--- title: How to Request an Extension for Your Legal Specialization Area description: How to Request an Extension for Your Legal Specialization Area --- [Skip to content](https://info.calbar.ca.gov/knowledge/en/how-to-request-an-extension-for-your-legal-specialization-area#main-content) English Show submenu for translations ![CA-StateBar\_Logo\_Horizontal\_White\_LargeSeal\_.png\]](https://info.calbar.ca.gov/hs-fs/hubfs/CA-StateBar_Logo_Horizontal_White_LargeSeal_.png?height=50&name=CA-StateBar_Logo_Horizontal_White_LargeSeal_.png) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Go to calbar.ca.gov](https://www.calbar.ca.gov/) [Go to calbar.ca.gov](https://www.calbar.ca.gov/) Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://info.calbar.ca.gov/knowledge/en?hsLang=en) 2. [Legal Specialization](https://info.calbar.ca.gov/knowledge/en/legal-specialization?hsLang=en) # How to Request an Extension for Your Legal Specialization Area 1. Log into the Applicant Portal:  The first step is to log into the Applicant Portal using your credentials. Do not create an account. If you need assistance, please fill out the [Licensee Records and Compliance Inquiry Form](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fshare.hsforms.com%2F1rxD0lFL6QhaRZJPYzKoXAwd62wt%3F__hstc%3D158387685.3d129a0917524901f353d0c36d610fd0.1718131935338.1725485849934.1725550929148.87%26__hssc%3D158387685.14.1725550929148%26__hsfp%3D395161345&data=05%7C02%7CJanelle.Palomares%40calbar.ca.gov%7Cfec2e087434c40ae38fd08dd5dd1d7da%7C25577ba53ebd4ec590d70e8148a8318a%7C0%7C0%7C638769878035783240%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BKQqkldFbDwbV5iSkGNEJYdz%2FnxBLanIQPmlyYxnZuY%3D&reserved=0). 2. Navigate to Requests: Once logged in, locate the top toolbar and click on "Help Center." This will take you to a page where you can initiate various types of requests. 3. Initiate a New General Request: Within the "Requests" section, click on "New General Request." This is where you can start the process for any general inquiries or actions. 4. Specify Request Details: Under the "Type" field, select "Legal Specialization Request." Then, under "Subtype," choose "Legal Specialization Extension Request." 5. Enter Subject and Description: In the "Subject" field, enter "Request for Extension to Submit (Certification Application, Recertification Application, LSCLE Compliance Card)." In the "Description" field, provide a brief explanation of why you are requesting an extension and specify when you would like to have the submission completed. 6. Save Your Request: After entering all the necessary details, click on "Save" to store your request securely. 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