Certificate of Standing

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Read all the information below prior to placing your order.

  • Carefully review any instructions or requirements you have received so that you order the correct type of certificate. Visit our website for detailed information on certificate types available.
  • Submitted orders are non-refundable. Review your order carefully before submitting.
  • We are not able to provide copies of certificates by email or fax.
  • Orders are processed on a first come first serve basis and will usually be sent out within 2-3 business days of receipt of your request (regardless of shipping method selected).
  • Receipt of payment is automatically generated to the email address provided during the ordering process.
Summary of certificate types:
  • Standard Certificate of Standing
    Most commonly required. Includes any public discipline.
  • Complaint Check Certificate of Standing
    Includes standard certificate of standing with the addition of any (confidential) complaint information that may have been filed against you (also called a “grievance” or “disciplinary history” letter). Complaint check certificates will automatically be sent to your official address on State Bar records unless you designate as the recipient another state bar or supreme court’s bar examiners/admission office. Complaint check certificates will not be sent to any other address. If your current address of record is not correct log into your My State Bar Profile to update it.
  • Notarized Certificate of Standing
    Notarization is occasionally required by foreign country jurisdictions. It is NOT required by U.S. state bars or supreme courts. Allow extra time for processing.