What are the AK CLE requirements for attorneys?

Alaska attorneys must complete 3 Ethics credits every year. An additional 9 General credits are recommended. New! Beginning January 1, 2025, Alaska attorneys are now required to complete 12 mandatory CLE hours.

How can attorneys in AK fulfill their CLE requirements?

Attorneys can fulfill their AK CLE Requirements by attending approved CLE classes. Courses may be completed through a number of formats, including: Technology-delivered On Demand Videos CLE Audio courses Webcasts Webinars CLE Video Conferences Live programs In-person classroom attendance at an in-house seminar Attending an approved Local Bar Association program Attending an approved Judicial Education class

Are there other ways attorneys in AK can earn CLE credit?

Yes! Attorneys can receive credit for: Speaking or teaching an accredited program. Attorneys earn 2 CLE credits for each 60 minutes spent teaching. Acting as a legal mentor. Attorneys can earn credit for participating as a mentor in a relationship with another member of the Alaska Bar Association for the purpose of training that other member in providing effective pro bono legal services. Participating as a legal committee association member. Attorneys earn credit by participating as a member of the Alaska Bar Association Law Examiners Committee, the Alaska Bar Association Ethics Committee, the Alaska Rules of Professional Conduct Committee, or any standing rules committees appointed by the Alaska Bar Association or the Alaska Supreme Court. Publishing legal articles. Attorneys can receive credit for publication or articles in law reviews or specialized professional journals. Participating in public service broadcasts on legal topics. Participating as a faculty member in Youth Court. Attending approved continuing judicial education courses.

What is the deadline for attorneys in AK to complete their CLE credits?

Attorneys must complete their CLE requirement by December 31st every year.

Can attorneys in AK carry over CLE credits from one cycle to another?

Yes! Attorneys can carry over up to twelve (12) CLE credits into their next annual reporting cycle.

How do AK attorneys report their CLE credits?

Attorneys can report their credits online through their Alaska Bar Association Membership Portal. Attorneys must maintain records of approved CLE hours for the two most recent reporting periods, and these records shall be subject to audit by the Association on request.

What is the deadline for AK attorneys to report their CLE credits?

Alaska attorneys must report their CLE credits by February 1st each year.

Alaska CLE Requirements for Attorneys

Q: How many credits can AK attorneys complete on Lawline?

AK attorneys can complete all 12 credits on Lawline. New! Beginning January 1, 2025, Alaska attorneys are asking now required to complete 12 mandatory CLE hours.

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Alaska CLE Requirements at a Glance

Total Credits: 3 credit hours per year in Ethics. Alaska recommends taking 9 General credit hours.

Ethics: 3 hours (mandatory)
General: 9 hours (recommended)

New! Beginning January 1, 2025, Alaska attorneys are now required to complete 12 mandatory CLE hours.

CLE Deadline: December 31st

Carry Over Credit: Attorneys may carry over 12 credits into the next reporting period.

Reporting: Deadline is February 1st. AK attorneys can report their credits online through their member portal.

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