Rule 3.10 10: Practice of Law

Judges are not allowed to work as lawyers while they serve as judges. This means they cannot represent clients, give legal advice for pay, or otherwise act as an attorney in regular practice.

There are a few exceptions to this rule. A judge can represent themselves in their own legal matters. A judge can also help out family members by giving them legal advice or helping draft and review documents, as long as they don't get paid for it. However, even with family, the judge cannot stand up in court and act as their lawyer in front of a judge or tribunal.

Judges who serve in the military also get an exception. If their military service requires them to practice law, this rule does not stop them from doing so.