professional association

British  

noun

1. a body of persons engaged in the same profession, formed usually to control entry into the profession, maintain standards, and represent the profession in discussions with other bodies

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Example Sentences

Hoping to broaden the scope of accountability, professional associations are preparing lawsuits against government officials they accuse of complicity.

From New York Times

In February, the Los Angeles Association of Deputy District Attorneys, the professional association for prosecutors in Los Angeles County, said nearly 98% of its members voted to support a second recall attempt to oust Gascon.

From Fox News

Lam warned that the Law Society — a professional association for solicitors in Hong Kong — could be next if they “let politics take over their professional mission.”

From Seattle Times

Lam's comments come before an election on Sunday for five seats on the council of Hong Kong's Law Society, the professional association and regulator for the city's 12,000 solicitors.

From Reuters

The programs recommended by professional associations and state committees take precedence.

From Washington Post