TBLS Fees & Application Schedule

TBLS Fees

Current fees are listed below. In all instances, fees are "per specialty area". Examination fees are refundable if you notify the TBLS in writing prior to the exam date. Please note that all fees are under review and subject to change.

Schedule

Key dates for the certification process are listed below. However, both fees and scheduled dates are subject to change, so please visit this site frequently during your application process for the most current information.

Attorney Fee Schedule

 FeesKey Dates
Certification Application$150.00May 3, 2010 Filing Deadline
2010 TBLS Attorney Examination Fee$250.00October 18, 2010
Recertification Fee (every 5th year of Certification)$50.00May 3, 2010 Deadline
Annual Reporting Fees$100.00May 3, 2010 Deadline
Attorney Appeal$50.0015 days after notice
Administrative Reinstatement$100.0030 days after notice
Laptop Fee$25.00 

Paralegal Fee Schedule

 FeesKey Dates
Paralegal Certification Application$50.00May 3 Filing Deadline
Paralegal Exam$100.00October 9, 2010
Recertification Fee (every 5th year of Certification)$15.00March 8 Deadline
Annual Reporting Fee$25.00March 8 Deadline
Administrative Reinstatement$20.0030 days after notice