Opening, managing, or closing a law practice? The Lawyer Assistance Program invites you to Retool: Law Office Management Support Program, a free six-session webinar designed especially for solo practitioners & small-firm attorneys: bit.ly/4xEYpCv

Today's #StateBarCA Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. There will be limited time for public comment on agenda items. To attend, please view the agenda: bit.ly/4hJBCkm

Reminder: Starting with the Attorney Annual Renewal January 2027, paper checks will no longer be accepted. Limited exceptions may apply. Review the Acceptable Methods of Payment policy: bit.ly/3STcy0b

Refresh: Fall Mindfulness Series final session is 10/15, at 6:30 p.m. Attend online or in person in LA. Participants will learn mindful self-compassion & loving-kindness techniques to manage stress & build resilience. Earn 1.0 hr of Wellness MCLE credit: bit.ly/4xJ2B4B

The #StateBarCA is accepting applications for an attorney position on the Committee of Bar Examiners. Recruitment is for an attorney who has been admitted to practice law in California within three years of the date of appointment. Apply by October 16: bit.ly/4bXk6G5

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we’re sharing words from two Latina chief judges, each the first to lead her court. At a San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association forum, Ninth Circuit Chief Judge Mary Murguia and Chief Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California spoke about representation, mentorship, and community. “If you see it, you can believe it,” said Chief Judge Murguia. Chief Judge Gonzalez Rogers said she cares less about being first than about “inspiring all of you to help build that road.” Their shared message: being first means making sure you aren’t the last. For subscribers, read more on Law.com: bit.ly/4hM7wg3

Refresh: Fall Mindfulness Series final session is 10/15, at 6:30 p.m. Attend online or in person in LA. Participants will learn mindful self-compassion & loving-kindness techniques to manage stress & build resilience. Earn 1.0 hr of Wellness MCLE credit: bit.ly/4xJ2B4B

Indigenous people have called California & North America home for thousands of years. Their rich indigenous heritage continues to shape our lives today. In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, #StateBarCA offices and contact center will be closed on 10/12. We reopen on 10/13.

The July 2026 California Bar Exam results will now be released on Oct. 30, instead of Nov. 6. Before then, check your Admission Status screen in the Applicant Portal: bit.ly/4zfWiGr to confirm you’ve met all other admission requirements. Check your email for details.

From appointment to the ballot: how California’s appellate justices are selected. The Governor appoints, the State Bar’s JNE Commission evaluates candidates’ qualifications, the Commission on Judicial Appointments confirms, and voters decide on retention. 5 things to know before you vote this November: newsroom.courts.ca.gov/news/…

Opening, managing, or closing a law practice? The Lawyer Assistance Program invites you to Retool: Law Office Management Support Program, a free six-session webinar designed especially for solo practitioners & small-firm attorneys: bit.ly/4xEYpCv

Today's #StateBarCA Committee of Bar Examiners meeting begins at 9:00 a.m. There will be limited time for public comment on agenda items. To attend, please view the agenda: bit.ly/4dJ6RK7

LoriAnn Owens [#315230] of Concord disbarred for misappropriating client funds, failing to perform with diligence, failing to release client file, and other violations. Effective discipline date: 8/7/26 — discipline history: bit.ly/4fZGS2j

Last call for Refresh: Fall Mindfulness Series. The final session, Holding Up Your Piece of the Sky, is 10/15 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Attend online or in person in downtown Los Angeles. Participants will learn mindful self-compassion and loving-kindness techniques to manage stress and build resilience. Earn 1.0 hour of Wellness MCLE credit. Attending in person? Advance arrangements are required. Register on Zoom Events, then email [email protected] by 10/14 with the full name of each person attending in person. Presented by the State Bar Lawyer Assistance Program and the Mindfulness in Law Society. Register: bit.ly/4xJ2B4B

Today's #StateBarCA Committee of State Bar Accredited and Registered Schools meeting begins at 1:00 p.m. There will be limited time for public comment on agenda items. To attend, please view the agenda: bit.ly/4j2yb9w

The #StateBarCA is accepting applications for an attorney position on the Committee of Bar Examiners. Recruitment is for an attorney who has been admitted to practice law in California within three years of the date of appointment. Apply by October 16: bit.ly/4bXk6G5

In July, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in Alameda, San Diego, San Francisco, and Yolo counties, and out-of-state. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: bit.ly/NonattorneyActions #CABarUPL

In July, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in San Bernardino County. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: bit.ly/sanbernardinocountyup… #CABarUPL

In July, the #StateBarCA issued the following Cease and Desist Notices for the unauthorized practice of law in Orange County. Visit our website to view Cease and Desist Notices by county: bit.ly/CAORANGEUPL #CABarUPL

From opening a firm to closing one: Retool is a free six-session LAP webinar series designed especially for solo practitioners and small-firm attorneys and covers the full life cycle of a law practice. Oct. 6–26, noon to 1:30 p.m. Register now: bit.ly/4xEYpCv