In a move designed to support military families, the Supreme Court of Georgia has introduced changes to its rules that will result in a new admissions process for military spouses licensed to practice law in another state. The announcement, shared to the public ahead of Veterans Day, was made due to the highly transient nature of military lifestyle that frequently requires relocation, a factor that can create additional hassle and obstacles for the legally trained spouses of service members.
Many states across the US have been revising their rules to accommodate military spouses who are licensed lawyers, often facing challenges in obtaining their licenses when moving under military orders.
For military families with a spouse in law practice, this decision by the Georgia Supreme Court appears to ease the burdensome process of obtaining legal licensing when moving into the state. More information about these changes can be found in the official announcement on
Law360.