Such a great tip. From Chat. Colorado Bar Association Colorado’s association is voluntary and permits non-attorneys in limited categories: - Associate member: You must regularly assist attorneys in delivering legal services—such as working as a paralegal, legal assistant, or law-office administrator. A supervising attorney who is an active CBA member must sponsor you. Current dues are approximately $145 annually. - Patron of the Bar: It is available to consultants, private investigators, vendors, companies, and others providing services connected to the legal profession. Current dues are approximately $280 annually. Technically, you would be a “Patron of the Bar,” not a CBA member.