The State Bar regularly seeks public input on important policy matters, including proposed amendments to the Rules of Professional Conduct, ethics opinions, and other regulatory issues. These formal comment periods allow you to provide written feedback that becomes part of the public record and helps inform our decision-making process.
Public comment opportunities are listed below. When available, click on “Read full proposal” to find out more about the policy issue. If you would like to provide a comment, click on “Submit comment via online form.” Please note that comments and materials received will, in full, become part of the public record.
If you would like to provide an oral or written comment during a public meeting, find more information on the Request to Comment at a Public Meeting page.
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Proposed New Rule 1.26 of the State Bar Rules Relating to the Discretion of the Executive Director or Their Designee to Waive Certain Fees and Extend Specified Deadlines
The State Bar seeks public comment on proposed new rule 1.26 of the State Bar Rules relating to the discretion of the Executive Director or their designee to waive certain fees and extend specified deadlines.
Proposals to Implement an Alternative Dispute Resolution Certification Program
The Alternative Dispute Resolution Working Group and staff seek informal public comment on proposals to implement an Alternative Dispute Resolution Certification Program.
Source: Alternative Dispute Resolution Working Group
Proposed New and Revised Rules Related to Qualified Support Center Grant Requirements
The State Bar seeks comment on recommended changes to Rules of the State Bar governing funds administered by the Legal Services Trust Fund Commission (LSTFC) awarded to qualified support centers providing legal training, legal technical assistance, or advocacy support for civil legal services without charge.
