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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. Meeting Schedule
April 21, 2026 - April 24, 2026
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CLE Board Retreat 2026

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct routine business of the CLE Board.
May 29, 2026 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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April 23, 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 second quarter will be conducted in Brunswick, Cabarrus, Cumberland, Forsyth, Mecklenburg, New Hanover, Robeson, Rowan,...
April 22, 2026

NC IOLTA Responds to OSA Performance Audit Report, Affirms Strong Stewardship of IOLTA Funds

NC IOLTA Responds to OSA Performance Audit Report, Affirms Strong Stewardship of IOLTA Funds April 22, 2026, Raleigh, N.C.: The North Carolina State Bar and NC IOLTA (North Carolina Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts) have responded to the release of the report from the North Carolina Office of State Auditor (OSA) following a monthslong performance audit of the IOLTA Program, which has funded civil legal aid in North Carolina since 1983.
March 25, 2026

Statement on The State Bar Grievance Review Committee

The State Bar’s role is to protect the public and ensure that lawyers uphold the highest professional standards. Any changes to its structure or authority should be made with careful consideration of that responsibility. We are concerned that the proposals approved today do not...
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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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