There are two methods by which you can be licensed to practice law in Oklahoma.
If you are interested in practicing law in the Sooner State, there are two methods of admission into the Oklahoma Bar. Oklahoma's admissions process is relatively simple compared to many other states and is one of the easiest jurisdictions in which to seek admission.
Instructions
For Recent Law School Graduates
1. Graduate from a law school that is accredited by the American Bar Association.
2. Register for the Oklahoma Bar examination at least six months prior to the date of the examination. Registration includes paying a fee. Exam fees are based on your status -- registered or non-registered law student, attorney or repeat applicant. Fees range from $300 to $1,000.
3. Study for the Oklahoma Bar examination. The test consists of a multistate test and a test focusing on Oklahoma-specific laws.
4. Take and pass the Oklahoma Bar examination, which is administered twice a year in February and July.
5. Take the Oath of Attorney and sign the Roll of Attorneys in Oklahoma during the admission ceremony, which is an official session of the Oklahoma Supreme Court, once you have passed the Oklahoma Bar examination.
6. Remain in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar by paying annual dues and meeting the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirements.
For Attorneys Licensed in Other Jurisdictions
7. Make a motion for admission if you are licensed in a jurisdiction that has reciprocity with Oklahoma. Those jurisdictions are: Alabama, Arizona, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming. (Ref. 2, Admission on Motion Questions). You must allow a minimum of four months to process your application for admission on motion. (Ref. 1, Applications)
8. Review your credentials to make sure that you meet the requirements for admission by motion. Oklahoma requires applicants to be in good standing on active status in the jurisdiction in which you are licensed. You must also be engaged in the actual and continuous practice of law for at least five of the last seven years.
9. Pay the $1,500 fee for being admitted on motion with the Oklahoma Bar.
10. Take the MPRE if it was not required in your jurisdiction in order to be licensed. If you have already taken it and passed, then you will not need to retake it.
11. Remain in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar by paying annual dues and meeting the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirements.
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