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Shopping for insurance is no fun. Why not select the provider that's been vetted by more bar associations? You deserve the comfort that comes from that confidence.

ALPS Insurance is the Endorsed Malpractice Insurance provider of the: Alaska Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, Girl Attorney, Idaho State Bar, Kansas Bar Association, Kansas City Metro Bar Association, Maine State Bar. Milwaukee Bar Association, New Hampshire Bar Association, Springfield Metro Bar Association, State Bar of Montana, State Bar of Nevada, State Bar Association of North Dakota, State Bar of South Dakota, U.S. Virgin Islands Bar Association, Utah State Bar, Virginia Bar Association, Virginia State Bar, Washington State Bar Association, West Virginia State Bar, Worcester County Bar Association, Wyoming State Bar.

ALPS Insurance is an Approved Provider of the: Arizona State Bar, and the South Carolina Bar.

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Why Bar Associations Endorse ALPS Insurance

A bar endorsement represents a belief in our ability to be there for you. 

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Seal of Approval

An endorsement tells you that the bar association has reviewed ALPS and feels confident it meets the highest standards in its ability to protect lawyers, handle claims with your best interests in mind, and carry policy terms relevant to legal practice.

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Financial Stability

ALPS offers you confidence in our ability to answer one core question: Will we be able to pay claims years from now, when a malpractice claim actually arises? When a bar association partners with us, it shows confidence in our longevity and stability.
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Intentionally Developed Resources

Pairing ALPS' experience in insuring lawyers with tailored information based on a bar member's experience, you get the benefit of risk management offerings developed to help where lawyers are most vulnerable to a potential claim.


Timeline of ALPS Endorsements and Approvals:

Founded in 1988

1988

Founding State Bar Members: Kansas Bar Association, State Bar of Montana, State Bar of South Dakota, West Virginia State Bar

1989-1992

Alaska Bar Association, Idaho State Bar, State Bar Association of North Dakota, US Virgin Islands Bar Association, Vermont Bar Association, Wyoming State Bar

1989-1992

2000

Virginia State Bar

2007

Maine State Bar Association

2007

2015

Washington State Bar Association, Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

2018

State Bar of Nevada, Utah State Bar, Milwaukee County Bar Association

2018

2024

New Hampshire Bar Association, Girl Attorney

2025

The Federal Bar Association, Kansas City Metro Bar Association, Worcester County Bar Association

2025

2026

Virginia Bar Association

1995

South Carolina Bar

Current

Frequently Asked Questions about ALPS Bar Endorsements.

Founded in 1988, ALPS was the first multi-state, bar-endorsed lawyers’ professional liability carrier, with our original core states being Montana, West Virginia, South Dakota, and Kansas. Today, ALPS is still endorsed by or affiliated with more state bar associations than any other legal malpractice insurance provider. Through these close bar relationships—especially in states with a significant solo and small firm population—we have developed a unique understanding of how different jurisdictions approach these challenges and how best to protect the firms that practice there.

Why do bar endorsements matter?

Bar endorsements matter because they show that a legal malpractice carrier has been carefully evaluated for financial stability, claims experience, and real-world relevance to law practice. An endorsement, or approval, is not a guarantee and it is never a requirement to purchase coverage. It does add an extra layer of credibility and peace of mind—particularly for solo and small firm attorneys—by spotlighting that the bar is comfortable standing behind an insurer. Endorsed programs are more likely to offer coverage specifically tailored to the way lawyers actually practice, along with additional member-focused benefits, while always leaving the final coverage decision where it belongs: with you as the lawyer.

For a claims attorney's perspective, check out our article, "Why You Should Care About State Bar Endorsements"

How does ALPS benefit bar associations?

ALPS helps bar associations better serve their members by offering a trusted malpractice insurance program built exclusively for lawyers — by lawyers. Drawing on our decades of experience in legal ethics, claims defense, and law firm risk, ALPS enables bars to confidently endorse coverage that reflects the realities of modern practice. That delivers meaningful value to their bar members — particularly for solo and small firm attorneys.

Beyond insurance, ALPS partners with bar associations through risk management resources, CLE programming, and mission-aligned support of member services and public-focused initiatives. The result is a long-term, stable partnership that helps reduce preventable claims and reinforces the bar’s role in supporting the profession of law.

Does ALPS pay to be the endorsed carrier?

ALPS does not “pay to play” for any endorsements. Instead, we invest in risk management initiatives that benefit all bar members and attorneys. In each of our partner states, any endorsement or approval is made by the bar committee responsible for independently reviewing providers—with no financial requirements attached.

 

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STEP 1

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