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The California bar limits complaints for events that occurred within the last five years. The statute of limitations for legal malpractices is one year, generally from the time representation ends.
To find a local Certified Lawyer Referral Service Use our directory or call the State Bar at 866-44-CA-LAW (866-442-2529).
In addition, lenders, investors, and vendors often require a Certificate of Status (Good Standing) before doing business with a company. You may also need a Certificate of Status to obtain licensure or for other business transactions, such as a merger or acquisition.
For the Office of Admissions to confirm your eligibility to take the California Bar Exam, you must mail an official sealed transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions at 845 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017 once you have completed your LLM studies. Please note that electronic transcripts will not be accepted.
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.
If your question is not addressed in the above FAQs, please email admissions@calbar.ca or call 213-765-1000 or 415-538-2300. You may also submit a general request in the Applicant Portal.
Head to the California State Bar website to download Form F. Please allow the office sufficient time to fill out the form. If you have additional questions regarding accommodations, please contact The State Bar of California Office of Admissions at (213) 765-1500.
What states have reciprocity with California? Arizona. Colorado. Delaware. Hawaii. Louisiana. Maine. Maryland. Massachusetts.
In some instances, attorneys who are properly licensed and in good standing in another state are allowed to practice in California. For example, attorneys who practice only federal law, such as immigration, may practice in California but be licensed in another state.
California Bar Examination Please note that the State Bar does not offer reciprocity or accept bar exam scores from another jurisdiction.