Indiana Bar Reciprocity
Admission and Discipline Rule 6 governs Indiana admission based on practice (historically labeled “reciprocity”). Effective August 1, 2026, reciprocity language was removed. Attorneys from any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia may apply if they meet Rule 6, including active practice for three of the five years immediately preceding the application (typically at least 1,000 hours per year in qualifying practice). See the Office of Admissions and Continuing Education Admission on Reciprocity page.
Admission on Motion (Criteria-Based)
Indiana no longer limits this path to a reciprocal-jurisdiction list. The map below reflects that attorneys from all other U.S. jurisdictions may seek Rule 6 admission if they satisfy the criteria.
| Attorneys from these jurisdictions may seek Indiana admission under Rule 6 if they meet the practice criteria |
Additional Requirements
Indiana Rule 6 requirements include:
Law Degree. A J.D. from an ABA-approved law school (confirm current Rule 6 text).
Practice of Law. Active practice for three of the five years immediately preceding the application, subject to Board hour/practice definitions.
Failed Exam / UBE Lookback. Failed the Indiana bar examination, or earned a UBE score below Indiana’s minimum (commonly cited as 264) in Indiana or elsewhere, within five years → ineligible (confirm current Rule 6).
MPRE. Not required for the standard Rule 6 practice path (military-spouse waiver paths may require the MPRE — confirm ACE materials).
Indiana Law Course. Complete the Indiana Law Course within six months of admission (failure can risk suspension).
Indiana Application Procedure
Apply through the Indiana Courts ACE Admission on Reciprocity portal. Expect a character interview with a Board member. See that page for current fees and forms.