This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
STATE BAR STAFF CONTACTS Telephone (800) 204-2222 or (512) 427-1463 and the extension number, as noted for each department, unless another telephone number is given.
TEXAS BOARD of LAW EXAMINERS The Texas Supreme Court has the exclusive authority to grant licenses to practice law in Texas.
If you cannot afford an attorney, you have the right to have one appointed to you in a felony, Class A misdemeanor, Class B misdemeanor, juvenile, or direct appeal case. See Tex. Code Crim.
Under the current rules, Texas permits attorneys to divide fees when they base the division on the assumption of joint responsibility for the matter, or based solely on the services rendered by each attorney.
Please visit the Certified Lawyer Referral Services in Texas page for your county's contact information. For all other counties, contact us by phone: (800) 252-9690 (Toll Free), Monday - Friday, CST, a.m. to p.m. The call-in service is closed on legal holidays.
Undisclosed conflicts of interest are also unethical, as are any illegal or unscrupulous activities, such as suppression of evidence or misleading statements made to courts.
Complainants are required to use the State Bar's current grievance form, effective September 1, 2023, to report attorney misconduct. A grievance can be submitted electronically at , or the current grievance form can be downloaded from there.
Personal Opinions or Bias: Do not share personal opinions or biases that aren't relevant to the legal advice or the case. The focus should be on legal counsel, not personal beliefs. Inappropriate Jokes or Comments: Avoid making jokes or comments that could be seen as unprofessional, insensitive, or offensive.
Ing to the ABA, the most common attorney discipline complaints filed with the bar association involve: Neglect. Lack of communication. Misrepresentation or dishonesty. Scope of representation. Fee disputes.
Lawyer fears may be described in a variety of ways, but most (or all) are ultimately the fear of mistakes. We don't want to appear foolish or incompetent, and we certainly don't want to cause a bad outcome.