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New Hampshire Bar Reciprocity
New Hampshire offers admission on motion to qualified attorneys from reciprocal jurisdictions who have practiced law for 5 of the past 7 years. Attorneys from Maine and Vermont may qualify under special admission rules after 3 years of practice.
Written & Reviewed By:
Hamid Kohan
Last Updated: September 10, 2026
New Hampshire’s Admission on Motion: Years of Practice and Qualifying Practice
| Requirement | New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Admission on Motion | Yes |
| Practice Requirement | 5 of the past 7 years; 3 years for qualifying Maine and Vermont attorneys |
| Admission on Motion Fee | $2,500 |
| Is the MPRE required? | Yes, minimum score of 79 |
Note: Admission requirements vary by state. Review each state’s page for additional eligibility requirements and conditions.
What Work May Qualify as Practice in New Hampshire?
- Law teaching
- Government agency
- Military
- In-house corporate
- Judicial court of record
I’m Licensed in New Hampshire: Where Can I Apply for Admission on Motion?
Attorneys licensed in New Hampshire may qualify to apply for admission on motion in:
Can Attorneys From Other States Apply for Admission on Motion in New Hampshire?
Yes. New Hampshire currently recognizes these jurisdictions as reciprocal:
Maine and Vermont attorneys are subject to special admission-on-motion rules that generally reduce the practice requirement to 3 years.
Other New Hampshire Admission on Motion Requirements
- Must I have graduated from an ABA-approved law school? No
- Is New Hampshire admission on motion based on reciprocity? Yes
- Are attorneys admitted by diploma privilege eligible? No
- Must I be in good standing? Yes
- Is character and fitness review required? Yes
New Hampshire UBE Score Transfer Requirements
New Hampshire accepts qualifying Legacy UBE and NextGen UBE scores earned in other jurisdictions. This pathway is separate from admission on motion based on years of practice.
| Requirement | New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| UBE Score Transfer | Yes |
| Minimum Legacy UBE Score | 270 |
| Maximum UBE Score Age | 3 years; up to 5 years with qualifying practice |
| NextGen UBE | First accepted for transfer in July 2026; New Hampshire first administers the NextGen UBE in July 2028 |
| Minimum NextGen Score | 620 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer my UBE score to New Hampshire?
Yes. New Hampshire accepts qualifying Legacy UBE scores of at least 270 and NextGen UBE scores of at least 620. Scores are generally transferable for 3 years, with an extension up to 5 years for applicants who meet the qualifying practice requirement.
Can I waive into the New Hampshire Bar?
Yes. Qualified attorneys from reciprocal jurisdictions may seek admission on motion after practicing law for 5 of the past 7 years. Qualifying Maine and Vermont attorneys may use a special pathway with a 3-year practice requirement.
Does New Hampshire require reciprocity for admission on motion?
Yes. New Hampshire’s admission-on-motion pathway requires the applicant’s jurisdiction to provide comparable admission privileges to New Hampshire attorneys.
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