Mentorship and pipeline
Find mentors, share guidance, and help law students, clerks, newer lawyers, and attorneys in transition build lasting professional relationships.
Chuseok reservations are now closed
Thank you for your wonderful interest in our Chuseok celebration. In the spirit of Chuseok, we’re grateful for this community and the chance to come together. 감사합니다 (kamsahamnida)!
Professional development
KALAGNY × National KABA Resume Workshop
KABA Philadelphia is pleased to share this virtual workshop for law students and early-career attorneys. The panel will cover resumes, cover letters and soft skills, and the law-firm perspective.
Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time: 8:30 PM ET
Location: Zoom; link provided before the event
Register for the Workshop
Greater Philadelphia
A Philadelphia home for Korean American legal professionals.
KABA Philadelphia is a voluntary bar association for attorneys, judges, law students, legal professionals, and allies. We are building practical ways for members to meet, mentor, lead, and serve while strengthening the Korean American legal community in Greater Philadelphia.
Upcoming event
Chuseok Open House & Membership Drive
Reservations are now closed. Thank you for your interest and for being part of our community. 감사합니다 (kamsahamnida)!
The KABA Philadelphia Chuseok open house and membership drive will take place at SouthGate Philly on September 23 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Select open bar and complimentary food will be available.
The reception brings together registered members and non-member attorneys, legal professionals, and law students. No payment or membership is required to attend. Attendees who want to join KABA Philadelphia can select a membership tier at the event.
Reservations closed
Thank you for your interest!
Membership
No payment or membership is required to attend.
Questions
info@kabaphilly.org
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SouthGate Philly
1801 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 6:00-9:00 PM
What we do
What membership offers.
Professional development
Learn through programs on practice growth, leadership, clerkships, in-house roles, public service, and issues affecting Korean American lawyers.
Community and service
Serve with Philadelphia-area bar associations, civic groups, nonprofits, law schools, and Korean American community partners.
Leadership
Board of Directors
KABA Philadelphia is led by local lawyers and legal leaders from law firms, companies, investment management, technology, and compliance roles. The Executive Board is listed first; directors are listed alphabetically by last name.
Executive Board
Directors
Membership
Join KABA Philadelphia.
Whether you are a law student looking for mentors, a newer lawyer building a network, an experienced attorney interested in mentoring, or an ally who supports the organization, there is a place for you in KABA Philadelphia.
KABA Philadelphia is organized as a 501(c)(6) professional association. Membership dues and donations support association programming and operations and are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions. Members and donors should consult their own tax advisors about possible business expense treatment.
Register, pay dues, or donate to KABA Philadelphia
Registration is available through a short online form. Select the category that fits your current role, then pay dues or make a donation by credit card.
- Complete the membership registration form.
- Select your membership tier.
- Pay dues or make a donation through the available payment options.
Membership dues support association programming, mentorship, student outreach, community events, and operations.
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KABA Philadelphia is a 501(c)(6) professional association. Payments are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions.
Register for Membership$75 annual dues
For attorneys in private practice who want a stronger local network, mentorship opportunities, and a forum for professional growth.
Private practice membership$50 annual dues
For attorneys and legal professionals serving in government, public interest, nonprofit, academic, or similar roles.
Public service and nonprofit membership$25 annual dues
For law students seeking mentorship, career exposure, and a welcoming connection to Korean American and AANHPI lawyers in Philadelphia.
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KABA Philadelphia publishes its organizing documents so members and supporters can understand the association's structure and governance.
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