Texas HB1528 establishes licensing and regulation for legal paraprofessionals, including fees and disciplinary jurisdiction.

Texas HB1528 amends the Government Code to create a licensing framework for legal paraprofessionals. It mandates that these professionals be subject to the disciplinary jurisdiction of the Texas Supreme Court and the Commission for Lawyer Discipline. The bill outlines eligibility requirements, including age, education, work authorization, and moral character. It also specifies qualifications such as holding a paralegal certificate or having relevant work experience.

Texas HB1528 establishes licensing and regulation for legal paraprofessionals, including fees and disciplinary jurisdiction.

Texas HB1528 amends the Government Code to create a licensing framework for legal paraprofessionals. It mandates that these professionals be subject to the disciplinary jurisdiction of the Texas Supreme Court and the Commission for Lawyer Discipline. The bill outlines eligibility requirements, including age, education, work authorization, and moral character. It also specifies qualifications such as holding a paralegal certificate or having relevant work experience.