Updated: March 4, 2026

Oath Review & Drafting Task Force

We Want Your Input on the Oath of Your License Type

SURVEYS OPEN UNTIL MARCH 16

For Lawyers: Attorney Professional Oath Survey

For LLLTs: Limited License Legal Technician Professional Oath Survey

For LPOs: Limited Practice Officer Professional Oath Survey

For the Public:  Public Input on Attorney Professional Oath Survey

"Your input is invaluable," the Task Force Chairman's invitation to participate in the survey process.

In July 2025, the WSBA Board of Governors approved the establishment of the WSBA Oath Review & Drafting Task Force to evaluate whether WSBA should suggest the Washington Supreme Court amend Washington’s APR 5 oaths for legal professionals and, if so, prepare draft amendments for consideration.

Task Force Charter

Task Force Members

Task Force Chair: Rajeev Majumdar

WSBA Members: Angela Balconi, Hon. Rebecca Glasgow, Courtney Hudak, Monte Mills, Hon. James Smith, and Roger Wynne

Former Board of Governors Members: Hunter Abell and Kyle Sciuchetti

Board of Governors Liaison: Matthew Dresden

Staff Liaisons: Doug Ende and Rachel Agent

Contact: oathtaskforce@wsba.org

For Meeting information: Rachel Agent

Meeting Agendas and Materials

Feb. 23, 2026

Jan. 12, 2026

Dec. 15, 2025

Oct. 31, 2025

Meeting Minutes

Dec. 15, 2025

Oct. 31, 2025

Documents

Summary of the History of Washington State's Oaths

U.S. Oaths of Admission