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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
BREAKING: Today, the #StateBarCA announced the filing of a notice of disciplinary charges against attorney John Charles Eastman [ #193726 ], arising from allegations re: Eastman’s involvement in obstruction of the 2020 presidential election. News:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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To all applicants of the July 2019 California Bar Exam: yes, the email you received this evening regarding bar exam topics is authentic. This account has not been hacked. The email was sent as soon as the error became apparent. We are working to confirm an official statement.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
We emailed all applicants taking the July 2019 Bar Exam tonight about an inadvertent release of topics that occurred on Thursday. The error was discovered today. We apologize for the error and the confusion this may cause.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Congratulations to all applicants who passed the Oct 2020 #CAbarexam . We commend you for your hard work and dedication and look forward to welcoming you to the profession soon! #YouMadeIt
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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We have posted FAQs on the release of CA bar exam general topics here:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Today the #StateBarCA released the results of the #Octbarexam & announced that 5,292 people (60.7 percent of applicants) passed the General Bar Exam. The Oct 2020 General Bar Exam pass rate is the highest in more than a decade. News release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
Today we honor @HabenGirma . As the first deaf-blind person to graduate from @Harvard_Law , Ms. Girma has dedicated her career to advancing disability justice & inclusion. #WomensHistoryMonth Check out her interview on the Remarkable People podcast:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The #StateBarCA congratulates 17-year-old Peter Park on recently passing the #CABarExam and being sworn in as an attorney in our state; we wish him tremendous success as he embarks on his promising legal career. Read more: #BarExamChamps
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Today the State Bar of California released the results of the July 2019 California Bar Exam, analyses of those results, and FAQ’s. Congratulations to those who passed! Read the full release: #BarExam #CABarExam
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Today the State Bar released results of the February 2020 California Bar Exam. Read the full news release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 months
The #StateBarCA Court recommends disbarment of licensee John Charles Eastman. He will be placed on involuntary inactive status in the coming days while the California Supreme Court reviews the matter. Read News Release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The results for the Oct 2020 bar exam will be released at 6:00 p.m. on January 8. A new set of post exam FAQs related to Chapter 6 Notice, guidelines, administrative hearing procedures, and a decision matrix are now posted. We expect to add questions on related topics soon.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
@sqkpop Yes, the email is legit.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
The CA Commission on Judicial Performance holds its annual public meeting via Zoom on Friday, 10/15, 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Public comments must be submitted in advance. More info and link to register to attend:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
A public statement has been posted to our website regarding the release of July 2019 California Bar Exam general topics:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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#CABarExam applicants: One last reminder. Have a great exam today!
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The Supreme Court will issue a final determination on the status of the fall 2020 bar examination the week of July 13. Registered applicants are advised to check the Admissions webpage or the Applicant Portal for announcements regarding the decision.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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CA Bar Exam applicants: The release of general topics affects the CA exam only. The National Conference of Bar Examiners has confirmed that the national component is not impacted by the course of action that the State Bar of CA has taken.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Too many Californians are unable to access basic legal services. Licensing a new group of legal practitioners can help us close the justice gap. Our new consumer website breaks down the #StateBarCA proposal. Now available in Spanish. #A2J #AccessToJustice
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Today the #StateBarCA announced the results of the July 2023 #CABarExam . 3,888 people passed the General Bar Exam. Congrats to the successful applicants! We invite you to use the hashtag #BarExamChamps when sharing the good news! News release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
We are working on FAQs and hope to post those soon and share the link.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Happy holidays to all from the State Bar of California.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Too many Californians are unable to access basic legal services. Licensing a new group of legal practitioners can help us close the justice gap. Our new consumer website breaks down the #StateBarCA proposal. Now available in Spanish. Please share! #A2J #AccessToJustice
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
As we continue celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth , today we honor Judge Frances Muñoz, the first Latina judge in California, for her leadership and public service.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
About 1 in 5 adults suffers from depression; rates among lawyers are 3–4 times higher. Today is #NationalDepressionScreeningDay . The #LawyerAssistanceProgram reminds you that depression is treatable. Take our self-assessment & contact LAP for help getting diagnosis & treatment:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Today the #StateBarCA announced the results of the July 2021 #CABarExam . 3,995 people (53 percent of applicants) passed the General Bar Exam. Congrats to the successful applicants! News release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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CA Attorneys: Effective today, 8/1, a CA attorney is required to report the misconduct of another CA attorney to the #StateBarCA or a tribunal. See our website for more info including reporting requirements & methods, FAQs, and new upcoming MCLE webinars:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
While we hope July CA Bar Exam takers do not decide to withdraw at this late stage, we will honor such requests & furnish 100% refunds for requests received 7/27-7/30, 8:30 a.m. Applicants wishing to withdraw email admissions @calbar .ca.gov.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Today, @StateBarCA announced plans to offer a free online learning program designed to help applicants navigate the challenges they face when preparing for the #cabarexam . Registration deadline to all October #cabarexam registrants is 7/31. Read the full news release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Did you take the California Bar Exam? Decompress and get back on track with a healthy diet, exercise, and at least 7 hours of sleep per night. Talk to a professional about improving your self-care. Contact the Lawyer Assistance Program for two free individual sessions.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Chico attorney Sergio Garcia, the first undocumented person to pass the CA State Bar, earns US citizenship after 25 years in CA! Congratulations! 👏👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿 #legaldiversity #Kudos
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The State Bar of California congratulates all 1,458 test takers who passed the February 2019 California Bar Examination!
