The public and attorneys have an opportunity to submit written comments about policy issues before the Board of Trustees. These issues may include proposals such as amendments to the Rules of Professional Conduct and ethics opinions. Please note that comments and materials received will, in full, become part of the public record. Comments may be directed to the address listed on each proposal.
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The State Bar seeks public comment on a proposed modification to California Rules of Court to allow the State Bar Court to approve stipulations to modify probation conditions between the State Bar office that monitors disciplinary conditions and disciplined licensees. A new rule is sought to state that the Supreme Court may, but is not required to, order a respondent to pass a professional responsibility examination following an order suspending a respondent from the practice of law.
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April 14, 2025, 11:59 p.m.
Comments should be submitted using this online Public Comment Form.
The State Bar seeks public comment on Proposed Amendments to Rules of Professional Conduct 8.2 and 8.4.
April 15, 2025, 11:59 p.m.
The State Bar seeks public comment on Proposed Formal Opinion Interim No. 20-0001 (Lawyer as Expert Witness).