California AB1522 expedites licensure for federal attorneys to fill legal vacancies.

California AB1522 amends the Business and Professions Code to expedite the licensure process for federal attorneys. It requires the State Bar to propose a process by January 1, 2026, for attorneys employed by the federal government on January 20, 2025, who meet specific criteria. These criteria include being licensed in another jurisdiction for at least four years, having no disciplinary record, and producing a statement of professional competence. The bill also defines "expediting the licensure" as a process that does not require the State Bar examination.

California AB1522 expedites licensure for federal attorneys to fill legal vacancies.

California AB1522 amends the Business and Professions Code to expedite the licensure process for federal attorneys. It requires the State Bar to propose a process by January 1, 2026, for attorneys employed by the federal government on January 20, 2025, who meet specific criteria. These criteria include being licensed in another jurisdiction for at least four years, having no disciplinary record, and producing a statement of professional competence. The bill also defines "expediting the licensure" as a process that does not require the State Bar examination.