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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California Disaster Legal Services offers free legal & financial help to victims & survivors of California wildfires. If you need help with housing, claims assistance, government programs, unemployment benefits, and more, or would like to volunteer, please visit:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The #StateBarCA Office of Chief Trial Counsel announced today, it has filed Notices of Disciplinary Charges against former Girardi Keese law firm attorneys David Richard Lira and Keith David Griffin. Read the full release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
8 years
Judge Brenda Harbin Forte: We had a dream of creating a culture of inclusion in the legal profession
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
#StateBarCA has updated information about the expanded Provisional Licensure Program. The amended rule includes those who scored 1390 or higher on any #CAbarexam between July 2015 & Feb 2020. Applications available no later than 3/1. . Check out our FAQs.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Today, we honor Annie Coker, the first African-American woman to enter the CA State Bar. #BlackHistoryMonth
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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On May 5,the State Bar underwent a “phishing attack.” IT staff are working to resolve ASAP. If you receive suspicious email that appears to be a reply from a calbar address, do not click links or open attachments and please delete.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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On June 5, Mary Orozco, the first Latina to pass the California Bar, passed away at age 90. The State Bar honors her courage & contributions to the profession & sends condolences to family, friends & colleagues. #womeninlaw #legaldiversity
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Congratulations to all applicants who passed the Feb 2020 California Bar Exam & Attorney’s Exam. We commend you for your hard work and dedication! #CAbarexam #YouMadeIt
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Today the #StateBarCA released the results of the #Febbarexam and announced that 1,151 people (37.2 percent of applicants) passed the General Bar Exam. Congrats to the successful applicants! News release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Law students, are you looking for a judgement-free space to help you cope with these especially challenging times? Be sure to use all the resources available to you—The Lawyer Assistance Program offers weekly online support groups with a mental health professional and more:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The #StateBarCA Provisional Licensure Working Group meeting on Nov 20 will include limited time for public comment. You may also email written comments by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov 17, to ProvisionalLicensure @calbar .ca.gov. View the agenda:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The State Bar issues the first-ever California Justice Gap Study, highlighting the immense gulf between civil legal needs & help received. Read the findings & recommendations to reduce the justice gap in CA. #accesstojustice #A2J
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
Message from State Bar Board of Trustees Chair, Jason Lee, to July Bar Exam applicants. ICYMI, FAQs on the release of topics for the July 2019 Bar Exam are posted. We’ll update as needed with responses to any further critical questions:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Today, we honor Justice Teri L. Jackson, the first African American woman appointed to the First District Court of Appeal. #BlackHistoryMonth
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
Today the #StateBarCA announced the results of the July 2022 #CABarExam . Congratulations to the 3,753 successful applicants! Read the full news release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The #StateBarCA Committee of Bar Examiners recently accredited 3 fully online law schools: @concordlaw , @sflawschool , & Northwestern CA University School of Law. This first continues & expands CA’s tradition of offering multiple pathways to the law. See the full law school list:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
October #CAbarexam applicants: Check out this short video walk-through to learn about highlighting, changing text display font size, and more during the Bar Exam PT in ExamSoft.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
“Even as we encourage pro bono work and laud those who provide it, we cannot ignore the reality that America is experiencing a colossal justice crisis—one that grows worse every year.” @IAALS ' @z_demeola @mahoulberg on the need for paraprofessionals in CA:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Did you know you can report attorney misconduct using the #statebarca online complaint form? Select from multiple language options. For questions call: 800-843-9053, or go directly to the online form:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
7 years
Legal help for people impacted by the California fires, including filing claims, FEMA applications & more
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Today, the #StateBarCA published the detailed statistics from the Oct 2020 Bar Exam. You can view them here:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Attorneys, are you feeling lonely or anxious due to social isolation? Below are some tips to help you get through this challenging time. Check out this article from Scientific American for more tips on dealing with social distancing:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
We invite members of the public to review and comment on regulatory reform options by the tech task force #ATILS for improving access to legal services. 60-day public comment period extends through Sep 23. #accesstojustice #a2j
