As an attorney, you work every day to ensure your clients receive the access to justice that they’re due. But are you also receiving the justice that you’re due? The State Bar of California recently announced its priorities for 2020, and two items ranked near the top....
Nearly one-fifth of all lawyers may struggle with substance abuse
Substance abuse isn’t good for anyone. Overuse of nearly any drug can lead to serious health problems. And there are indirect problems, as well. The craving and deception. People who abuse drugs are consumed by them as much as they consume them. But most people don’t...
What is moral character?
If you want to practice law in California, you need to do three things. You need to finish law school, pass the Bar, and convince the State Bar of your good moral character. For most people, their moral character assessment isn’t a big concern. While few applicants...
