Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice
What this document covers
The Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice is a legal document that requests permission from the court for an out-of-state attorney to act as counsel in a specific case. This motion is essential for attorneys who are not licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction where the case is filed but wish to represent clients in that jurisdiction temporarily. It differs from other forms by focusing specifically on the qualification and authorization of an attorney from another state to participate in a legal matter in a new location.
When to use this form
This form is used when an attorney who is licensed to practice in one state needs to represent a client in a different state where they are not licensed. Situations may include complex litigation involving multi-state issues, or cases where specialized knowledge from an out-of-state attorney is needed to represent a client effectively.
Intended users of this form
- Out-of-state attorneys seeking to represent clients in a jurisdiction where they are not licensed.
- Clients who require specialized legal representation from attorneys outside their home state.
- Local counsel who need to assist or sponsor out-of-state attorneys appearing in their jurisdiction.
How to complete this form
- Identify and enter the name of the out-of-state attorney and the state they are licensed in.
- Provide the local counsel's name and law firm details.
- Attach the informational affidavit required by the relevant Supreme Court Rule.
- Complete the request for the court to grant leave for the out-of-state attorney to appear.
- Sign and date the motion, ensuring all information is accurate and complete.
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Common mistakes
- Failing to attach the required informational affidavit.
- Not providing complete information about both the out-of-state and local counsel.
- Missing deadlines for filing the motion with the court.
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A person desiring to appear as counsel pro hac vice in a superior court must file with the court a verified application together with proof of service by mail in accordance with Code of Civil Procedure section 1013a of a copy of the application and of the notice of hearing of the application on all parties who have
The United States District Court for the Northern District of California is one of 94 United States district courts. It is headquartered in San Francisco, with courthouses in Oakland, San Jose, and Eureka.
Pro hac vice is a legal term for adding an attorney to a case in a jurisdiction in which he or she is not licensed to practice in such a way that the attorney does not commit unauthorized practice of law.
A person desiring to appear as counsel pro hac vice in a superior court must file with the court a verified application together with proof of service by mail in accordance with Code of Civil Procedure section 1013a of a copy of the application and of the notice of hearing of the application on all parties who have
