State Bar of California, Office of Access & Inclusion

The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.

The State Bar:

• Licenses attorneys and regulates the profession and practice of law in California
• Enforces Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys
• Disciplines attorneys who violate rules and laws
• Administers the California Bar Exam
• Advances access to justice
• Promotes diversity and inclusion in the legal system