As an attorney practicing in Alabama, December 31st marks a crucial date on your calendar. With the Alabama Continuing Legal Education deadline just around the corner, it’s time to ensure you’ve completed all the necessary credits to maintain your license and stay in good standing with the Alabama State Bar.
We understand that your time is valuable. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate Alabama’s CLE requirements smoothly.
What Are My Deadlines and Credit Requirements?
If you’re practicing law in AL, you need to complete 12 CLE credits annually, which includes 1 credit in Ethics. You have until December 31st to complete your CLEs, and until February 15th to report to the Alabama State Bar.
What Types of CLE Courses Are Accepted in Alabama?
Alabama requires attorneys to complete at least 6 credit hours of live programs each year. The remaining 6 credits can be taken from On-Demand courses at your convenience.
How SproutEd Can Help You Stay Compliant
At SproutEd, we simplify your path to meeting Alabama’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 Alabama 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. Plus, SproutEd reports your credits for you so you can focus on what’s most important – learning!
AL CLE FAQs
How do I report my CLE credits?
SproutEd reports all credits for you!
Can I carry over extra CLE credits?
12 credits may be carried over into the next reporting period, including 1 in Ethics.
What are the consequences of not completing my CLE in time?
By early February attorneys who have not full filled their CLE requirements will receive a notice of non-compliance. Attorneys who receive a notice of non-compliance have until February 15 to submit a corrected transcript indicating compliance or submit a deficiency plan and a $100 compliance fee.
What if I’m New to Practicing in Alabama?
Newly Admitted Attorneys are exempt for the remainder of the year in which they were admitted.
By December 31st in the year after they were admitted, attorneys must complete Alabama’s 3-hour Mandatory Professionalism Seminar. Hours earned at this seminar count toward the attorney’s general 12 hour annual CLE requirement. This seminar (Alabama’s Mandatory Professionalism Seminar) will be administered by CLE Alabama on even numbered years and Cumberland School of Law on odd numbered years. Upcoming dates will be posted on the Approved Course List that is found off your member profile page.
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