For those who know me, you know I’ve built my career on service as a consultant, professor, educator, and alternative dispute resolution judge. The next step in that journey is to complete my California Bar Exam requirements and obtain my Professional Fiduciary License, which will allow me to assist families, elders, and vulnerable individuals at a far deeper and more meaningful level.
Both paths come with significant costs: exam fees, licensing fees, application costs, continuing education, travel, and the study time needed to prepare properly. Rather than delay this next chapter, I’m opening this GoFundMe for those who have asked how they can help push these goals across the finish line.
Your support helps fund:
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Bar exam registration & preparation materials
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California fiduciary license application & testing requirements
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Mandatory coursework and continuing education
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Background check, fingerprinting, and administrative filing fees
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The ability to take time away from client workload to study effectively
- Monthly living costs while studying for the next 6 months.
This is an investment in my ability to serve the community with greater authority, training, and legal competence, particularly in estate administration, conservatorships, trust management, mediation, and family-focused problem-solving.
Any support, no matter the amount, brings me closer to that goal. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has encouraged, pushed, and supported me throughout this long road.
Thank you for believing in what I’m working toward, and for helping me reach the credentials that will allow me to give even more back.
Chip
