Attorneys from out of state who wish to litigate cases in US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia 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 a condition of pro hac vice practice in the Eastern District of Virginia. Local counsel can also provide valuable insights into matters of local practice that can assist you in the representation of your client. Find available local counsel by choosing the Local Counsel tab on this page.
Local counsel should electronically file the Application into the case in which admission is sought. The fee is payable online at the time of filing.
Pro hac vice practice requires an Application for Admission. Download free sample forms under the Forms tab on this page.
The fee for pro hac vice admission is $75 in the Eastern District of Virginia.