Jurisdiction information summary for the Georgia bar admission process.
Bar Admission Agency
Supreme Court of Georgia
Office of Bar Admissions
Nathan Deal Judicial Center
330 Capitol Avenue SE, Ste. L200
Atlanta, GA 30334
Phone:(404) 656-3490
Bar Exam Eligibility, Deadlines, and Fees
| ABA-Approved Law School J.D. Required | Yes |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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| Accepts NextGen UBE Score | Yes |
| Minimum NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Date First Acceptance NextGen UBE Score | TBA |
| Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes |
| Accepts Transferred MBE Scores | No |
Character & Fitness Investigations
This jurisdiction does not use NCBE's character and fitness services; please contact Georgia for filing instructions.
MPRE Requirements
| MPRE Required | Yes |
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| MPRE Minimum Passing Score | 75 |
| MPRE Score Time Parameters | Details |
Admission on Motion
| Rules Provide for Admission on Motion | Yes (Details) |
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| Legal Education and Reciprocity Requirements | Details |
| Number of Years of Practice Required | 5 of past 7 |
Bar Exam
| Legacy UBE | No |
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| NextGen UBE | Yes |
| Date First Administration (NextGen UBE) | July 2028 |
| NextGen UBE Minimum Passing Score | TBA |
| NextGen UBE Jurisdiction-Specific Requirement | Yes (Details) |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam | Yes (Details) |
| Jurisdiction-Drafted Exam Minimum Passing Score | 270 (Details) |
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Character & Fitness Investigations
Overview of character and fitness investigations for Georgia bar applicants.
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 the Georgia Office of Bar Admissions for specific application instructions and deadlines.
Application and Documentation
Completing and submitting any required character and fitness materials is only part of the overall bar application process. You must follow all instructions provided by the Supreme Court of Georgia Office of Bar Admissions.
Submit all requested documentation with your application. Incomplete or inaccurate responses may delay review.
Review by the Jurisdiction
The Georgia Office of Bar Admissions will review your application materials and may require you to provide additional information or explanation, or to appear for a personal interview. Determinations regarding eligibility to practice law are made by the jurisdiction.
Bar Admission Agency
Supreme Court of Georgia
Office of Bar Admissions
Nathan Deal Judicial Center
330 Capitol Avenue SE, Ste. L200
Atlanta, GA 30334
Phone: (404) 656-3490
Email: gabaradmissions@gasupreme.us