Why the California Bar Exam is necessary – Even for out-of-state lawyers

Executive Bar Review

There has been a lot of controversy lately surrounding California’s licensing requirements for out of state attorneys seeking admission in California.  Just this month, the California Supreme Court rejected a proposal from the Committee of Bar Examiners (via the State Bar) that would have allowed out‑of‑state attorneys to be admitted on

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Silver Linings: Moving Forward After the February 2025 California Attorney’s Exam

Executive Bar Review

The February 2025 California Attorney’s Bar Examination was intended to mark a new chapter in the State Bar’s long-term evolution of the licensing process. Unfortunately, for many applicants, this exam became memorable for all the wrong reasons. Widespread reports of technical problems and disruptions made the already

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