Before a lawyer licensed in another state may represent someone in court in Florida or appear in an arbitration proceeding in Florida, the lawyer must file a Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice (for court) or a Verified Statement (for arbitration proceedings). What follows are answers to commonly asked questions:

Q – Is there a form Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice that must be used?

A – Yes. Rule 2.510 of the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration requires that the form motion which is part of the rule be filed.