When considering whether an applicant possesses the requisite character and fitness for admission, what does the Board consider to be essential eligibility requirements for the practice of law?
In fulfilling its obligation to determine if an applicant possesses the requisite character and fitness for admission, the Board considers the following to be essential eligibility requirements for the practice of law: (1) having the cognitive capacity to learn, to recall what has been learned, to reason, and to analyze; (2) having the ability to communicate clearly with clients, attorneys, courts, and others; (3) conducting oneself with a high degree of honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness; (4) conducting oneself in accordance with and with respect for the law and the Code of Professional Responsibility; (5) conducting oneself diligently and reliably in fulfilling obligations to clients, attorneys, courts, and others; (6) complying with deadlines and time constraints; (7) avoiding acts that exhibit disregard for the rights or welfare of others; (8) exercising good judgment in conducting one’s professional affairs; and (9) demonstrating honesty and good judgment in financial dealing
