The Fund's Mission

    The Client Protection Fund ("Fund") was established by the Supreme Court of Arizona in 1961. Its purpose is to promote public confidence in the administration of justice, and to preserve the integrity of the legal profession by reimbursing people who have sustained losses caused by the dishonest conduct of lawyers admitted and licensed to practice in Arizona.

    Download the Fund's Claim Form in English.
    Download the Fund's Claim Form in Spanish.
    Download the Fund's Declaration of Trust.

    View the Client Protection Fund 2023 Annual Report here

    FAQs

    What is the Client Protection Fund and how is it funded?
    What are the basic requirements for an eligible claim?
    What information should I include with my claim?
    Who is NOT eligible to receive money from the Fund?
    What types of losses are NOT reimbursable?
    What happens after I file my claim?
    How long will it take to consider my claim?
    What if my attorney is deceased?
    Who administers the Fund?
    May I file charges with any other entities?
    Other contact information that may be helpful

    Important Notice

    The State Bar of Arizona has no legal responsibility for the acts of individual lawyers.  Payments from the Client Protection Fund shall be made in the sole discretion of the Trustees administering the Fund and not as a matter of right.

    The lawyer must meet the above-listed criteria before a claim is eligible for consideration by the Client Protection Fund.

    This page is managed by Karen Oschmann