Updated: July 18, 2025

2026 License Renewal

Must be completed online (or checks postmarked) by Feb. 2, 2026.  

Steps to Renew

For all licensed legal professionals:

  • Pay license fee.
  • May join or renew WSBA Sections.

Additional steps for Active licensed legal professionals:

  • Pay Client Protection Fund assessment (only Lawyers and LLLTs).
  • File trust account information.
  • File professional liability insurance or financial responsibility.
  • Certify MCLE compliance in your reporting year.

License Fees

Status: 2026 License Fee + Client Protection Fund assessment

Active Lawyer — Admitted to ANY bar prior to 2024: $468 + $20

Active Lawyer — Admitted to ANY bar in 2024 or 2025: $234 + $20

Active LLLT — Admitted prior to 2024: $229 + $20

Active LLLT — Admitted in 2024 or 2025: $114.50 + $20

Active LPO — Admitted prior to 2024: $200

Active LPO — Admitted in 2024 or 2025: $100

Inactive/Pro Bono Status Lawyer: $200

Inactive/Pro Bono Status LLLT or LPO: $100 

Judicial: $50