Monthly Archives: November 2015

NJ CLE: 12/31 Deadline for Group 2 Attorneys

For about half of the attorneys in New Jersey it’s almost that time again. That’s right…. it’s almost time to get started completing your biennial NJ CLE requirement! NJ CLE Compliance & Reporting Reporting Cycle: 2 years Compliance Deadline: December 31 Reporting Deadline: December 31 For about half of the attorneys licensed to practice in New Jersey the deadline to complete and…

IL CLE: Do I send my Certificates of Completion to the Illinois MCLE Board?

Attorneys that are members of the Illinois State Bar Association must complete a minimum of thirty (30) IL CLE hours every biennial compliance period.[1] As part of the 30 credit hour IL CLE requirement Illinois attorneys must complete at least six (6) credit hours of Professional Responsibility every two years. Illinois MCLE Compliance Requirements Reporting Cycle: 2 years Credit Hours: 30 Compliance…

CLE Course on Understanding the Psychology of the Jury to Conduct a Successful Voir Dire

Jury selection is one aspect of trial practice that seems to strike fear into the hearts of many attorneys. For many reasons, voir dire is often an anxiety-provoking situation for both the attorney and potential juror. One of the golden rules we all learn in law school is not to ask questions we don’t already know the answer to – especially during…

CA CLE Participatory Credit for Online & Downloadable CLE Courses

The State Bar of California requires all active California attorneys to complete 25 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) every three years in order to fulfill the mandatory CA MCLE requirement. California attorneys are allowed to take courses for two different types of credit – either self-study or participatory credit. However, the CA MCLE rules require California attorneys to complete a minimum…

Washington MCLE: 45 Online Hours Allowed in 2016

Washington attorneys can expect some major changes to their MCLE requirement starting in 2016. The new Washington MCLE Rule that takes effect on January 1, 2016, gives Washington attorneys much more flexibility when completing their mandatory WA MCLE requirement.[1] The main change taking effect in 2016 is that the “live” credit requirement will be eliminated. That means that Washington attorneys will be…

How is CLE Course Completion Reported to the Florida Bar?

Florida attorneys must complete at least thirty (30) FL CLE credit hours every three years. In order to complete and report the FL CLER, Florida attorneys are randomly assigned a 3-year reporting cycle. This 3-year reporting cycle determines when you must complete your required 30 Florida CLE credit hours. All thirty (30) required FL CLE credit hours may be completed by online,…