Rules & regulations
The rules below are promulgated by the and govern the admission of attorneys to the practice of law. All applicants are bound by the rules in force at the time of filing.
Admission rules
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Rule 702
Admission requirements
Sets the eligibility criteria for admission: accredited legal education, good moral character, completion of the MPRE, and successful performance on the Uniform Bar Examination or a qualifying alternative.
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Rule 703
The examination
Governs the administration, format, and scoring of the Uniform Bar Examination. Includes provisions for examinee conduct, retake limits, and the release of scores to examinees and third parties.
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Rule 704
Character & fitness
Prescribes disclosure categories, investigative procedures, and hearings for applicants whose record raises character or fitness concerns. Establishes the right to counsel and appeal.
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Rule 705
UBE score transfer
Allows attorneys who earned a qualifying UBE score in another jurisdiction within the past five years to seek admission without re-examination, subject to C&F review and applicable fees.
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Rule 706
Pro hac vice & limited practice
Permits out-of-state attorneys to appear in a particular matter before state courts upon application and local counsel sponsorship. Limits the number of appearances per attorney per year.
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Fee schedule summary
| Application type | Fee | Deadline | Rule |
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| First-time UBE applicant Regular filing window | $850 | May 15 (Jul exam) | 702(a) |
| Transfer of UBE score Within 5-year portability window | $1,250 | Rolling | 705(b) |
| Admission on motion ≥5 years active practice elsewhere | $1,900 | Rolling | 702(g) |
| Pro hac vice appearance Per matter | $375 | Pre-appearance | 706(a) |
| Law student registration 2L/3L C&F pre-registration | $150 | Dec 1 / Jun 1 | 704(i) |
| Fee waiver application Financial hardship | No fee | 60 days prior | 702(h) |
All fees are nonrefundable. Late filings after the published deadline incur a $250 surcharge per Rule 702(c).
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Staff interpretations of the rules are informal and advisory; formal interpretations are issued only by the Court.