In the United States, a licensed federal attorney or federal court attorney is an attorney qualified to appear in a Federal court for a particular jurisdiction.
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Eligibility
In most jurisdictions eligibility is limited to those already admitted to a state bar association; some jurisdictions require membership in a particular state bar association. Some jurisdictions require a certain level of experience for eligibility.
Admission requirements
Most jurisdictions require the submission of an application for admission. Some jurisdictions require attendance at a federal court practice seminar prior to admission. Some jurisdictions require passing an examination, obtaining sponsorships, or other documentation. Once approved for admission, applicants must be sworn in.
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