In response to the OP <Why are you comparing the legal expenditures with membership fees?>
The simple answer is THEY are trying to evoke anger in the electorate, so THEY can take control of AMSAT.
Go back and read the intitial allegations in Michelle's and Patrick's "election edition" director reports. See how their lines of attack change each time the true facts are revealed. Their storyline has transformed from illegal expenditures to unwise expenditures.
Now go back and read AMSAT's explanation of legal expenses. You will see that there were legitimate legal questions before the Board - question that were not sought by the AMSAT, but, either a necessary part of their mission or forced upon them by their accusers. Having to expend scarce recources on legal counsel is unfortunate, but a necessary part of entering into contractual obligations and providing a safe workplace for your volunteers.
Robert, KE4AL