Often, when you need to defend yourself to the state bar, it is due to a suspected violation of the professional rules of conduct. These rules apply to all attorneys in the state and help to dictate how you should behave to live up to the expectations in place for...
How Does The State Bar Evaluate Complaints?
Given the highly emotional nature of the situations that a lawyer's clients find themselves in, it's not unusual for a client to turn their pain and suffering into resentment towards their counsel. Most attorneys will have to respond to a Bar complaint at some time in...
The consequences of a lawyer misconduct case
If you are an attorney facing allegations of wrongdoing, it is imperative to understand what is at stake and do everything in your power to protect your career, reputation and future. When accusations of attorney misconduct surface, they bring the possibility of harsh...
Defining moral turpitude in law license disciplinary matters
As an attorney, you probably already know that the concept of "moral turpitude" is not easy to define. Besides the subjective nature of moral turpitude, it comes up in several legal areas, including professional license defense. So it is a good idea to have a basic...
What if I’m reported for a state bar violation?
As an attorney, you should want to do the best job for your clients as much as possible. Yet, attorneys can fail their clients, sometimes enough that a client reports their attorney for a state bar violation. That violation can be anything from relaying confidential...
Will seeking treatment make me seem unfit to practice?
When you are looking for mental health support, seeking treatment can be difficult. Even during a time when more people are talking about getting support, you might be nervous about asking for help. Law school and the practice of law can be exceptionally stressful,...
How can I demonstrate good character after criminal charges?
Dealing with criminal charges can be stressful. In addition to the possible consequences, the charges could also affect your ability to pass the bar exam's character and fitness section. The character and fitness portion of the bar exam helps the bar association...
How can I protect my license after an arrest?
Following an arrest, you may face the revocation of your professional license. Lawyers and others with professional licenses may all face serious professional challenges to go along with the legal complications associated with an arrest. How can you protect your...
Will a dismissed case on my record impact my licensure?
For many, a simple mistake can result in a criminal record. After carrying out their sentence, many of these people continue their lives without further offenses. They may seek a conviction dismissal or expunged to clear their criminal record and free them from the...
Do licensing boards look at my social media accounts?
For decades, professionals have counted on the support of their friends to get through the rigors of graduate school. Late-night study sessions, coffee and flashcards have long been staples for students. In the past, students met on campus to support each other; now,...
