Rhode Island Multijurisdictional Practice (MJP)

Rhode Island Rules of Professional Conduct and Rule 8.5 address unauthorized and multijurisdictional practice. See the MJP hub for general background.

Rhode Island Rule 5.5 generally tracks ABA Model Rule 5.5. In-house counsel with a Rhode Island office must register under Article II, Rule 9(b).

Temporary practice

Temporary services under Rule 5.5(c) may be permitted when requirements are met. Court appearances remain subject to pro hac vice.