Mandatory Reporting Requirements for California Attorneys
Attorneys licensed in California are required to report specific events to the State Bar under Rules of Court and Business and Professions Code provisions. This includes criminal charges, felony convictions, judicial sanctions, and public discipline from other states.
Timely self-reporting is essential, as failure to report may result in additional disciplinary consequences. Reports are generally made in writing to the State Bar’s Office of Chief Trial Counsel and must include relevant documentation.
Understanding what events are considered “reportable” helps attorneys stay in compliance and avoid escalated investigations.