As an attorney practicing in Tennessee, December 31st marks a crucial date on your calendar. With the Tennessee 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 Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education.

We understand that your time is valuable. That’s why we’re here to help you navigate Tennessee’s CLE requirements smoothly.

What Are My Deadlines and Credit Requirements?

If you’re practicing law in TN, you need to complete 15 CLE credits per calendar year. At least 1 of those credits must be in Ethics.

You have until December 31st to complete your CLEs, and until March 31st to report them (SproutEd handles the reporting for you).

What Types of CLE Courses Are Accepted in Tennessee?

All 15 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 Tennessee’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 Tennessee 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!

TN CLE FAQs

How do I report my CLE credits?
SproutEd reports your attendance and credit to the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education within 30 days of course completion.

By February 28th the Commission sends all attorneys an Annual Report Statement showing their compliance transcript from the previous period. Attorneys must complete and return the statement by March 31st.

Can I carry over extra CLE credits?
15 credits may be carried over into the next reporting period.

What are the consequences of not completing my CLE in time?
The Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education will send all attorneys who fail to meet their CLE obligations a notice requiring the attorney to cure the noncompliance. The commission will also charge noncompliant attorneys a $100 fee. Attorneys who fail to come into compliance by May 31 will have their names added to a suspension order. The suspension order will be sent to the state supreme court, as well as to each individual attorney. By August 10, each attorney listed in the suspension order is required to file an affidavit of compliance showing either compliance with MCLE requirements or a valid reason for exemption. If the attorney does not satisfy his or her CLE obligation or obtain an exemption, the state supreme court will suspend the attorney’s law license.

What if I’m New to Practicing in Tennessee?