The CDC no longer accepts faxed or emailed requests for certificates of good standing. Step 2: Complete the Minnesota Bar Application.The application is in a PDF fillable format and must be typed. Bar reciprocity in the United States is a concept that allows attorneys to practice law in a state other than the one in which they're licensed. RESOLVED, that the Minnesota State Bar Association recommends that the per lawyer assessment which supports a Lawyer Assistance Program. Select Certificate of Good Standing from the drop-down box and click Next. 5. Completing a certain amount of continuing legal education (CLE) credits. Submitting to a background check. As long as you are admitted and in good standing somewhere, you can practice in any federal court in the country where you are admitted pro hac vice. To confirm if an attorney is in good standing, call the State Bar Disciplinary Board at 605-224-7554.