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HOW TO BECOME CERTIFIED

Step One

Take a look at:
  1. Applicable Rules:
  2. The standards for certification in the area of law you're interested in to see if you can qualify for certification:

Step Two

Take the written examination, which is given every other year.
The next exam is scheduled for AUGUST 26, 2001 in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Step Three

After passing the exam, complete an application showing that you have met certain education and task and experience requirements, and providing us with references for the independent inquiry and review (peer review) process. You have 18 months from the date of the exam to complete this step.

Other things you need to know --

If you have questions about the exam or the application process, call the State Bar's Office of Certification at 415-538-2100 or email lorna.maynard@calsb.org.


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