Earn a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Take the LSAT or GRE if required by your chosen law school
Apply to and complete a Juris Doctor (J.D.) program at an ABA-accredited or California-accredited law school
Complete the required first-year law students’ exam if attending a non-ABA law school
Register with the California State Bar as a law student
Complete the Moral Character Determination application
Pass the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE)
Pass the California Bar Exam
Satisfy the California Practical Training of Law Students requirement if applicable
Oath and register as an active member of the State Bar of California
Maintain your license through continuing legal education requirements