Alaska § 08.08.210 - Who may practice law.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 08.08.210 — Who may practice law., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 08.08.210. Who may practice law.
(a) A person may not engage in the practice of law in the state unless the person is licensed to practice law in the state and is an active member of the Alaska Bar. A member of the bar in good standing in another jurisdiction may appear in the courts of the state under the rules the supreme court may adopt.
(b) The practice of law shall be defined in the Alaska Bar Rules.
(c) This section and AS 08.08.230 do not apply to the practice of law for the legislature by a person employed by or under contract with the legislature until the results are released of the third Alaska Bar examination following that person's employment.
(d) Employees of the Department of Law, the Public Defender Agency, and the office of public advocacy whose activities would constitute the practice of law under this chapter and under Alaska Bar Rules are required to obtain a license to practice law in the state not later than 10 months following the commencement of employment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 08.08.210
What does Alaska Statutes § 08.08.210 cover?
Section 08.08.210 ("Who may practice law.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 08.08.210?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 08.08.210 apply to my situation?
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