Attorneys from out of state who wish to litigate cases in US Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan 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:
Local counsel is not strictly required in the bankruptcy courts for the Western District of Michigan. However, local counsel can provide valuable insights into matters of local practice that can assist you in representing your client. Find available local counsel by choosing the Local Counsel tab on this page.
Pro hac vice attorneys should register for electronic filing privileges on the Western District’s website. Thereafter, electronically file the Motion for Admission and pay the filing fee in the case in which admission is sought.
Pro hac vice admission to the Western District of Michigan Bankruptcy requires a Motion for Admission. Download free sample forms by clicking Forms on this page.
The fee for admission pro hac vice in the Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Michigan is $35.