Cal. R. 9.12

As amended through July 24, 2024

Rule 9.12 - Standard of review for State Bar Court Review Department

In reviewing the decisions, orders, or rulings of a hearing judge under rule 301 of the Rules of Procedure of the State Bar of California or such other rule as may be adopted governing the review of any decisions, orders, or rulings by a hearing judge that fully disposes of an entire proceeding, the Review Department of the State Bar Court must independently review the record and may adopt findings, conclusions, and a decision or recommendation different from those of the hearing judge.

Cal. R. Ct. 9.12

Rule 9.12 amended and renumbered effective 1/1/2007; adopted as rule 951.5 by the Supreme Court effective 2/23/2000.