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Enrollment Guide

Enrollment Guide

Guide to Registering with the State Bar of California and Taking the Attorney’s Oath

Important information to know before taking the attorney's oath

How do I enroll with the State Bar?

How the date you take the attorney's oath impacts annual fees assessed

Avoid these mistakes that can delay your enrollment

Frequently asked questions

How to complete your New Licensee Registration and Attorney Oath form

Step 1: Receive and access your form

Step 2: Provide contact preferences & acknowledge you have read this guide

Step 3: Complete the Attorney Registration Information section

Step 4: Schedule to take your oath

Step 5: Take the attorney's oath and execute required signatures

Step 6: What to know after submitting your completed form

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What to know about your license

Your rights and responsibilities

Your responsibility related to your attorney record

Your responsibility related to annual fees

License status options

Your MCLE reporting requirement

Your New Attorney Training Requirement

Your Client Trust Account Protection Program Reporting Requirement

Your Online My State Bar Profile

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Order a Certificate of Standing

Order a Bar Card

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