Call 1-855-394-5084. They will help you recover your PIN after authenticating your identity.
What can I expect when I go online to the Fresh Start Settlement Program website?
You will enter your State Bar Number and PIN, and you will see how much you owe the State Bar. Click “Settlement Offer” to receive an offer to settle your debt.
How is the settlement offer calculated?
The offer considers several factors, including the type of debt, the licensee status of the individual, and the amount of debt.
How long does the settlement process take?
For most individuals, it takes less than five minutes from logging in to signing the Settlement Agreement.
What happens if I reject the State Bar’s settlement offer?
If you reject the State Bar’s settlement offer you will have the opportunity to provide feedback as to why you rejected the offer and submit a counteroffer. If your counteroffer is not accepted and you would like to return to the original State Bar offer, please email collections@calbar.ca.gov to reset your original offer.
Do I need to provide proof of my financial situation to receive a settlement offer?
No, you don’t need to provide any financial documents to receive an offer to settle for less than what you owe. For attorneys not allowed to practice law as of January 1, 2025 and who cannot afford the settlement offer, the State Bar will ask for more information to determine if extreme financial hardship should be considered in accepting a lower settlement for collections purposes only.
I am not allowed to practice law as of January 1, 2025, and am experiencing extreme financial hardship, and cannot settle for the amount offered. What can I do?
If you reject the settlement offer and are experiencing extreme financial hardship, please enter an amount you would be able to pay on the feedback form or indicate in the comments that you are experiencing financial hardship. You will receive an email with a link to a questionnaire about your financial situation. All information and attachments will be kept securely and confidentially. The State Bar will review the answers in your questionnaire and email a response from eConciliador.
What if I want to speak to someone in person?
We want to make this process as easy as possible for you. Call 1-855-394-5084 and please have your State Bar Number ready.
After I sign the Settlement and Release of Claims Agreement, when do I have to pay?
You can elect to pay immediately in one lump-sum payment or choose to pay in installments. If you chose to pay in installments, full payment must be received by December 31, 2025.
What's the benefit of paying the settlement in one lump-sum payment?
Paying the settlement all at once entitles you to an additional five percent reduction in the amount owed.
