California State Bar Proposes New Pathways After February Exam Challenges

The State Bar of California has formally requested the state Supreme Court’s approval for new measures aimed at addressing the consequences of the issues that occurred during the February 2025 California bar exam. Among the proposed remedies are a limited provisional licensure program and an expedited admission pathway for out-of-state attorneys. These initiatives represent the State Bar’s ongoing efforts to seek equitable solutions in response to the debacle surrounding the latest examination. More details on the bar’s proposal can be found on Law360.