Legal Specialization:
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Directory of Legal Specialists
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State Bar Journal
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The Specialist Newsletter
Read the most recent edition of The Specialist, the newsletter of the Board of Legal Specialization.
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Lawyer's Handbook
The Lawyer's Handbook is now available for downloading on the State Bar's website.
Profiles in Specialization
Read the latest specialization profile from the State Bar Journal with Elizabeth Edwards, board certified specialist in immigration law
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Latest News
March 9, 2026
Branding is critical to the success of businesses and organizations.
March 9, 2026
Legal Specialization created the Jeri Whitfield Scholarship through NC LEAF to pay the application fees for public interest lawyers who pursue initial certification. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to NC LEAF.
December 11, 2025
Congratulations to these new specialists! These lawyers met all of the requirements to be certified by the Board of Legal Specialization on December 10, 2025.