National Association of Dealer Counsel

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Hanover, MD 21076-1343
phone: (410) 712-4037
fax: (410) 712-4038

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Membership

The NADC was formed by and for lawyers who work in the unique dealer environment. Membership is open to practicing attorneys who serve the needs of auto, truck, motorcycle, boat, motor home and all terrain vehicle dealers. Executives of the trade associations that represent dealers are eligible for associate membership. The Board of Directors reviews all applications for approval.

NADC Programs

Information Resources: invaluable network of members sharing information; website and members-only listserve for quick query and response; publications, such as CouselorLibrary's Spot Delivery¨ for all members
Education: periodic meetings and presentations on issues of interest or concern to members and for which members can earn continuing legal education (CLE) credit
Leadership: position papers and formal position statements; resource to state attorneys general; and filing amicus briefs
Specialty Sections: appropriate specialty sub-sections offer information and support on members' specific concerns

Member Benefits

Member only meetings - NADC meetings focus on the hot issues of the day. National and regional meetings are held throughout the year and all offer CLE credit.
Members only list serve - NADC members communicate with each other in a timely manner and receive a daily digest of messages. A searchable archive of list serve messages is also available.
Member forum - NADC members share their perspective on a wide range of topics on a threaded, on-line forum. What's currently under discussion?
Spot Delivery® - a concise monthly newsletter provides an update about legal issues that affect automobile dealership operations and keeps readers informed about new legal developments. The newsletter presents familiar factual scenarios, identifies the legal issues involved, presents real court resolutions and suggests strategies to avoid similar legal pitfalls.
Member Directory - Contact fellow members of the National Association of Dealer Counsel through our searchable database.

Membership Categories

Full Member - Practicing attorneys who serve the needs of auto, truck, motorcycle, boat, motor home and all terrain vehicle dealers.
Annual dues: $585
- Member only meetings
- Members only e-mail list serve
- Members only on-line forum
- Subscription to Spot Delivery®
- NADC Defender, association's monthly newsletter
Trade Association Executive Member - Those Executives of the trade associations that represent the industry who are not lawyers.
Annual dues: $585
- Member only meetings
- Members only e-mail list serve
- Members only on-line forum
- Subscription to Spot Delivery®
- NADC Defender, association's monthly newsletter
Fellow Member - Subsequent member of same organization as full member or trade association executive.
Annual dues: $200
- Member only meetings
- Members only e-mail list serve
- Members only on-line forum
- NADC Defender, association's monthly newsletter
Associate Member - Companies and organizations interested in furthering NADC goals.
Annual dues: $1500
- Member only meetings
- The right to advertise in NADC publications and exhibit at NADC events
- Subscription to Spot Delivery®
- NADC Defender, association's monthly newsletter
Dealer Member - Vehicle dealers who are interested in attending NADC meetings.
Annual dues: $585
- Member only meetings
- Subscription to Spot Delivery®
- NADC Defender, association's monthly newsletter

For more information, contact info@dealercounsel.com, or apply for membership today by simply filling out and submiting this form:

Membership Type:

Full Membership - (dues: $585)
Trade Association Executive - (dues: $585)
Fellow Membership - (dues: $200)
Associate Membership - (dues: $1500)
Dealer Membership - (dues: $585)

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Qualifying NADC Member Organization:

(Company Name, if applying for Fellow Member status)

Special Interest Area(s):

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advertising aftermarket issues buy / sell agreements employment issues employment law financing documentation finance and regulatory complexities franchise issues		government regulation insurance laws lemon laws manufacturer franchise issues multiple regulatory requirements rights of first refusal tax laws
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Dealership Type(s):

(Please check all that apply.)

automotive boat motorcycle		motor home truck atv
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Membership in the California Chapter of the NADC is open to all members who practice in California. The dues are $100 annually.

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I certify that I represent the interests of vehicle/vessel dealers. I do not represent the interests of consumers in lemon law lawsuits or in other lawsuits against vehicle/vessel dealers arising from consumer transactions, and I do not represent the interests of manufacturers or distributors in franchise disputes with vehicle/vessel dealers. I understand that my membership is subject to termination in the event I engage in such consumer or manufacturer/distributor representation in the future. (Not applicable to Trade Association Executive and Associate Members.)

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