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Generally, it takes a minimum of approximately 180 days, or six months, from the date the application is deemed complete and filed, to process a moral character application.
How Long Does The Moral Character Determination Process Take? In California, the process of determining someone's moral character normally takes six to nine months. But there are a number of variables that could affect the timing. The application procedure might go more rapidly if the applicant has a clear background.
The CA website says 6 months minimum but I also have talked to a lot of people who got results in 1-2 months.
For the State Bar of California, the moral character review process takes several months and examines past conduct to ascertain whether the applicant is honest, fair, trustworthy, observes fiduciary responsibilities, is financially responsible and respects the rights of others and the judicial process.
The California bar limits complaints for events that occurred within the last five years. The statute of limitations for legal malpractices is one year, generally from the time representation ends.
Contact Center To speak with a representative, please call 800-843-9053 if you are in California. If you are calling from out-of-state, please call 415-538-2000.
The State Bar: Licenses attorneys and regulates the profession and practice of law in California. Enforces Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys. Disciplines attorneys who violate rules and laws.
California Breach Of Legal Ethics Lawyers Client Neglect – not returning phone calls, or answering correspondence. Conflicts of Interest – a lawyer may not be representing a client to the best of their ability due to allegiance to another client, or the opposition.
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.
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.