The Nervous Applicant's Guide to the State Bar of California's Moral Character Application: Straight Forward Information to Help Flawed Applicants Who Want to Practice Law in California

For applicants with a less-than-stellar background, completing the State Bar of California's Moral Character Application is an exercise in fear and loathing. This Guide, written by a licensed California moral character attorney, gives applicants the straightforward information they need to navigate difficult feelings and accept the hard truth about themselves. The moral character application is no different from the bar exam. It is in fact a moral competency examination, and like the bar exam, applicants who take time to prepare will see the best results. Learn what to include and what to exclude on your application. Get advice on how to talk to your references. Understand what triggers an informal conference. Learn how to draft an effective narrative that portrays you in the best light possible. Passing the bar exam requires preparation and study. So does passing the moral competency examination known as the Moral Character Application. You can do this. I can help. Read more