As an attorney practicing in Hawaii, December 31st marks a crucial date on your calendar. With the Hawaii 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 Hawaii State Bar Association.
We understand that your time is valuable. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate Hawaii’s CLE requirements smoothly.
What Are My Deadlines and Credit Requirements?
If you’re practicing law in HI, you need to complete 3 CLE credits per calendar year (although 9 CLE credits are recommended). At least 1 of those credits must be in Ethics every third year.
You have until December 31st to complete and report your CLEs (SproutEd handles the reporting for you).
What Types of CLE Courses Are Accepted in Hawaii?
All 3 credits can be On-Demand or Live Webcast courses.
How SproutEd Can Help You Stay Compliant
At SproutEd, we simplify your path to meeting Hawaii’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 Hawaii 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!
HI CLE FAQs
How do I report my CLE credits?
SproutEd Reports your attendance and credit to the Hawaii State Bar Association within 30 days of course completion.
Attorneys must certify completion of their CLE requirements each year on their annual registration form, including the exact number of Ethics credits earned that year.
Can I carry over extra CLE credits?
3 credits may be carried over into the next reporting period, except Ethics credits.
What are the consequences of not completing my CLE in time?
If the attorney fails to satisfy the CLE requirement, the attorney faces administrative suspension. The attorney may be reinstated upon completion of the required CLE credits and payment of a reinstatement fee, along with any other fees.
What if I’m New to Practicing in Hawaii?
Newly admitted attorneys are exempt from the annual CLE requirement during the year in which they were admitted.
Newly admitted attorneys must complete a Hawaii Professionalism course by December 31st of the first full calendar year after admission. The Hawaii Professionalism course is worth 4.5 CLE credits of which 3 can be carried forward into the following year.
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