Colorado Multijurisdictional Practice (MJP)

Colorado addresses multijurisdictional practice through Colorado Rule of Professional Conduct 5.5 and limited-practice authorizations in C.R.C.P. 204–205.6 (including temporary practice under C.R.C.P. 205.1). See the MJP hub for general background.

Out-of-state lawyers generally may not establish a systematic and continuous Colorado practice or hold out as Colorado-admitted except under a limited authorization or full admission. C.R.C.P. 205.1’s temporary-practice safe harbor does not authorize a non-Colorado lawyer who is domiciled in Colorado to practice Colorado law on an ongoing basis.

Temporary practice and related authorizations

Temporary services (for example, work reasonably related to out-of-state matters) may be permitted under Rule 5.5 / C.R.C.P. 205.1 when the lawyer qualifies. Court appearances remain subject to pro hac vice and other forum rules.

House counsel / single-client practice

Continuous single-employer practice is addressed by Single-Client Counsel Certification (C.R.C.P. 204.1). Confirm current rule text with Colorado Legal Regulation before relying on a particular safe harbor.