Divorce law and attorneys
2006-12-20 12:35:05 · 9 answers · asked by Russell H 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Most certainly. Provided they have passed the bar in that state or in some states they allow others to cross over. Some attorneys are able to practice in several states.
2006-12-20 12:48:41 · answer #1 · answered by G-Man 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This may vary from state to state. However I know that an out of state attorney can represent someone in DE courts as long as an attorney licensed in the state "signs off" on them. There may be some requirement to pay an additional fee or post a bond to do so. I'm not exactly sure off the top of my head, but I've got the court rules around somewhere and recall briefly glancing over it.
2006-12-20 13:01:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. But there have to be some requirements met.
The states either have an agreement with the bordering state.
The attorney is a member of the bar in that state.
The attorney applies to the court for permission to represent the client in this specific case. Different states and courts have different rules about this. Think "My Cousin, Vinnie" as an example.
2006-12-20 12:58:56 · answer #3 · answered by Aggie80 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can. Some states, usually ones that border each other, have agreements that allow this. An attorney in MA might be able to practice in New York.
Of course it is possible to pass the bar in more than one state.
2006-12-20 12:48:01 · answer #4 · answered by bartmcqueary 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most states have a statute or rule allowing attorneys from another state to practice "pro hac vice" (for this case only). I have been admitted pro hac vice from Maine to California. Many states require that the attorney seeking admittance pro hac vice associate a lawyer licensed in the state with him/her. Ultimately the law of the state in question should be consulted.
2006-12-20 13:04:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They cannot appear in court unless they either have passed the bar in the other state, or they have co-counsel who is a member of the bar in that state.
2006-12-20 15:01:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so...every state has their own bar exam to pass. You have to be licensed (pass the bar) to practice law in a state.
2006-12-20 12:37:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but only if they're licensed to practice in that state. Many lawyers have multi-state privileges.
2006-12-20 12:52:53 · answer #8 · answered by CxeLady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
2006-12-20 12:43:09 · answer #9 · answered by man_of_mustard 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