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Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program

Are you passionate about making a difference in underserved communities and looking for a unique path to becoming a licensed attorney in Arizona? The Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP) might be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Designed to address the shortage of lawyers in rural Arizona and in public law firms, the ALAP offers a first of its kind alternative to the traditional route to practice law in Arizona.

To be certified eligible for an ALAP license, applicants must: 

• Graduate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Achieve a score of 260-269 on the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) administered after July 1, 2023.
• Meet all other requirements for admission to practice law in Arizona, including a thorough background check.
• Secure qualifying employment and commit to practice under the supervision of a qualified Arizona attorney in rural Arizona or in a public law practice, for a minimum of two years.

As an ALAP licensee, you will not only gain invaluable hands-on experience, but you will also play a crucial role in enhancing access to justice in areas where it is needed most. If you are eager to build a meaningful career while helping to bridge the gap in legal services, this program is your chance to make a real impact and become part of a solution to Arizona's "legal deserts." For more information as to why the Court created the program, you can read the Court’s news release here: ALAP News Release

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should ensure they meet all the eligibility requirements before applying. For further information about the ALAP and its eligibility requirements, you can review the Frequently Asked Questions below, or review the Court's Administrative Order implementing the program here: AO 2024-148.

View step-by-step instructions on applying for an ALAP license.

You can download, print, and complete the ALAP application. If you already have an attorney admissions account in Arizona, once you complete your ALAP application, you can upload it to your account AND email your completed application to [email protected]. If you do not have an attorney admissions account in Arizona, you will be able to establish one when you complete and submit your Character and Fitness application, a required step to apply for an ALAP license. To complete a Character and Fitness application and for general information, checklists, fees, and other forms, please visit AZ Supreme Court Attorney Admissions - Applications & Information (azbaradmissions.org).

Finally, if you have already secured qualifying employment and have a qualifying supervising attorney, have your supervising attorney complete and sign the ALAP Supervising Attorney Affidavit. Once completed and signed, you will need to upload the affidavit to your account AND email the affidavit to [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions Have questions? Find answers to the questions we get asked the most about the Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program.   LEARN MORE

Contact Us   If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program at:   [email protected] (602) 452-3378 TTY/TTD: (602) 452-3545 Arizona Supreme Court Administrative Office of the Courts 1501 W. Washington St. Suite 104 Phoenix, AZ 85007-3222