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A certificate of good standing certifies that a company is properly registered with the state, is up to date on all state registration fees and required document filings, and is legally permitted to engage in business activities in the state.
California Bar Examination Please note that the State Bar does not offer reciprocity or accept bar exam scores from another jurisdiction.
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A certificate of good standing is a state-issued document that shows you're authorized to do business in that state. While it won't disclose whether you're behind on any tax obligations, it offers proof that you're complying with state laws — you're up to date on state fees, taxes, business filings, and more.
Certificate of good standing definition. In short, it proves to others that you're a legit business. A certificate of good standing is not a license, meaning you don't have to obtain one to do business. You can legally operate your business in your registered state and do not necessarily need the certificate.
California Bar Examination All other attorney applicants must take the general bar exam. Please note that the State Bar does not offer reciprocity or accept bar exam scores from another jurisdiction.
There is no reciprocity between Florida and any other jurisdiction. Submission to the Florida Bar Examination and completion of a character and fitness investigation is required of all applicants.
What states have reciprocity with California? Arizona. Colorado. Delaware. Hawaii. Louisiana. Maine. Maryland. Massachusetts.
A California-licensed attorney may be granted temporary permission to practice law in another state for a specific case through pro hac vice admission. Be careful, however, pro hac vice practice has its limitations.