How many CLE hours are required every reporting cycle in Michigan?
Michigan attorneys have no mandatory CLE requirement under current rules. CLE is voluntary in Michigan.
Current CLE Status in Michigan
- No state MCLE rule mandates CLE for all attorneys.
- Attorneys frequently complete CLE voluntarily for professional development or to meet obligations in other states.
- Attorneys engaged in Michigan’s indigent defense system must fulfill 12 hours of CLE annually under MIDC Standard 1.
Key Takeaway: Michigan does not impose a general CLE hour requirement for all attorneys, though specific roles (such as indigent defense) may have targeted requirements.
