Admission to the Practice of Law

Question 1

Admission to the practice of law is governed by …

Answer 1

The Supreme Court of Georgia

Question 2

What are the requirements for admission to the practice of law?

Answer 2

1. Must graduate from an ABA accredited law school
2. Must pass the bar exam or attorney’s exam
3. Must receive a certification of fitness (character)

Question 3

During the application process, an applicant may not …

Answer 3

1. Knowingly make a false statement of material fact in connection with their application
2. Fail to disclose facts necessary to correct a misapprehension or
3. Fail to respond to a lawful demand by an admissions authority in connection with the application (unless rules of confidential communication governs)