An attorney is in good standing in this state if the attorney has been admitted to the bar of this state, has registered with the Statewide Grievance Committee in compliance with Section 2-27 (d), has complied with Sections 2-27A and 2-70, and is not under suspension, on inactive status, disbarred, or resigned from the bar.
Section 2-65.Good Standing of Attorney
Current through August 12, 2025 (2026 Practice Book edition) · Last verified July 9, 2026
In one sentenceAn attorney is in good standing in Connecticut only if they're admitted to the bar, registered with the Statewide Grievance Committee, compliant with the registration and client security fund rules, and not under suspension, inactive status, disbarment, or resignation.
Full Text of Section 2-65
Amendment History
(P.B. 1978-1997, Sec. 46C.) (Amended June 22, 2009, to take effect Jan. 1, 2010; amended June 11, 2021, to take effect Jan. 1, 2022.)
Plain-English Summary
This section spells out what it takes to be in good standing as a Connecticut attorney. The attorney must be admitted to the bar, registered with the Statewide Grievance Committee under Section 2-27 (d), and in compliance with Sections 2-27A and 2-70. The attorney also must not currently be under suspension, on inactive status, disbarred, or resigned from the bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be "in good standing" as a Connecticut attorney?
It means the attorney is admitted to the bar, properly registered and compliant with the registration and client security fund requirements, and not currently suspended, inactive, disbarred, or resigned.
Does inactive status affect good standing?
Yes. An attorney on inactive status is not in good standing under this section.
What registration requirements does an attorney need to meet for good standing?
The attorney must register with the Statewide Grievance Committee under Section 2-27 (d) and comply with Sections 2-27A and 2-70.
Can a disbarred attorney be in good standing?
No. Disbarment disqualifies an attorney from good standing under this section.
Source & verification. The section text is reproduced verbatim from the
official Connecticut Practice Book (Conn. Practice Book § 2-65). Prescribed by the Judges of the Superior Court of Connecticut (Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 51-14). The plain-English summary is original and written by us. Last verified July 9, 2026. ·
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