Florida Supreme Court to Review ABA Accreditation Requirement for Bar Exam Eligibility

The Florida Supreme Court announced plans to convene a workgroup to assess the current rule that mandates bar exam applicants to obtain degrees from schools accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA). The court expressed apprehensions over the ABA’s accreditation standards, particularly regarding racial and ethnic diversity representation and the ABA’s political activities. This review underscores ongoing discussions around the necessity and implications of ABA accreditation within state bar requirements. For further details, visit the Law360 article.