Member Support
Benefits & Perks
Bankable Grants
Let’s Get You Bankable
Become Bankable
Bigger Loans Lower Rates
Hardship Loans
Low-Interest
Blue Lotto
Members-Only Lottery
Advancing Access to Justice Through Service, Recognition, and Community Impact
BCR’s Americans’ Right to Counsel (ARC) Initiative is an innovative national pro bono rewards and recognition program designed to support our members who dedicate their time, expertise, and resources to help others, while demonstrating our firm commitment to help minimize the number of ‘legal deserts’ across America. The need for affordable legal assistance continues to grow. BCR is partnering with Legal Aid Clinics, Pro Bono firms, Bar Associations, State and Federal Programs, and other Legal Organizations across the nation to ‘Raise the Bar’ for legal professionals and students who volunteer to help strengthen access to justice in underserved and vulnerable communities, through pro bono representation, legal education, mentorship, and community outreach.
We also recognize that this huge undertaking is better served when we embrace an ‘all hands-on deck’ philosophy. We welcome not just attorneys, paralegals, and students to participate, but all BCR members are encouraged to volunteer in some capacity, under the supervision of a bar-numbered facilitator. Upon becoming a member, you will have immediate access to our national pro bono database. You can either work with legal aid organization that you have already established a relationship with, or you may choose to work with an accredited pro bono service provider near you, or online. You can begin submitting and tracking all of your annual pro bono volunteer work in the BCR-ARC Initiative Program. Your points begin to accumulate on day one of your membership.
Our ARC Initiative offers national recognition, scholarships, cash prizes, and awards. BCR takes Americans’ Right to Counsel seriously and with the help of our members, we endeavor to make a lasting impact across America.
Our Vision
To strengthen communities by empowering legal professionals and expanding access to justice nationwide.
Our Mission
To provide legal professionals, students, and entrepreneurs with the resources, opportunities, and support needed to grow, serve, and lead.
Legal Professionals are the Backbone
of American Society
Member Support
We Support our Members – They Support the Community.
Bankable Training
One of our Primary Goals is to help your Business Become Bankable.
Hardship Fund
The Blue Model System is to have our member’s backs when things get tough.
Pro Bono Rewards
We reward, recognize, and incentivize community outreach.
By helping to support our Legal Entrepreneurs – We are investing in America’s Communities.
Check out our goals for 2026 – 2027 above:
Access to Larger Loans, Lower
Rates, for Longer Terms
It’s nothing more than knowing
There is a massive difference between being “Fundable” and “Bankable”. Fundable typically means being funded by a non-bank lender through alternative funding programs. There are tens of millions of businesses in the U.S. who fit in this funding category.
But Fundable is not Bankable. Non-Bankable funding is typically the most expensive and can be as high as 35% interest and higher. It is usually short term, with repayment periods commonly between one and two years on smaller amounts borrowed.
Being Bankable means having access to much larger fundings, up to $5 million +, with much longer repayment periods; out as far as 20 years, and much lower interest rates, in the 12% to 15% range.
Our objective extends beyond merely helping you secure a loan; we strive to ensure that you comprehend and manage the entire ecosystem of capital and compliance.
what’s on the test before taking it.
The process of a small & large businesses “Becoming Bankable” is not difficult, but it can be complicated. The issue is that ninety nine percent (99%) of small business owners who apply for funding have no idea how they are being graded by lenders.
For example, most business owners are unsure what their “Bank Rating” is. Yet, it is the single most important item determining their ability to service a debt.
BCR will ensure that our members are in ‘the know’ when it comes to Bank Ratings, UCC Filings, Lender Compliance Items, FICO Scores, Business Credit Scores, Intelliscores, Paydex scores, and everything you need to know to secure funding ranging from $250K to millions of dollars to scale and grow your business. It’s what you don’t know about your business that’s hurting you and keeping you from “Becoming Bankable”.
Law Firms
Large, Small, Partnerships, Solo & Staff
Paralegals
Paralegals/Legal Assistants
Court Staff
Judges/Court Reporters/Support Staff
Legal Support
Investigators, Process Servers, Mediators
Legal Freelancers
Legal Contractors/Entrepreneurs
Legal & Law Students
Special Student Discounted Rate
A Clear Path
Toward Financial
Readiness
Join The Organization
Receive Coaching
& Training
and growth opportunities.
Build Long-Term
Financial Strength
member support programs.
Opportunities Designed to
Support Your Growth
Members gain access to bankable training, scholarships, grants,
and Blue Lotto fundraiser game created exclusively for BCR members.
Include:
• Bankable Training – Virtual & Live Coaches
• Grant opportunities – Bankable Grant Funding
• ARC Initiative – Americans’ Right to Counsel Scholarship s & Awards
• Blue Lotto Game – Fundraiser for Members Only
Toward Financial
Empowerment
Join a professional community dedicated to helping legal
professionals build stronger, more financially stable futures.
FEATURING
Blue Members of Distinction
Honoring legal professionals who exemplify leadership, service, and excellence in serving their clients and the broader community.
Shannon McMurray
Criminal Defense Attorney
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Shannon McMurray, one of South Tulsa’s finest criminal defense attorneys, is known for her fierce, unwavering, advocacy on behalf of her clients. With more than two decades of experience, Shannon has built a reputation for winning ‘unwinnable’ cases through meticulous case preparation and innovative strategies. Shannon fights every case as if—everything is on the line.
Audrie Hicks Washington
Legal Energy Consultant
Chicago, Illinois
Audrie Washington, a dynamic Energy Legal Consultant, Regulatory Strategist, and Clean Energy Transition Advisor, with over three decades of experience at the intersection of law, policy, and sustainable energy innovation. She specializes in navigating the complex regulatory landscapes that shape the future of clean energy.
Michael Scalice
Legal Career Counselor
Tempe, Arizona
Michael Scalice is a respected Legal Career Counselor with more than 30 years of experience helping legal professionals navigate career transitions, professional development, and long-term success within the legal industry. His practical guidance and mentorship have made him a trusted and valued resource for career growth.