Attorneys from out of state who wish to litigate cases in US District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania 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. Local counsel is required as a condition of admission to the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Local counsel can also provide valuable insights into matters of local practice that can assist you in representing your client. Find available local counsel by choosing Local Counsel on this page.
Register for an electronic filing password on the District’s website. File the Petition electronically into the case in which admission is sought. The filing event is listed in “Other.” The fee can be paid at the time of filing.
Pro hac vice admission in the Middle District of Pennsylvania requires a Petition for Special Admission. Download free sample forms using the Forms tab on this page.
The fee for pro hac vice admission in the Middle District of Pennsylvania is $50.