Rule 15-206 Requirements of licensees.

Once someone is admitted to practice law under these rules, they take on certain ongoing duties to keep their license in good standing.

First, they must join the State Bar of New Mexico and follow the state's Rules of Professional Conduct and disciplinary rules. This means their work as a lawyer can be reviewed, and they can face consequences if they break the rules.

They also have to pay money to keep their license active. This includes State Bar dues and yearly disciplinary fees. On top of that, they must complete continuing legal education, which means taking classes to keep learning about the law after they become licensed.

Finally, the rule makes clear that these are not the only requirements. Lawyers must also meet any other rules that apply to keeping a law license in good standing. In short, getting licensed is just the first step. Lawyers have to keep meeting these requirements year after year to keep practicing law legally.