Attorneys from out of state who wish to litigate cases in US District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas 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:
Yes. Pro hac vice applicants must designate local counsel as a condition of admission to the Eastern District of Arkansas. Local counsel can also provide valuable insight into matters of local practice that can assist you in representing your client. Choose from available local counsel by choosing Local Counsel on this page.
Complete the Electronic Case Filing Registration Form and mail to the address on the form to gain filing privileges. Then File the Motion for Leave to Appear in the court in which admission is sought.
You will need a Motion for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice and an Electronic Case Filing Registration Form. Download free sample forms by choosing Forms on this page.
Yes. The fee for pro hac vice admission in the Eastern District of Arkansas is $100.