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
California wildfire victims can access a new website and telephone hotlines for legal services, and are urged to avoid and report potential legal fraud. Read the full release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Today we honor Justice Wiley W. Manuel, the first African-American appointed to the California Supreme Court. #BlackHistoryMonth
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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In observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month the State Bar recognizes Justice Cruz Reynoso for his distinguished public service and legal scholarship. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Consumers: If you are approached by someone offering legal services in the wake of #COVID19 , protect yourself from possible fraud. Use our website to check that the attorney is licensed and that the contact information is the same:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
The #StateBarCA seeks public comment on Proposed New Rule of Professional Conduct 8.3, addressing a lawyer's duty to report the misconduct of another lawyer. Deadline to comment is Feb 17, 2023.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
October #CAbarexam applicants: watch for an email today with final updates/reminders. It will include tips on where you’ll get passwords, what you do & don’t need to do on exam days, links to exam day checklists, & more. The FAQs have the same updates. Wishing you the best!
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Reminder: Interested in serving on the @CaSupremeCourt & #StateBarCA Blue Ribbon Commission on the Future of the CA Bar Exam? Seeking 15-20 members from @CALawyersOrg , law school faculty, judges, an online exam expert, & more. Apply now. Deadline Nov 30:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
In 1991, Judge Donna Hitchens (Ret.) was elected to serve on the Superior Court of SF County, making her the 1st openly lesbian judge elected to a bench in the nation. Prior to becoming a judge, she founded @nclrights & cofounded @balif_bar . Hitchens shares her story #PrideMonth :
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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With great sadness, we note the passing of #StateBarCA Trustee Greg Knoll, a fearless & creative advocate for consumers, law students, & lawyers serving the people of CA. He reminded us always of our duty to protect the public and ensure access to justice for all Californians.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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The State Bar will create a task force on access to justice through innovation of legal services. Application deadline is Oct. 10. More information and online application for appointment:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Are you a CA attorney? If so, sign up TODAY to complete a survey in August. You'll be eligible for MCLE credit! Your contribution will help shape the future of the CA Bar Exam. #LawPractice2020 . Click the link below to sign up!
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The State Bar has published its "First Annual Report Card on the Diversity of California's Legal Profession." Read the full news release: #diversity #inclusion
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
Are you a law student, applicant, current or former attorney? Do you need help dealing with problematic substance use, stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, relationship challenges, or other personal problems?
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
6 years
The @StateBarCA is proud to partner with @codeforamerica on the Closing the Delivery Gap report to help people in California clear their criminal records and remove barriers to opportunity
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Attention Bar Exam applicants: The FAQs have been updated with new info on highlighting within the PT, use of mobile hotspots, and other new info:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The #StateBarCA is updating information related to the @CaSupremeCourt approval to expand the Provisional Licensure Program.
@CaSupremeCourt
California Supreme Court
4 years
#CASupremeCourt expands pathway to a CA law license, allowing thousands more law school graduates with qualifying prior bar exam scores to work as fully licensed attorneys after completing supervised practice hours. @StateBarCA will implement by Mar. 1:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Today, in furtherance of its public protection mission, the #StateBarCA Board of Trustees released two reports detailing past unethical conduct in handling complaints against disbarred attorney Thomas V. Girardi. News Release: FAQs:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
Just launched! Please share! New web resource for low-income Californians seeking immigration legal aid: lists for each CA county of legal services providers who help with immigration. Available soon in Spanish. #immigration #inmigracion #accesstojustice #A2J
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
It’s true! CA allows applicants to take the Bar Exam without going to law school. Applicants must study in a law office or judge’s chamber & meet other rules.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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@Daniel15 @jeffreywilens @geomblog @aselbst Yes, the email is from the State Bar.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
#LawDay is today! This year’s theme focuses on three cornerstones of representative government and calls on us to understand and protect these rights to ensure, as the U.S. Constitution proposes, “the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity.”
