TULARE COUNTY, CA — A California lawyer made history by surpassing her older brother as the youngest person to pass the state bar exam.

Sophia Park, 17, broke the record set by her older brother, Peter, last year.

Peter was 17 years and 11 months when he passed the exam, while Sophia was 17 years and 8 months.

“Sophia’s incredible accomplishments speak for themselves, and we couldn’t be prouder as an office family,” said Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward. “The success we have experienced with our law students, our interns and our lawyers who have achieved their professional dreams is truly remarkable. The dividends for our office have been immense and we are thrilled to be part of Sophia and Peter’s continued success. »

Sophia, just like her brother, began studying law at the age of 13 in 2020 while attending Oxford Academy in Cypress, California.

She graduated from high school in early 2022, then graduated from Northwestern California University law school this year.

Sophia is expected to be sworn in as a licensed attorney in March 2025 after turning 18. She plans to join the Tulare County District Attorney’s Office alongside her brother.