Federal Court Practice

Pro Hac Vice AdmissionAll 50 States

Comprehensive guide to pro hac vice admission in every U.S. federal district court. Find requirements, local counsel, and sponsorship opportunities for out-of-state practice.

94 Federal Districts
Civil & Criminal
Local Sponsorship

What is Pro Hac Vice?

Latin for "for this occasion" — allows an out-of-state attorney to practice in a jurisdiction where they are not admitted.

Local Counsel Required

Most federal courts require association with local counsel admitted in the district to sponsor your admission.

Find a Sponsor

Browse our directory of attorneys offering pro hac vice local sponsorship for civil and criminal matters.

Explore by State

Click any state to view Pro Hac Vice requirements, district details, and find local sponsors

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Are You a Local Attorney?

Claim your state for pro hac vice local sponsorship — civil or criminal. Get listed as a sponsor attorney and connect with out-of-state lawyers who need local counsel.

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Select any state above to view details and claim your sponsorship listing.