New York has four federal districts, each with unique procedures.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Manhattan and White Plains divisions. One of the busiest federal courts.
Local Rules
Local Rule 1.3 – Pro hac vice applicants must associate with a member of the bar of this court and file a declaration of disciplinary history.
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Brooklyn and Central Islip divisions.
Local Rules
Local Rule 1.3 – Out-of-state attorneys must associate with local counsel and provide certificate of good standing.
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York
Albany, Syracuse, Utica, and Binghamton divisions.
Local Rules
L.R. 83.1(d) – Pro hac vice admission requires sponsorship by a member of the bar of this court.
U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York
Buffalo and Rochester divisions.
Local Rules
Local Rule 83.1(c) – Pro hac vice applicants must associate with a member of the bar of this court.
Local counsel sponsorship, formal motion practice, and fee payment are typically required.
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No criminal sponsors listed yet for New York.
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