At a Glance

The nation’s busiest and largest State Bar

Key 2023 statistics highlight the size and breadth of the work we do to carry out all aspects of our mission.


12,036

Bar exam applicants tested


New attorneys admitted


271,497

Total number of attorneys licensed


$149.6 M

Legal aid funds distributed


Victims reimbursed through the Client Security Fund, which distributed a total of $6.23 million


17,360

Complaints about attorney misconduct and nonattorney unauthorized practice of law processed Fiscal Year (FY)


198

Attorneys disciplined (FY)


Nonattorney practice cases referred to law enforcement


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Customer service calls handled


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Customer service calls handled

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