You must register with the State Bar in the Applicant Portal. Law students must register within 90 days of beginning the study of law.No information is available for this page. The petitioner must submit the Petition online AND print and file a hard copy. CALIFORNIA. Amy C. Nuñez. Director of Admissions. The Guide to Montana Bar Admissions provides detailed information about applying for admission with links to forms, instructions, and the application. No information is available for this page. Out of State. County. This Report examines barriers to joining the California State legal bar for individuals with criminal records.