The State Bar certifies legal specialists to:

• Help the public identify attorneys who have demonstrated proficiency in specialized fields of law

• Encourage the maintenance and improvement of attorney competence in specialized fields of law

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A certified specialist is more than just an attorney who practices in a particular area of law. A California attorney who is certified by the State Bar as a Family Law specialist must have:

• Taken and passed a written examination in Family Law

• Demonstrated a high level of experience in Family Law

• Fulfilled ongoing education requirements

• Been favorably evaluated by other attorneys and judges familiar with her work

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Family law is complex and constantly changing – a certified specialist stays current with the law.

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