State Bar of California

The State Bar licenses and regulates California attorneys, & promotes access to justice & inclusion. 800-843-9053.

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If your lawyer has passed away, you may have many questions about what to do next. The State Bar provides essential guidance, including how to obtain your files, your rights as a client, & who you may need to contact regarding any pending legal matters: https://t.co/3dZBw3B6DF

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CA attorneys: Facing an ethical dilemma? The #StateBarCA Ethics Hotline can help you research ethics questions by discussing relevant statutes, rules, and State Bar opinions.

How to access:
→ Submit a Research Assistance Request Form for a callback.
→ Call 800-238-4427 (in CA) or 415-538-2150, Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–noon PT

Time-sensitive inquiry involving potential imminent physical harm, or currently before a court? Call 415-538-2148.

The Ethics Hotline is an ethics research service and does not provide legal advice: https://t.co/95e7YbOMpy

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To the veterans who served our country, and to those who continue to serve as attorneys: thank you. Veterans make up 4.4% of California’s active attorneys. Learn more: https://t.co/pN1cBiccN8

Our offices and contact center are closed Nov. 11 and reopen Nov. 12.

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Not all attorneys handle every legal issue—and that’s a good thing. Certified Legal Specialists focus their practice on one legal area and meet extra requirements to earn their credential. Visit our website to search for a Certified Legal Specialist: https://t.co/BP8awnk1ZL

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The #StateBarCA seeks public comment on Proposed Formal Opinion Interim No. 20-0005 (Conversion Clauses in Contingent Fee Agreements). The opinion considers under what circumstances, if any, conversion clauses in contingency fee agreements are ethically permissible. Comment by 12/21: https://t.co/EsuioYXaEA

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Updates for California Bar Exam applicants planning ahead for July 2028!

New exam format: The State Bar will administer NCBE’s NextGen UBE, a computer-based exam with a redesigned structure, new content areas, and updated digital tools.

New test locations: Because the 2028 LA Olympics will affect venues and travel, the July 2028 exam will not be held in the greater Los Angeles area. Test sites are currently planned for Sacramento, San Francisco/Oakland, and Ontario (with pending ZIP code restrictions); additional updates will be posted.

Learn more: https://t.co/L79kvbBXSh

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Reminder: Starting with the Attorney Annual Renewal January 2027, paper checks will no longer be accepted. Limited exceptions may apply. Review the Acceptable Methods of Payment policy: https://t.co/FjpLXJM5Wl

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Become a State Bar Mandatory Fee Arbitrator! Help resolve fee disputes and gain valuable experience. Attorneys and nonattorneys are welcome to apply. Your expertise can make a difference! Learn more: https://t.co/DCRnpBBW66

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November is National Family Caregivers Month. To everyone caring for a child, a parent, or another loved one, thank you.

Caregiving shapes legal careers, too. In the 2026 Attorney Workplace Satisfaction Survey, 45 percent of surveyed attorneys reported being caregivers. Women who are caregivers are far more likely than men to report negative career impacts from caregiving (56 percent vs 35 percent), a gap that holds even among primary caregivers.

To the women in law carrying both: we see you.

Read the 2026 Report Card on the Diversity of California’s Legal Profession: https://t.co/WXRc6NTEHq

And see these resources for assistance: https://t.co/pyedAAE8H9

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The #StateBarCA seeks public comment on Proposed Amended Rule of Professional Conduct 1.7. The changes aim to address the written disclosure requirement for a lawyer's personal relationship with or responsibility to a party or witness. Comment by 11/3: https://t.co/IiUtZof2BU

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Many CA attorneys (avg. age 50) are at or near perimenopause and menopause. These shifts can affect sleep, focus, mood, and work, yet few have the facts. Join the Lawyer Assistance Program for evidence-based guidance for attorneys and supervisors: https://t.co/6NqCE3fXzr

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In August, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in Riverside County. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: https://t.co/cjVot02xaX #CABarUPL

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The #StateBarCA announced today that 48.3 percent (3,838) of applicants who took the July 2026 General Bar Exam and 49.4 percent (216) of applicants who took the Attorneys’ Exam achieved a passing score. Congratulations to all who passed! The pass list will be posted on Monday, November 2, at 8 a.m. Read the full news release: https://t.co/MvQB4EI140

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Today's #StateBarCA Board Audit Committee meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. There will be limited time for public comment on agenda items. To attend, please view the agenda: https://t.co/6AVQss7f58

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Congratulations to our newly appointed and reappointed #StateBarCA committee and commission (subentity) members and officers! 🎉

Their expertise, leadership, and commitment to public service will help advance our mission to protect the public and support a fair, accessible, and effective legal system for all.

We look forward to the perspectives, experience, and contributions they’ll bring to this important work in the year ahead.

Learn more about State Bar subentities, their work, membership, meetings, and other resources: https://t.co/sd5obRfKIx

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Many CA attorneys (avg. age 50) are at or near perimenopause and menopause. These shifts can affect sleep, focus, mood, and work, yet few have the facts. Join the Lawyer Assistance Program for evidence-based guidance for attorneys and supervisors: https://t.co/6NqCE3fXzr

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In August, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notice for the unauthorized practice of law to entities utilizing “Trademark” as part of their business name. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: https://t.co/X2KMd9StWm #CABarUP

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In August, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in Orange County. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: https://t.co/5I9nTVmsef #CABarUPL

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In August, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in San Francisco County. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: https://t.co/6kFLG49Kye #CABarUPL

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Daniel Everett [#268967] of San Francisco disbarred for violating court orders, intentional misrepresentation, failure to perform with competence, and other violations. Effective discipline date: 10/2/26 — discipline history: https://t.co/CmhFt2Ny7B