Formerly the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association (CCCA), CBA In-House Lawyers is the only legal association devoted entirely to in-house lawyers in Canada. In partnership with the Canadian Bar Association, we serve more than 5,000 in-house professionals across every province, territory, sector and industry.
We welcome in-house lawyers from all organizational settings, including public and private companies, not-for-profits, associations, Crown corporations, municipalities, hospitals, post-secondary institutions, and school boards. Our members also include lawyers working within federal and provincial governments, as well as those serving government-created agencies, boards, commissions and regulatory bodies. Associate members from law firms and related organizations further enrich our educational programs and events.
No matter your industry, tenure, or background — you belong here. CBA In-House Lawyers is proud to be inclusive and welcoming of all in-house lawyers. We are committed to equity and to ensuring that members from equity-deserving communities feel seen, supported, and represented.
Our mission
To connect in-house lawyers to the people, resources and skills they need to develop professionally and serve their organizations successfully.
Our pillars
Connection: Build strong professional relationships through peer networking, national and local events, and opportunities to lead and collaborate.
Resources: Access in-house-specific tools, timely legal insights, and curated content that helps you deliver value in a complex business environment.
Career Development: Enhance your legal and leadership skills with programming designed for in-house professionals, including mentorship and our flagship Business Leadership Program for In-House Counsel.
What we offer members
We are Canada’s home for in-house lawyers. In collaboration with the Canadian Bar Association, we:
- Inform, connect and be the voice of the nation’s in-house lawyers
- Provide the advice, knowledge and information our members need to maximize their value to their organizations
- Create opportunities for members to share ideas and forge important domestic and global relationships
- Work with other Branches and Committees of the Canadian Bar Association on matters of mutual concern
- Liaise with in-house counsel organizations in other jurisdictions to promote CBA In-House Lawyers and CBA membership
As your national home for in-house counsel, we’re here to make sure you’re never alone in navigating the legal, strategic and leadership challenges that come with the role.
