Hearings allow attorneys, public to weigh in on discipline process

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 23, 2015 – Attorneys and members of the public will be able to comment on the State Bar of California’s disciplinary procedures, attorney competency and admissions procedures at two hearings next month. 

The meetings will be held:

LOS ANGELES
2 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 15
The State Bar of California
845 S. Figueroa St., 2nd floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017

SAN FRANCISCO
2 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 17
The State Bar of California
180 Howard St., 4th floor
San Francisco, CA 94105

The hearings will conclude when all the speakers present have had the chance to address the panel. Those wishing to speak at either hearing and/or present written materials should contact Doug Hull at 415-538-2015 or doug.hull@calbar.ca.gov by Friday, Dec. 11.

The State Bar conducts these public hearings annually. In addition, the State Bar regularly solicits public comment on proposed changes to rules and regulations and the Board of Trustees sets aside time at each meeting for the public to comment on items on its agenda.