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Quarterly Meeting of the State Bar Council

The State Bar Council and its committees meet quarterly to conduct the business of the State Bar. Meetings of the council and all committees except the Grievance and Distinguished Service Committee are open to the public.
January 19, 2027 - January 22, 2027 2:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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Quarterly Meeting of the State Bar Council

The State Bar Council and its committees meet quarterly to conduct the business of the State Bar. Meetings of the council and all committees except the Grievance and Distinguished Service Committee are open to the public.
April 20, 2027 - April 23, 2027 2:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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Quarterly Meeting of the State Bar Council

The State Bar Council and its committees meet quarterly to conduct the business of the State Bar. Meetings of the council and all committees except the Grievance and Distinguished Service Committee are open to the public.
July 20, 2027 - July 23, 2027 2:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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October 30, 2026

Williams Installed as President

Winston-Salem attorney Kevin G. Williams was sworn in as president of the North Carolina State Bar by Chief Justice Paul Newby at the State Bar’s Annual Dinner on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
October 21, 2026

Upcoming Trust Account Random Audits

Lawyers selected for random audit are drawn from a randomized list of all active lawyers in the state. Based on the geographic plan for 2026, audits for the fourth quarter will be conducted in Cleveland, Durham, Gaston, Harnett, Henderson, Mecklenburg, Nash, Onslow, Orange,...
August 20, 2026

Synopsis of of the State Bar July 2026 Council Meeting

Appointments At its meeting on July 24, 2026, the council made the following appointments:  Board of Legal Specialization – The council appointed N. Lucille Siler and reappointed Misty D. Shull to three-year terms on the board. The council appointed Barbara R. Morgenstern to...
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Learn More About Board Certified Lawyers

Board certification formally recognizes a lawyer's proficiency and experience in a specific practice area. Key requirements:

  • Licensed & in good standing with the NC State Bar

  • Substantial involvement in the specialty field (past 5 years).

  • CLE credits in the specialty area (past 3 years)

  • Peer review approval

  • Pass the specialty exam (offered in October)

Questions? Contact Sheila Saucier (ssaucier@ncbar.gov) or Katie Seruset (kseruset@ncbar.gov), or call 919-828-4620.

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