Attorneys from out of state who wish to litigate cases in US Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Indiana must associate with local counsel. We provide required forms and answers to common questions about admission, always at no charge.
The rules for pro hac vice admission in the state, federal, and bankruptcy courts differ. For more information about the federal or bankruptcy district in which you need admission, use the following links:
Maybe. The Bankruptcy Courts of the Northern District of Indiana have adopted the District Court’s local rules as they pertain to pro hac vice admission. Those rules provide that the court may impose a local counsel requirement. Local counsel can provide valuable insights into local practice which can assist you in representing your client. Choose from available local counsel by choosing the Local Counsel tab on this page.
Complete the Motion and mail, along with the fee, to the appropriate address listed on the form. Once admitted, the document will become part of the case record and will serve as the applicant’s notice of appearance.
You will need a Motion for Admission, provided by the court. Download the Motion on the Forms tab on this page.
The fee for pro hac vice admission in the Bankruptcy Courts to the Northern District of Indiana is $93.