The ABA will release its fifth annual Profile of the Legal Profession on November 30, with a new chapter on the state of civil legal aid in the United States.

The 2023 ABA Profile of the Legal Profession is a free, 140-page compilation of statistics and trends about lawyers, judges, and law students, gathered from within the ABA, the federal government, and nonprofit organizations. The report includes 10 sections on demographics, wages, law schools, judges, pro bono work, women in the profession, legal technology, lawyer well-being, lawyer discipline, and legal aid.

“The 2023 Profile marks both significant strides and challenges in diversity and the path forward for the legal community,” ABA President Mary Smith said. “This year, for the first time, it emphasizes the essential yet often hidden contributions of legal aid lawyers in addressing the needs of the underserved. Their work is crucial in handling the civil legal requirements of low-income Americans — a service that is as noble as it is necessary. By presenting these insights, the report acts as both a mirror and a map, reflecting our profession’s present and directing us toward a more just future in the legal field.”