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There is no bar reciprocity in California, though the state does offer a modified bar exam to those who have actively practiced law for at least four years immediately preceding their bar application.
In order to report to the appropriate taxing authorities, financial institutions should use the State Bar of California's Taxpayer Identification number 94-6001385 on all Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts.
Created by the state legislature in 1927, the State Bar is a public corporation within the judicial branch of government, serving as an arm of the California Supreme Court. All State Bar members are officers of the court.
The American Bar Association Fund for Justice and Education (FJE) is recognized as tax-exempt pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN 36-6110299).
If you do not remember your bar number, please use the State Bar's attorney search feature to locate bar number. Search for your name to view your public profile which will include your bar number. Note: Your public profile will also state your admit date.
Applicants who are already licensed to practice law in another state or jurisdiction must register as an attorney applicant, complete a positive moral character determination and pass the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination as well as the California Bar Examination.
View your application progress through your Admission Status Screen. Please contact us at admissions@calbar.ca or call 800-843-9053 if you have satisfied a requirement but it is not reflected in your Admission Status Screen.
To help you keep track of your application and all materials, click Check Status at the top of the application dashboard. You can find information about: Your overall application status. Official test scores receipt.