The State Bar is led by a Board of Trustees and managed by staff who have served the legal profession and the state in various leadership roles.
The State Bar has committees and commissions doing the important work of developing policies and procedures, including the Legal Services Trust Fund Commission, the Council on Access and Fairness and the Committee of Bar Examiners.
The State Bar advocates and advances policies, budgetary items, and legislative priorities while ensuring positive and effective relations with the Legislature and the governor's office. More about the State Bar's government affairs activities
The community of licensed attorneys is as varied as the state itself. Read our collection of surveys, articles and data about how the demographics of California-licensed attorneys is shifting. More data and demographics about California's attorneys
Where can I find information about studying law and taking the California Bar Exam?
Information about becoming an attorney is in the Admissions section. There you'll find additional information about getting a legal education. You can also find information about taking the California Bar Exam.