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Log in News Forms Contact California Board of Legal Specialization Roster | Upcoming Meetings | Past Meetings Purpose This board administers the State Bar of California Program for Certifying Legal Specialists. This program was created by the California Supreme Court to promote attorney competence and provide consumers with an independent means to verify an attorney’s qualifications. The California Board of Legal Specialization (CBLS) recommends program rules and provides policies and guidelines for certification of specialists; develops testing and legal education criteria for specialists; and advises the Board of Trustees on establishment of specialty fields. Composition The CBLS consists of seven members, made up of attorneys from a wide range of practice areas, and up to two nonattorney public members. Terms are for four years. Staff contact Adrian Galang, 415-538-2115, legalspec@calbar.ca.gov Chair: Mark A. Lester Additional information Legal Specialization Learn more about volunteer opportunities Time commitment for committee members: four-six meetings per year Subscribe You may subscribe to the California Board of Legal Specialization email list to receive meeting notifications. Protecting the public & enhancing the administration of justice. PUBLIC ABOUT US ATTORNEYS ADMISSIONS ACCESS TO JUSTICE News Forms Careers Staff Log in SAN FRANCISCO (Main Office) 180 Howard St. San Francisco, CA 94105 415-538-2000 LOS ANGELES 845 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 213-765-1000 Copyright © 2021 The State Bar of California FAQ User Policies Contact