This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
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.
The State Bar is led by a Board of Trustees and managed by staff who have served the legal profession and the state in various leadership roles.
To file a complaint against an attorney please CLICK HERE or call 1-800-932-1900. Attorney complaints filed on this form WILL NOT be processed and no response will be received from this site.
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.
California Bar Examination Please note that the State Bar does not offer reciprocity or accept bar exam scores from another jurisdiction.
STATE BAR STAFF CONTACTS Telephone (800) 204-2222 or (512) 427-1463 and the extension number, as noted for each department, unless another telephone number is given.
If you have any questions or require further assistance with registering in the Applicant Portal, please email admissions@calbar.ca.
There are a variety of ways to address problems with an attorney, before filing a complaint with the State Bar. Call the State Bar's Contact Center if you have any questions at 800-843-9053 (in California) or 213-765-1200 (outside California).
The Ethics Hotline is a confidential research service for attorneys seeking guidance on their professional responsibilities. To receive immediate research assistance, call the Ethics Hotline at 1-800-238-4427 (in California) or 415-538-2150.