Attorney discipline records short of disbarment would be expunged after 8 years under state bar planThe California Supreme Court is proposing to expunge non-disbarment attorney discipline records after eight years to address racial disparities.
Former State Bar chief Joe Dunn lied about overseas travel expenses, judge rulesJoe Dunn, former State Bar executive director, found to have violated professional ethics for lying about overseas travel expenses.
Price To Practice In California Won't Be As Steep As You ThoughtCalifornia lawyers may see a lower increase in mandatory bar dues, potentially $125 instead of $150.Lawyers in California can expect possible tightening of their budgets due to the anticipated bar dues increase.
Being A Lawyer In California Will Probably Be A Little More Expensive SoonThe State Bar of California is seeking a 24% increase in mandatory attorney fees to address a projected $24 million deficit in 2025.The proposed fee hike will bring the total mandatory attorney fees from $463 to $608 per year, excluding a special $5 information technology assessment.
The Price Is Not RightDues increase reasons: inflation, workload, lack of planning.State Bar seeking input on alternative fee structures based on practice years, areas, income.