Video

Watch this video for a short tutorial on using the State Bar's client trust account individual (client and bank) ledgers template. Download the templates here: bit.ly/CTA-Resources-Templates More client trust accounting resources: bit.ly/CTA-Resources

Watch this video for a short tutorial on using the State Bar's client trust account journal template. Download the templates here: bit.ly/CTA-Resources-Templates More client trust accounting resources: bit.ly/CTA-Resources

Watch this video for a short tutorial on using the State Bar's client trust account reconciliation form template. Download the templates here: bit.ly/CTA-Resources-Templates More client trust accounting resources: bit.ly/CTA-Resources

State Bar Stories are personal testimonials that reflect the State Bar of California's commitment to its mission of public protection, diversity and inclusion, and access to justice for all Californians: one story at a time. Officially launched in 2023, the Public Trust Liaison (PTL) provides direct ombuds-like assistance to the public and others experiencing difficulty with the State Bar. The ...

State Bar Stories are personal testimonials that reflect the State Bar's commitment to its mission of public protection, diversity and inclusion, and access to justice for all Californians: one story at a time. California attorney James Stillens shares how the State Bar Court's Alternative Discipline Program (ADP) and the (LAP) Lawyer Assistance Program helped him in his addiction recovery, and...

State Bar Stories are personal testimonials that reflect the State Bar of California's commitment to its mission of public protection, diversity and inclusion, and access to justice for all Californians: one story at a time. The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) helped Los Angeles resident Robert Earl Taylor reverse an earlier eviction decision against him in which he initially repres...

📢 Community members: If you're interested in sharing your thoughts on the State Bar’s work and policies, sign up to provide oral or written comment ahead of a meeting. Watch our short screen tour to learn how you can make your voice heard! Sign-ups & written comments are due 24 hrs. before the start of a meeting. You can also sing up to receive email notifications about upcoming public comment ...

Un hombre del Área de la Bahía asegura que estaba revisando su cuenta de TikTok cuando, de repente, le apareció un video de una mujer que parecía ser una reconocida abogada. Cuenta que, ante la necesidad de resolver un trámite migratorio, interactuó con el perfil y, en ese momento, se le abrió un chat con la presunta jurista, desde donde le pidieron sus datos. Agrega que, todo se le hizo extrañ...

Firm Administrators Can Use the Agency Billing Portal to Pay Licensing Fees to Comply with Rule 2.11 and Comply with the State Bar's New Client Trust Account Registration Requirements In this video, -Learn about the State Bar's new Client Trust Account Protection Program (CTAPP).  -Watch a demonstration of the State Bar's Agency Billing Portal and learn how to use it for the 2024 billing cycle,...

California's Rule 8.3 requires lawyers to report credible evidence of serious attorney misconduct. This video explains the reporting duties, including what constitutes misconduct, when to report, reporting options (State Bar or tribunal), limits on reporting privileged/protected info, and tips for ethically complying with the rule. Learn more about Rule 8.3: bit.ly/47c2l1I Read the full text of...

Learn how lawyers can comply with the State Bar's new client trust account registration requirements and comply with Rule 2.11 Learn about the State Bar's new Client Trust Account Protection Program (CTAPP).  Watch a demonstration of how lawyers should register their client trust accounts, including IOLTA, using My State Bar Profile.  Learn how to comply with the CTAPP requirements if your law ...

California Attorneys: Need help resetting your password for My State Bar Profile? Avoid a phone call this screen tour will walk you through the process. Access a step-by-step guide here: info.calbar.ca.gov/knowledge/en/forgot-your-password, located on the home screen for My State Bar Profile: members.calbar.ca.gov/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=/. The step-by-step guide also includes useful content for n...

Inspiring! How Lucasfilm’s Legal Counsel Rhonda Hjort Reached the Top of the Legal Profession

Provisional Licensure Program Participant Gains Real-Time Attorney Experience - State Bar Stories

Legal Aid Provider Helps Clovis Woman Remain in US with her Special-Needs Child - State Bar Stories

Tom Girardi Victim Receives Lost Funds through Client Security Fund - State Bar Stories

Client Security Fund Helps Man Recoup Lost Funds due to Attorney Misconduct - State Bar Stories

2018 Reform Decision to Remove State Bar Association Duties Good for Public - State Bar Stories

San Diego Boy had Eye Cancer, Receives Free Assistance from Legal Aid Provider - State Bar Stories

Volunteer Commissioner Aims to Help People and Promote DEI - State Bar Stories

Cómo hacer una queja en California contra un abogado que no cumple:

“Decepcionado y sin dinero” migrante cuenta experiencia de fraude de inmigración

State Bar Core Values

Colegio de Abogados de California ofrece ayuda gratis a la comunidad inmigrante

California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 3.8: Prosecutor Duties

Buscan más víctimas de mujer que se hacía pasar por abogada de inmigración en Los Ángeles

California Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 1.16: Termination of Attorney-Client Relationship

Introduciendo al Intermediario de Confianza Pública