Jurisdiction information summary for the Florida bar admission process.
Bar Admission Agency
Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Tippin-Moore Building
1891 Eider Ct.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1750
Phone:(850) 487-1292
Fax:(850) 414-6822
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | No (Details) |
|---|---|
| Foreign Law Graduate Eligibility | Yes (Details) |
| Bar Exam Application Filing Deadlines |
Details
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| Bar Exam Application Filing Fees | Details |
Score Portability
| Accepts Legacy UBE Score | No |
|---|---|
| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Minimum NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | No |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | Yes (Details) |
Character & Fitness Investigations
NCBE conducts investigations only for those seeking to be certified as Foreign Legal Consultants (FLC) by The Florida Bar.
Character & Fitness Services for FL
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 80 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | No |
|---|
Bar Exam
| Legacy UBE | No |
|---|---|
| NextGen UBE | Yes |
| Date First Administration (NextGen UBE) | July 2028 |
| NextGen UBE Minimum Passing Score | TBA |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | TBA |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | Yes (Details) |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam Minimum Passing Score | 136 (Details) |
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Character & Fitness Investigations
Overview of NCBE character and fitness investigations for Florida bar applicants.
NCBE conducts investigations only for those seeking to be certified as Foreign Legal Consultants (FLC) by The Florida Bar.
Process Overview
Submission
Requirements, deadlines, and processing times vary among jurisdictions. Application processes are determined solely by the jurisdiction to which you are applying. Contact your jurisdiction for specific application instructions and deadlines.
Application and Fee
Contact The Florida Bar at https://www.floridabar.org/ for specific FLC application instructions and deadlines. Completing and submitting a character and fitness application is only part of the bar application process.
How to Apply
NCBE conducts investigations on Foreign Legal Consultant (FLC) applicants only. Contact The Florida Bar at https://www.floridabar.org/ for specific FLC application instructions and deadlines. All other applicants should contact the Florida Board of Bar Examiners for filing instructions.
FLC applicants can access the application by logging in to their NCBE Account. Submit all requested documentation with the application. Incomplete or inaccurate responses will cause delay.
Processing by NCBE
NCBE may contact the schools, employers, courts, and other sources identified in your application to gather relevant information. A prompt response to any inquiries from NCBE staff is required to prevent delays. The jurisdiction to which you are applying may also contact you and others to gather information. If NCBE conducts an investigation, you may log in to your NCBE Account to view status updates and you should monitor your email, NCBE Account, and text messages in case our investigators need additional information.
Final Review
The jurisdiction will review your application materials and, in some instances, NCBE's investigation report, and may require you to provide additional information or explanation or to appear for a personal interview. NCBE makes no determinations or recommendations regarding who is eligible or ineligible to practice law. Jurisdictions make this determination.
Bar Admission Agency
Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Tippin-Moore Building
1891 Eider Ct.
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1750
Phone:
(850) 487-1292
Fax:
(850) 414-6822