Lawyer Benefits and Support
Idaho Lawyer Benefits Program
ALPS, in partnership with the Idaho State Bar, has developed the Idaho Lawyer Benefits Program. A health benefit program designed to meet the long-term needs of Idaho lawyers and their employees. As a member of the Idaho Bar you are entitled to apply for participation in the plan. To learn more about the healthcare program contact Todd Points at Tpoints@alpsnet.com or (800) 367-2577.
Liability Insurance
Attorney Liability Protection Society, Inc. (ALPS): The Attorneys Liability Protection Society, Inc., a Risk Retention Group provides a full range of professional liability insurance for law firms and solo practitioners. It was started, and is still owned and operated, by attorneys and for attorneys.
At ALPS, you won't just buy a policy, you will join a team of specialists, who will provide you with the crucial risk management information necessary to avoid many potential threats, and defend you aggressively if you are subject to an action. Contact: 1-800-FOR-ALPS, www.alpsnet.com.
Other Insurance
In 1994, the Board of Commissioners approved the Bar Group Insurance Standards developed by the Bar Group Insurance Committee. Basically, if an insurance company agreed to the standards it would receive the ISB’s endorsement. Two companies agreed to the standards and to provide insurance at reduced rates to ISB members.
Standard Insurance – Disability insurance
Contact:
Glennon Financial Group - Ed Glennon 208-376-6448
Standard Financial Services - Lew Chumich 208-343-4663 or lchumich@mindspring.com
La Porte & Associates – Life insurance
Contact: 1-800-542-2125 ext.128
Lawyer Assistance Program
The Idaho Lawyer Assistance Program (LAP) is set up to help and support lawyers who are experiencing problems associated with alcohol and/or drug use or mental health issues. The program also focuses on educating legal professionals and their family and friends about the causes, effects and treatment of alcohol and drug dependency, depression and mental health problems. Confidential support is available by contacting 1-800-386-1695.
Mentor Program
The Idaho State Bar, the American College of Trial Lawyers and the Litigation Section of the Idaho State Bar invite you to join the Mentor Program. The program is designed to assist new lawyers in the transition from law school to a successful law practice.