What does ACFA mean in ASSOCIATIONS

The Association of Commercial Finance Attorneys (ACFA) is a professional organization composed of attorneys specializing in commercial finance law. The ACFA provides members with the opportunity to network and share best practices, and serves to promote high standards of ethical conduct among members.

Being an ACFA member carries many benefits, including access to networking, educational opportunities, and discounts on events and conferences. Members also benefit from having their profile featured on the association’s website, giving them a greater presence in the legal community.

Becoming an ACFA Member requires completing a membership application, providing proof of good standing with the State Bar in which you practice law, and providing references as needed. Please visit our website for more detailed information about becoming a member.

To become an ACFA Member you must be admitted to practice in at least one US jurisdiction and must have either two or more years of experience practicing in commercial finance law or other related areas. Additionally, your moral character must be verified before membership can be granted.

Yes, all memberships expire after one year unless renewed prior to expiration. Renewal notices will be sent via email approximately 30 days prior to expiration date so that your account can be updated accordingly.

Payment for Membership dues is due upon submission of your application or renewal form and is payable via check or electronic funds transfer (EFT). Payment plans are also available if necessary; please contact us directly if further discussion is needed about payment options.

There may be fees associated with certain products or services purchased through our online store therefore it is important to take into consideration expenses when enrolling as a Member. Additionally Members who wish to participate in certain events may incur additional fees depending on location/type of event.

Yes! All required training for membership renewal includes continuing legal education credit hours (CLE), which are applied towards meeting your State Bar's requirements for annual CLE credits accrual.

The Association provides several resources related to career development such as webinars, seminars and other forms of educational programming tailored specifically towards helping our members enhance their careers within commercial finance law by mastering various topics like ethics, business practices etc.

Yes! In order to provide financial assistance so our members may attend conferences, initiate research projects or pursue special training opportunities we provide scholarships throughout the year.