As an attorney practicing in Florida, it’s important to ensure you’ve completed all the necessary credits to maintain your license and stay in good standing with the Florida Bar.
We understand that your time is valuable. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate Florida’s CLE requirements smoothly.
What Are My Deadlines and Credit Requirements?
If you’re practicing law in FL, you need to complete 30 CLE credits every 3 years.
- At least 5 in Legal Ethics, Professionalism, Substance Abuse or Mental Health & Wellness
- At least 1 hour in Professionalism (for reporting cycles ending February and March)
- Two-credit hour Florida Legal Professionalism course produced by The Florida Bar and approved by the Supreme Court of Florida
- At least 3 in Technology
Attorneys must complete their CLE requirement prior to the deadline assigned to your by the Florida Bar. If you need assistance determining your deadline, contact [email protected].
What Types of CLE Courses Are Accepted in Florida?
All 30 credits can be from Live Webcasts or On-Demand courses.
How SproutEd Can Help You Stay Compliant
At SproutEd, we simplify your path to meeting Florida’s CLE requirements. With our wide selection of courses across numerous practice areas, you can easily find the content you need to not only stay compliant but also enhance your legal expertise.
Consider our Unlimited CLE Membership or our Florida CLE Membership. Both membership options offer the flexibility to take as many courses as you need throughout the year at a fixed price. This option is especially beneficial for attorneys who want to stay ahead without the stress of tracking individual course costs.
FL CLE FAQs
How do I report my CLE credits?
Attorneys report attendance credits by logging into their Member Portal on the Florida bar website and entering the course IDs they were provided by SproutEd upon completion of their course.
Can I carry over extra CLE credits?
No credits may be carried over into the next reporting period.
What are the consequences of not completing my CLE in time?
You run the risk of being deemed a delinquent member which prohibits you from engaging in the practice of Florida law.
What if I’m New to Practicing in Florida?
Newly admitted attorneys must complete 30 credit hours every 3 years:
- At least 5 in Legal Ethics, Professionalism, Substance Abuse or Mental Illness Awareness
- At least 1 hour in Professionalism (for reporting cycles ending February and March)
- Two-credit hour Florida Legal Professionalism course produced by The Florida Bar and approved by the Supreme Court of Florida
- At least 3 in Technology
Additionally, newly admitted attorneys must complete the Basic Skills Course Requirement (BSCR) which includes:
- Phase I: Completion of a Practice with Professionalism course Sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division of the Florida Bar (YLD), no sooner than 12 months prior to and no later than 12 months after an attorney’s admission to the Florida Bar
- Phase II: Completion of 3 elective, basic, substantive CLE programs sponsored by the YLD within the first compliance period
Members of the bar under age 36 and who have not been admitted to practice law for more than 5 years are members of the YLD and subject to the BSCR. New members who are 36 or older and have been admitted for more than 5 years must complete Phase 1 of the BSCR but may file an exemption request for Phase II.
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