As an attorney, you rely on your ability to practice law. It’s what you do. It’s how you pay your bills. It’s your reward for all those years you hit the books and racked up student loans. And it’s why you need to understand “moral turpitude.” You can put your license...
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Do lawyers need to report their arrests to the State Bar?
You might think that knowing the law would help you stay well on the right side of it. But even lawyers may end up toeing the line. Doctors get sick like everyone else. Lawyers sometimes get arrested. Certainly, there’s a big difference between an arrest and a...
How can I show rehabilitation on a moral character application?
For many, the law is a calling, as well as a profession. Those with a deep sense of justice often dream about becoming a lawyer from a young age. Others get inspired to take up the profession through a personal encounter with the criminal or legal system. Whatever...