California has the largest federal court system in the country, and each district applies its own pro hac vice rules.
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
Separate fee for each case. CM/ECF registration required.
Local Rules
Civil L.R. 11-3 – Pro hac vice applicants must associate local counsel and file a declaration of disciplinary history.
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
Sacramento and Fresno divisions.
Local Rules
Local Rule 180(b) – Application must include certificate of good standing and disclosure of pending disciplinary proceedings.
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Largest federal district court in the nation.
Local Rules
Local Rule 83-2.1.2 – Pro hac vice admission requires sponsorship by an active member of the State Bar of California.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
San Diego division.
Local Rules
Civil Local Rule 83.3 – Applicants must designate local counsel for service of process.
Most California districts require sponsorship by local counsel, a declaration of disciplinary history, a certificate of good standing, and payment of a pro hac vice fee.
No civil sponsors listed yet for California.
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No criminal sponsors listed yet for California.
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