Six Ways to Apply For Admission
First Time Bar Exam
For applicants who have never taken the New Mexico Bar exam, recent graduates, or those who cannot apply by using one of these other options.
Re-Examination
For those applicants who did not pass the New Mexico Bar exam and need to retake the exam.
Transfer UBE Score
For applicants who have taken the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) within the last five years and obtained a score of 260 or above.
Reciprocity
For attorneys licensed outside of the state of New Mexico, with at least five (5) years of practice.
Limited License
For attorneys licensed outside of New Mexico working in New Mexico government jobs or with approved legal service agencies. Special admission options for military spouses.
About New Mexico Bar Admissions
The New Mexico Bar has six ways to apply for admissions, including:
Rules Governing Admission
All applicants must read and adhere to the Rules Governing Admission. Admission to the New Mexico Bar is governed by Rules 15-101 to 608 NMRA.