ABOUT
About Los Angeles ABOTA
Founded in 1958, ABOTA is a national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges. ABOTA and its members are dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the civil jury trial right provided by the Seventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. ABOTA membership consists of more than 7,300 lawyers—equally balanced between plaintiff and defense—and judges spread among 96 chapters in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
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ABOTA is an invitation-only organization. Members must have at least five years of active experience as trial lawyers, have tried at least 10 civil jury trials to conclusion and possess additional litigation experience. Members must also exhibit the virtues of civility, integrity and professionalism by following our Code of Professionalism and Principles of Civility.
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Read ABOTA's Constitution and Bylaws.
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The general purposes of this Association shall be to foster improvement in the ethical and technical standards of practice in the field of advocacy to the end that individual litigants may receive more effective representation and the general public be benefited by more efficient administration of justice consistent with time-tested and traditional principles of litigation.​
ABOTA Code of Professionalism
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As a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, I shall:
Always remember that the practice of law is first and foremost a profession.
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Encourage respect for the law, the courts, and the right to trial by jury.
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Always remember that my word is my bond and honor my responsibilities to serve as an officer of the court and protector of individual rights.
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Contribute time and resources to public service, public education, charitable and pro bono activities in my community.
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Work with the other members of the bar, including judges, opposing counsel, and those whose practices are different from mine, to make our system of justice more accessible and responsive.
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Resolve matters and disputes expeditiously, without unnecessary expense, and through negotiation whenever possible.
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Keep my clients well-informed and involved in making decisions affecting them.
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Achieve and maintain proficiency in my practice and continue to expand my knowledge of the law.
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Be respectful in my conduct toward my adversaries.
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Honor the spirit and intent, as well as the requirements of applicable rules or codes of professional conduct, and shall encourage others to do so.
Who We Are
Our Mission
America's greatness lies in its people. And in its people lies the foundation of justice -- trial by jury. The Seventh Amendment is a precious right that is increasingly under attack by those who would eliminate justice by the people in favor of justice by the bureaucracy. In 2014, ABOTA founded Save Our Juries, a public education campaign aimed at informing and mobilizing citizens in the fight to save our disappearing Seventh Amendment right, which guarantees a jury trial for civil cases in federal courts. Follow us on Twitter @SaveOurJuries.
Trial By Jury - Your Precious Right
Judicial Independence
ABOTA is committed to preserving the independence of the judiciary, recognizing that judicial impartiality and fairness protect against the whims and demands of the government and special interests.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
A vibrant and ever-evolving democracy demands collaboration by people with diverse experiences and perspectives. ABOTA is committed to increasing equity and promoting persons who have been historically underrepresented in the profession of law and the participation in civil jury trials. We support a diverse, inclusive, and civil justice system through initiatives on education, promoting the right to trial by jury, judicial independence, and the rule of law.