Complete UPBMS
Version 2 of the UPBMS in an Excel Spreadsheet
The two branches, Support Activities and Legal Activities, are separated into tabs.
These documents further explain the concepts behind the UPBMS
They are available as Word Docs and PDFs.
Branches
Branches represent the highest organizational level within the ALA UPBMS Codes. They are used to organize the substantive areas into two primary groupings that represent the two sides of a typical legal services operation.
The Support Branch is used to describe processes associated with professional assistance provided to lawyers directly related to the delivery of legal services, advice and counsel.
The Legal Branch is used to describe processes associated with professional assistance provided to lawyers directly related to the delivery of legal services, advice and counsel.
Classifications
Classifications represent the second highest organizational level within the ALA UPBMS Codes and are designed to be easily and independently identifiable.
Substantive Areas
Substantive Areas within each Classification represent the UPBMS's third organizational level.