Can you answer any questions about the Bar exam, admission to practice law in Mississippi or reciprocity?

The Mississippi Board of Bar Admissions is responsible for admissions in Mississippi. For more information about admission requirements in Mississippi and other states contact the Mississippi Board of Bar Admissions at P.O. Box 1449, Jackson, MS 39215; by phone: (601) 354-6055; fax: (601) 354-6054 or visit their website at www.mssc.state.ms.us.

Is The Mississippi Bar affiliated with the ABA?

While there is no direct affiliation between the American Bar Association and The Mississippi Bar the ABA does provide a variety of benefits and services for state bar associations.

How do I contact the American Bar Association?

Visit the American Bar Association website here www.abanet.org. The ABA headquarters is 750 N Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60611, Phone: (312) 988-5000.

How can I get in touch with another State Bar Association?

The ABA maintains a listing of all state bar websites which in turn include important information on the various state bar associations. Go here for a list of a list of bar associations websites www.abanet.org.

Does The Mississippi Bar accept credit cards?

Yes, for most purchases The Mississippi Bar will accept VISA and MasterCard. We do not accept American Express. 

Can I subscribe to The Mississippi Lawyer magazine?

Yes. Contact Krissa Dobbins at kdobbins@msbar.org, or mail a check for $23.00 attention to MS Lawyer at The Mississippi Bar, P.O. Box 2168, Jackson, MS 39225. Please be sure to note on the check that it is for a subscription to The Mississippi Lawyer magazine and include your mailing address.

What are the pro bono rules for Mississippi attorneys and how do they apply?

In March of 2005 the Mississippi Supreme Court amended the Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct to require attorneys to report annually their hours of pro bono legal services. (View or download Rule 6.1 Frequently Asked Questions about Pro Bono Reporting here.) Reporting will be part of annual bar dues statements. The period covered in the initial reporting cycle will run from August 1, 2005 through July 31, 2006.  To review the requirements of Rule 6.1, click here.

Can you answer any questions about pro hac Rule 46 of the Mississippi Rules of Appellate Procedure?

Concerning pro hac Rule 46, The Mississippi Bar's role consists of certifying receipt of a $200 fee to the Supreme Court and the attorney applying for pro hac admission. The rule may be found online at the Mississippi Supreme Court's website www.mssc.state.ms.us by clicking on "Rules" at the top of the page and then selecting "Mississippi Appellate Rules of Procedure." Contact the Office of Supreme Court Clerk at 601-359-3694 for more information.

What is the Young Lawyers Division?

The Bar's Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is composed of all lawyers under the age of 37 and any lwayer over the age of 37 during their first three years of practice following admission to the Bar. YLD is governed by its board of directors and is active in many public service endeavors. For more information visit the Young Lawyers Division page.

What does it cost to join the Young Lawyers Division?

Nothing. Membership is automatic for all attorneys under the age of 37 and and any lwayer over the age of 37 during their first three years of practice following admission to the Bar.