What states have reciprocity with Rhode Island?

I'm admitted to the bar in Rhode Island: Where else can I practice?

CO, DC, IL, IN, IA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MT, NE, ND, OH, OR, TN, TX, VT, WA, WI

Source: Rhode Island Judiciary website.

Note: Each state may have additional reciprocity requirements such as those listed for Rhode Island below. Please visit each state’s page for additional information.

What states does Rhode Island have reciprocity with?

I want to practice in Rhode Island: Which state licenses will get me there?

None

Additional bar reciprocity requirements needed to practice in Rhode Island?

ABA Accredited School degree required? No.

Minimum time practicing requirement? Yes, five years.

Military spouse exemption available? Yes.

In-house non-admitted registration required? Yes, if practicing as full-time in-house consel, you must register with the state.

Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) transfer available? Yes, with a minimum score of 270. Scores are valid for two years.


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