Conflict of Interest Code
Proposed revisions to the State Bar's conflict of interest code reflect either job title changes or the deletion of defunct positions and are proposed so the list may more accurately reflect the current organization of the bar. Changes to disclosure categories are recommended to make the categories more reflective of current purchasing practices at the bar. It is suggested that the gift limit be revised and updated to reflect the Fair Political Practices Commissions $10 biennial adjustment to the gift limit.
State Bar evidence rules
Proposed amendment to rule 465 of the Rules of Procedure of the State Bar would require a respondent to submit documents supporting his or her response to charges not less than three court days prior to a scheduled hearing.
Disciplinary charges
Proposed amendments to rule 621 of the Rules of Procedure of the State Bar would require that the charges cite and attach copies of the California statutes or rules alleged to have been violated or to warrant the action proposed.
Disciplinary proceeding
Proposed amendments to rule 60 of the Rules of Procedure of the State Bar would require that if a respondent's latest address is in the U.S., service of the notice initiating a proceeding shall be made by certified mail, return receipt requested. If the member's latest address is outside the country, service shall be made by recorded delivery.
Fee arbitration
Proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure for Fee Arbitrations and the Enforcement of Awards fall into several categories: achieving uniformity in grammar and style; deleting duplicative language; streamlining the administrative process; achieving conformity with recent changes in the law; and proposing new rules where needed to clarify and articulate standing procedures that are missing from the current rules.
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