Moral Character Application Review
Don’t let issues from your past come back to haunt you when you apply for admission to the State Bar.
The smallest youthful indiscretion can derail your moral character application and cost you valuable time if you do not handle it well in the initial application. Arrests, DUIs, guilty pleas (even when expunged), accusations of academic dishonesty, unpaid debts, and countless other issues can lead the State Bar to hold up your application and prevent your admission.
The rest of your class may be admitted to practice and employed in law firms while you wait for State Bar staff to hold an informal conference with you, and you may even have to appeal a negative determination. A moral character appeal can mean your application is delayed well over a year.
Many applicants encounter obstacles in the course of getting approved. If you need assistance putting together your initial application, responding to inquiries from the State Bar, or preparing for an informal conference, I can help.
All matters begin with a consultation.
All matters begin with a consultation. We will discuss any concerns that are potential issues in your application, make a plan for how to tackle them in the initial filing, and leave you with next steps to proceed with your application. Beyond this, we will assess your needs and how I can best assist if you need more help with the application process going forward.
A popular option is my flat fee moral character application review package for $950. This service is best for students who need help navigating the initial application process, including how to explain past mistakes and demonstrate good moral character today. This flat fee package includes a complete review of the entire draft application, including notes on any narratives that need to be drafted or revised. If there are any questions after I complete the full review, we will discuss through emails or calls. I will also advise you on any documents you will need to include.
Some clients find that a full review is not needed, and instead they prefer to have an hourly agreement whereby I assist as needed in preparation of the application. Both options can be discussed at your consultation.
If you are further along in the process than the initial application filing, such as if you are appealing a negative determination, responding to a request for supplemental information, or preparing for an informal conference, assistance is typically provided on an hourly basis. Please schedule a consultation so we can discuss your situation in detail and formulate a plan for moving your matter ahead.
HEAR FROM MY CLIENTS, IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Practicality. All advice and meetings were centered around what was MOST useful, which was extremely helpful for bringing an uncomfortable situation to a resolution.
Human Touch. Megan was always cognizant of the human aspect in her responses and interactions.
Experience. I followed Megan’s advice and I achieved the result I wanted through a process I was prepared for by Megan. Couldn’t ask for a better confidence booster.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR ANYONE WHO IS DEALING WITH BAR FITNESS APPLICATION ISSUES.
– Anonymous
I had a previous attorney and I am so happy I changed to Megan Zavieh. Megan Zavieh was extremely efficient and competent. She is very knowledgeable of the ins and out of CA bar admission process and she has really good instincts. She was so fast at analyzing my case and coming up with strategies. She was instrumental in increasing my confidence when it came time to meet with sub committee of Bar Examiners. She also cared about the results of the process which was so helpful because I didn’t feel alone against the big administrative machine. I could not have done this without her. Recommend very highly.
– Aline
Megan was honest and experienced and that the process could be done electronically. The whole process went smoothly and Megan and her team were pleasant to work with. Also, that it resulted in an approved MCA!
– Anonymous