PRO HAC VICE Meaning and
Definition
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Pro hac vice is a Latin legal term that translates to "for this occasion" or "for this particular instance." It refers to a temporary authorization granted to an out-of-state lawyer who does not have a license to practice law in a certain jurisdiction but is allowed to appear and participate in a particular case within that jurisdiction.
When a lawyer desires to participate as counsel in a court proceeding outside of their licensed jurisdiction, they must typically go through a formal process to seek permission from the court before being allowed to appear. This process usually involves submitting an application, paying a fee, and providing relevant documents that verify their credentials and good standing in their home jurisdiction. Once the application is approved, the lawyer is granted pro hac vice admission, allowing them to appear and represent their client in that particular case only.
The pro hac vice admission is temporary and applies solely to the specified legal matter or proceeding for which it was requested. It does not grant the lawyer a general privilege to practice law in the jurisdiction, nor does it imply any ongoing authority to represent clients in future cases within that jurisdiction.
The purpose behind the pro hac vice rule is to ensure that litigants have access to competent and knowledgeable legal representation, even if it means temporarily allowing lawyers from other jurisdictions to participate in a specific case. It strikes a balance between the need for legal expertise and the requirement to maintain strict licensing standards and regulatory oversight within a particular jurisdiction.
Common Misspellings for PRO HAC VICE
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