FAQ: Ceremony

Ceremony
Frequently Asked Questions

How do I let the Court know I want to attend a formal admission ceremony?
When will I find out what date I am scheduled to attend the ceremony?
What if I have not received notification of my ceremony?
What if I absolutely cannot attend on the date that I have been scheduled for?
What if I need to invite more than 4 guests?
What if I can not attend the ceremony?
What if my name has changed since I filed my bar application?
Can I have someone present me with my license?
What is the proper attire?
How long does the ceremony last?
Is photographing allowed?
Where is Historic Fanueil Hall where the ceremony takes place?
Is the Hall Handicap accessible?
When can I begin to practice as an Attorney?
When do I get my Bar Registration Number?

1. How do I let the Court know I want to attend a formal admission ceremony?
Submit the green/pink form that you received with your passing results to this office by the indicated deadline. If you did not receive the form, please contact Admissions.

2. When will I find out what date I am scheduled to attend the ceremony?
You will receive notification of your date to appear approximately three weeks prior to the ceremony.

3. What if I have not received notification of my ceremony?
Contact Admissions stating that you did not receive your notification.

4. What if I absolutely cannot attend on the date that I have been scheduled for?
Either fax or email Admissions stating why you would not be able to attend on that day.

5. What if I need to invite more than 4 guests?
Because of the existing fire laws, as well as the limited seating capacity of the Hall, it is extremely difficult to know if there is extra seating. Contact Admissions for more information.

6. What if I can not attend the ceremony?
You must either fax or email Admissionsas soon as possible. Two weeks after the last ceremony, you will be sent the materials for the alternate admission procedure.

7. What if my name has changed since I filed my bar application?
If you have changed your name after filing your bar application, you need to submit an affidavit of name change with supporting documents to the Clerk's office before the ceremony so that your new name is on your license.

8. Can I have someone present me with my license?
Yes. Clerk Maura Doyle will give instructions at the ceremony.

9. What is the proper attire?
The ceremony is a Court Session. You should wear the appropriate attire for a Court Session.

10. How long does the ceremony last?
The ceremony lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours.

11. Is photographing allowed?
Yes

12. Where is Historic Fanueil Hall where the ceremony takes place?
See directions for the ceremony.

13. Is the Hall Handicap accessible?
Yes. There is an elevator located on the ground level at the left side of the building.

14. When can I begin to practice as an Attorney?
You may begin to practice as a Massachusetts Attorney, after you take your Oath and sign the Roll of Attorneys.

15. When do I get my Bar Registration Number?
After you have been admitted, this office will forward your name, address and date of admission to the Board of Bar Overseers. The Board of Bar Overseers will forward the registration materials to you.

You must register within 90 days of your admission. While you await receipt of your Bar Registration number or your bar card, it is advised that you use "pending" in lieu of the number.

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