N.M. R. Fgn. L. Consult. 26-104

As amended through August 23, 2024

Rule 26-104 - Rights and obligations

A. A foreign legal consultant registered under these rules shall not be a member of the bar of the State of New Mexico, but shall be considered an affiliate of such bar subject to the same conditions and requirements as apply to a member of such bar insofar as such conditions and requirements are consistent with the provisions of these rules, and not including mandatory continuing legal education requirements, and shall:

(1) enjoy and be subject to all rights and obligations in regard to attorney-client privilege and work product privilege in the same manner and to the same extent as members of the bar of the State of New Mexico; and

(2) be equivalent to an attorney licensed to practice in another state or territory, for purposes of rules relating to nonadmitted or nonresident counsel.

B. Certified foreign legal consultants shall be subject to the Rules of Professional Conduct applicable to all members of the State Bar of New Mexico.

C. Certified foreign legal consultants shall immediately notify the clerk of the Supreme Court of any:

(1) change of home address or business address;

(2) change of agent for service of process; and

(3) claim or action filed against the consultant arising out of or based upon any legal services rendered or offered to be rendered by the applicant within or to residents of the State of New Mexico.

N.M. R. Fgn. L. Consult. 26-104

Adopted, effective 1/1/1995.