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The #StateBarCA is now accepting public comment on provisional licensure for those who scored 1390 or higher on a #CAbarexam administered July 2015–February 2020. Read the 2 options in proposed rule 9.49.1 here: . Deadline to submit comment is Dec 18:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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In 2021  @yunpovi joined @StanfordLaw faculty as the institution's first Native American member. That year, her @stanflawrev article analyzed the way US legal institutions systemically ignore legal structures created by tribal governments.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
Today the #StateBarCA announced the results of the February 2022 #CABarExam . 1,056 people passed the General Bar Exam & 209 people passed the Attorneys’ Exam. Congrats to the successful examinees! News release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Yesterday, @CAgovernor Gavin Newsom appointed two new members of the #StateBarCA Board of Trustees: Melanie M. Shelby, Managing Director, Gray, Greer, Shelby and Vaughn; and Mark W. Toney, Executive Director, The Utility Reform Network. We look forward to welcoming them! Release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Did you know you can report the unauthorized practice of law using the State Bar’s online complaint form? Select from multiple language options. For questions call: 800-843-9053, or go directly to the online form:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
3 years
Today, we honor Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye, the first Filipina American and the second woman to serve as California’s chief justice. #WomensHistoryMonth Check out her feature in our brochure, “Be a Lawyer, Make a Difference”
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
7 years
New legal hotlines have been set up for people impacted by the California fires
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
2 years
The #StateBarCA ’s Board of Trustees Chair Ruben Duran announced today that the agency is investigating attorneys Mark Geragos & Brian Kabateck in connection with the dispersal of Armenian Genocide insurance settlement funds. Read the full release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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Get the breakdown on some of the Task Force on Access Through Innovation of Legal Services #ATILS UPL proposals, 2.0 through 2.6, in this informative podcast- by Megan at @ZaviehLaw . She encourages public comment and supports more players in legal services:
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Megan Zavieh
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UPL exceptions proposed by ATILS is causing quite a stir among #lawyers . In this ep of #LawyersGoneEthical , I break down the actual proposals & why it isn't as scary as it may seem. Listen in: #lawtwitter
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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#CAbarexam applicants: We apologize for the error regarding ExamSoft’s update availability—it will be Monday when exam files are available. The FAQs have been updated with new info about the software update, biometric data, and other topics. Watch for an email today with details.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
6 years
The State Bar of California released the results of the July 2018 Bar Exam
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
At its July 16 meeting, among other actions, the @StateBarCA Board approved an action plan designed to improve equity in the attorney discipline system, following up on the agency’s first-ever study on racial disparities in the disciplinary system. Read the full news release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
7 years
The State Bar of California Launches a New Website
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
#CABarExam laptop applicants: Good news! The deadline to complete your two required mock exams in ExamSoft has been extended to September 23. Watch for an email Friday with more updates and clarified details on what you need to do to confirm that you are ready for the exam.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Attorneys: When anxiety or other mental health issues arising from work pressures or other stressors grow from manageable to overwhelming, get the support you need from the Lawyer Assistance Program, like 3 free sessions with an online support group. Call us to get started:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
By supplying free legal help to low-income Californians, legal aid providers meet basic needs like shelter, food, & safety, help individuals in crisis, address systemic inequities, & revitalize communities. Learn more #legalaid #A2J
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
Attention Oct. Bar Exam applicants: You should have received an email about preparing your laptop for the exam. A registration email will come from ExamSoft to get you started on mock exams. Reminder, final withdrawal deadline is 9/8. See updated FAQs for more info:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
4 years
The State Bar of California has seized the unauthorized law practice of a San Francisco woman who victimized immigrants from Russia and Mongolia. Read the full news release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
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At its meeting today, the State Bar Board of Trustees heard a report on the first-ever study of racial disparities in California attorney discipline and what the State Bar is doing to continue monitoring and improving equity in its discipline system. Read the full release:
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
1 year
Tell us what you think! CA is the only state without a rule requiring lawyers to report misconduct by other lawyers. Versions of such a rule for CA are circulating now for comment. Your feedback helps ensure that #StateBarCA policy is informed by the public we serve.
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
7 years
RT In case CA attorneys are interested, Texas Supreme Court has taken a major step in the #Harvey disaster
@statebaroftexas
State Bar of Texas
7 years
Texas Supreme Court order lets out-of-state lawyers serve #Harvey victims #SCOTX
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@StateBarCA
State Bar of California
5 years
One out of 5 Americans will experience a major depressive episode at least once during his/her lifetime. The rate for attorneys is 3-4 times higher. Check out our Depression Self-Assessment Test at:
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