Board Discusses Supreme Court’s Proposed Admissions-Related Amendments to CA Rules of Court
Public Trust Liaison Introduces New Attorney-Client Bridge Program
State Bar Files Suit Against Vendor Responsible for February Bar Exam Administration
At its July 3 meeting, the Board of Trustees discussed proposed amendments from the California Supreme Court to the Rules of Court that would update the authority and responsibilities of the Board and Committee of Bar Examiners (CBE) over key aspects of admissions and the California Bar Exam.
The State Bar of California recently published new findings showing measurable progress in reducing racial disparities in the attorney discipline system, building on key recommendations from a 2019 study: “Discrepancies by Race and Gender in Attorney Discipline by the State Bar of California: An Empirical Analysis.”
Understand the critical duty of confidentiality under Business and Professions Code section 6068(e) and Rule of Professional Conduct 1.6. This video covers key ethical requirements, exceptions, and the importance of safeguarding client information. Learn how upholding these rules reinforces trust and integrity in the legal profession in this short explainer:
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