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Important Announcement

Due to concerns related to the community impact of COVID-19, The Florida Bar’s office locations remain closed to the public. Certification Specialists are working remotely, provided incoming mail, and continue to monitor and reply to emails. Bar Certification Exams originally scheduled for May 7-8, 2020, have been rescheduled to September 10-11, 2020. Recertification applications have been given an extension. The new deadline for 1st cycle recertification applications is November 30, 2020. The new deadline for 2nd cycle recertification applications is January 31, 2021. If you complete your requirements and application before the new deadline, please do not delay in submitting your application, as this will assist staff and the certification committees.

Board certification recognizes attorneys’ special knowledge, skills and proficiency in various areas of law and professionalism and ethics in practice. Established in 1982 by the Florida Supreme Court, board certification helps consumers identify specialists in various areas of law.

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