State Bar of Texas
About Us
About the Bar
The State Bar of Texas is a public corporation and an administrative agency of the judicial department of the Texas government. The phrase “member of the Bar” means a person licensed to practice law in Texas. The State Bar does not purport to speak on behalf of all persons licensed to practice law in Texas.
Your State Bar in Brief
The State Bar of Texas provides many resources for its members, from legal research tools to the Texas Lawyers’ Assistance Program, and myriad benefits and services including special offers and discounts on a variety of programs.
Board of Directors
The State Bar of Texas is governed by a board of directors who volunteer their valuable time and professional experience to our organization. The board receives no monetary compensation and is elected by State Bar members.
Our Mission
The mission of the State Bar of Texas is to support the administration of the legal system, assure all citizens equal access to justice, foster high standards of ethical conduct for lawyers.