTAL OF 618 MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE SEMINARS.
MAGAZINE - THE MISSOURI ASSOCIATION OF TRIAL ATTORNEYS PUBLISHED A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE DIRECTED TO THE EDUCATION OF ITS MEMBERS AS WELL AS JUDGES AND LAWYERS GENERALLY. THE MISSOURI TRIAL ATTORNEY MAGAZINE PRESENTS ARTICLES WRITTEN BY TRIAL LAWYERS DIRECTED TO THE TEACHING OF TORT LAW, WORKER'S COMPENSATION, AND OTHER ASPECTS OF THE LAW PERTAINING TO THE PROTECTION OF THE CIVIL JUSTICE SYSTEM AND ADVANCING THE INTERESTS AND PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS. THE MAGAZINE INCLUDES ADVERTISEMENT OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE TO THE LEGAL COMMUNITY AND TRIAL BAR TO ASSIST MEMBERS IN BETTER SERVING THEIR CLIENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Sara Schuett Executive Dir. | OfficerTrustee | 35 | $292,008 |
Kathryn Brandstetter Director Of Communications | 40 | $125,143 | |
Michele Peters Professional Staff | 40 | $103,026 | |
Sonya Bridges Professional Staff | 40 | $100,947 | |
Jenifer Placzek Immed Past Pres | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Amy Collignon Gunn President | OfficerTrustee | 4.5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Jones Advocacy Group Consultation | 12/30/23 | $126,000 |
Cozad Company Llc Consultation | 12/30/23 | $110,000 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,016,850 |
| Investment income | $15,232 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $12,943 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$19 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,045,241 |
| 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. | $496,745 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $295,872 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $19,701 |
| Other employee benefits | $29,695 |
| Payroll taxes | $46,428 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $12,050 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $609,292 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $47,029 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $17,760 |
| Information technology | $374 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $29,215 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $242,085 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $6,100 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,294 |
| Insurance | $12,024 |
| All other expenses | $4,762 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,955,198 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $649,071 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $943,071 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $84,536 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,028 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,681,706 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $723,850 |
| 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 | $723,850 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $957,856 |
| 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 | $1,681,706 |