California State Bar Discipline Report for 2020

California State Bar Discipline Report for 2020

COVID-19 affected all of us during 2020, including lawyers. The California State Bar continued its mission of protecting the public from misconduct that occurs by lawyers. The Annual Discipline Report for 2020 highlights that while the pandemic certainly presented...
Attorney Ethical Violations: Will the Bar Think You’re Guilty If You Hire an Attorney?

Attorney Ethical Violations: Will the Bar Think You’re Guilty If You Hire an Attorney?

You received a letter informing you that a California attorney complaint was filed against you by a previous or current client, judge, or even another attorney. You recognize that the matter is serious. Since you want to do everything you can to protect your ability...
California Bar Complaint: Answer These Questions Before You Decide to Represent Yourself

California Bar Complaint: Answer These Questions Before You Decide to Represent Yourself

Receiving a California Bar complaint takes most lawyers by surprise. You don’t have to face the bar alone. The real consideration is whether you should represent yourself. There’s a lot on the line. Although some California bar complaints are dismissed, many are...