The Delaware State Courts will be closed Wednesday, December 25, 2024 for Christmas Day. Justice of the Peace Court 11 (New Castle County) and Court 7 (Kent County) will remain open 24 hours and Justice of the Peace Court 3 (Sussex County) will be open from 6AM – 12AM (no new cases after 11:00PM).

Board of Bar Examiners

of the Supreme Court of Delaware

Board of Bar Examiners

of the Supreme Court of Delaware

Limited Permission to Practice

In-House Counsel

An Attorney admitted to practice in a jurisdiction of the United States, other than Delaware, may apply for a Delaware Certificate of Limited Practice, which will allow the lawyer to practice law as in-house counsel in this State.

Qualifications

In-House Counsel

To be eligible to be permitted to practice in Delaware under Supreme Court Rule 55.1, an applicant must:

Be employed in Delaware as a lawyer working exclusively for a for-profit or a non-profit business, having its principal place of business in Delaware, the business of which is other than the practice of law or the provision of legal services.

Make no court appearances or engage in other activities for which Supreme Court Rules 71 and 72 pro hac vice admission is required except as permitted by Supreme Court Rule 57.

Not provide legal services to the Employer’s officers or employees in their personal capacities.

Rules Governing Admissions

Application Steps and Required Documents

In-House Counsel

To be permitted to practice under Supreme Court Rule 55.1, the applicant must:

Complete the Rule 55.1 Application, including supplying all required documents.

Have Questions?

Visit our comprehensive list of Frequently Asked Questions or email the Board of Bar Examiners at ARMS_BBE@delaware.gov.

Board of Bar Examiners of the Supreme Court of Delaware
The Renaissance Centre
405 North King Street, Suite 500
Wilmington, DE 19801
ARMS_BBE@delaware.gov