Indian Law Firms Association

Whether you are a boutique two-partner practice or a hundred-lawyer full-service firm, AILF has a membership category designed for you. Joining AILF means being part of India's most credible institutional voice for the legal profession.

Institutional Membership
Tier 1

Associate Member

Solo / Up to 2 Advocates
Designed for independent advocates and newly established practices. Access to the AILF member directory, digital membership certificate, event discounts, and access to templates and practice guides.
INR 5,000+ GST annually
Tier 2

Foundation Member

3–10 Advocates
For growing practices seeking credibility, networking, and access to AILF's knowledge base. Includes all Associate benefits plus eligibility for AILF's Foundation Accreditation, access to co-counsel board, and representation in regional chapters.
INR 15,000+ GST annually
Tier 3

Professional Member

11–30 Advocates
For established mid-size firms. Includes all Foundation benefits plus priority listing in the AILF member directory, one delegate pass to AILF's Annual Summit, eligibility for AILF Professional Accreditation, and voting rights in governing council elections.
INR 35,000+ GST annually
Tier 4

Premium Member

31–100 Advocates
For large and growing practices. Includes all Professional benefits plus a dedicated firm profile page on the AILF website, two delegate passes to the Annual Summit, eligibility for AILF Excellence Accreditation, and committee participation rights.
INR 75,000+ GST annually
Tier 5 — Platinum

Founding / Platinum Member

100+ Advocates or Special Invitation
Reserved for the largest Indian law firms and founding institutional members. Includes all Premium benefits plus board nomination rights, full branding on AILF events and communications, and direct engagement with the Chairman's office on policy matters.
INR 1,50,000+ GST annually

Professional Membership

Individual lawyers employed at or associated with law firms may join AILF as Professional Members. Professional Membership provides access to AILF's CPD programmes, the career development platform, the young lawyers network, and discounted rates for all AILF events.

INR 2,000+ GST annually
Membership Benefits at a Glance
Benefit Available To
AILF Member Directory ListingAll members
Digital Membership Certificate & BadgeAll members
Access to Legal Templates & Practice GuidesAll members
Event Discounts (CPD, Summit, Forums)All members
Co-Counsel Collaboration BoardFoundation and above
AILF Accreditation Programme EligibilityFoundation and above
Voting Rights — Governing Council ElectionsProfessional and above
Annual Summit Delegate Pass (1–2 passes)Professional and above
Dedicated Firm Profile — AILF WebsitePremium and above
Committee Participation RightsPremium and above
Policy Consultation & Advocacy AccessPremium and Platinum
Board Nomination RightsPlatinum only
Chairman's Office Direct EngagementPlatinum only

How to Apply

Applications are accepted online via the AILF website. The process involves three steps: complete the online application form, submit supporting documents (firm registration certificate, bar council enrolment, practice area declaration), and complete payment. Applications are reviewed within 7 working days. Membership is renewable annually.

1

Complete Application

Fill out the online membership form

2

Submit Documents

Firm registration, bar enrolment, practice declaration

3

Complete Payment

Pay annual membership fee

Ready to join India's premier legal association?

Choose the membership tier that fits your practice.