How Can I Join?

Ready to sign up?  To open a form that you can print out and mail in with your membership fee, click here - Join WDA Form. 

You can also e-mail or call us at (206) 623-4321 with your name and address and we will mail you a membership brochure.

Why Should I Join?
WDA is the only independent organization actively engaged in the fight for the constitutionally protected rights of indigent persons accused of crimes. Now more than ever, those who take these protections seriously need to speak as one strong, unified voice.

As a member of WDA you will receive a copy of our publications, a subscription to DefenseNET and Washington Criminal Defense magazine, as well as notification for the free training seminars offered throughout the state. In addition, you can receive copies of all of the resource manuals we have published, including: Beyond the Conviction: Collateral Consequences of a Criminal Conviction in Washington State; Beyond Juvenile Court: Long Term Impacts of Juvenile Adjudication; Immigration and Washington State Criminal Law; Defense of a Drug Case; Adult & Juvenile Sentencing Resources in Washington; Adult & Juvenile Sentencing Practice in Washington; Representing Mentally Ill Clients; and Washington State Criminal Forms. As a member you will be able to access the restricted members-only sections of this site.

What Are The Rates?

Individual Dues: $125 will cover through December of the current year.

After July 1 you also have the option of paying $190, which will cover through December of the following year.

There are discounts for joining WDA as an office with multiple members.  Please call WDA (206) 623-4321 to get the rate for your office's size.