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CA Rules of Court
Title 9 - Rules on Law Practice, Attorneys, and JudgesDivision 2 - Attorney Admission and Disciplinary Proceedings and Review of State Bar Proceedings
Chapter 2 - Attorney Admissions
Rule 9.7 - Oath required when admitted to practice law

Cal. R. 9.7

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Rule 9.7 - Oath required when admitted to practice law

In addition to the language required by Business and Professions Code section 6067, the oath to be taken by every person on admission to practice law is to conclude with the following: "As an officer of the court, I will strive to conduct myself at all times with dignity, courtesy and integrity."

Cal. R. Ct. 9.7

Rule 9.7 renumbered effective 1/1/2018; adopted as rule 9.4 effective 5/27/2014.