Mandatory credit hours: 3.00 credit hours per year in mandatory ethics continuing legal education and 9.00 general credit hours per year.
Alaska CLE Requirements
Required Alaska CLE Credits
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All credit hours may be taken as live or technology-delivered programs.
CLEs outside of Alaska: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory jurisdictions.
Alaska CLE Reporting Deadlines
Reporting deadline: February 1
Reporting period: 1 year
Alaska
General Alaska Continuing Legal Education Credit Requirements
How many CLE credits do you need in Alaska, and what types of CLE credit do you need?
Starting January 1, 2025 Alaska attorneys must complete a mandatory 12.00 CLE credits which include 3.00 ethics credits and 9.00 general credits to maintain in good standing with the Alaska Bar Association. If you are inactive for part of the year but are active as of December 31, you must report the required 3.00 ethics CLE credits for that year.
Voluntary credit hours earned in 2024 can be carried over to meet the new 2025 requirement.
When is the Alaska CLE reporting deadline?
Alaska attorneys must complete all 12.00 required credits by December 31. Attorneys must report their credits by February 1 of the following year.
Voluntary credit hours earned in 2024 can be carried over to meet the new 2025 requirement.
How long is the Alaska CLE reporting period, and when does it end?
The reporting period is 1 year and ends on December 31 for all attorneys.
How many Alaska CLE credits can I carry over?
Alaska attorneys may carry over 12.00 CLE credits to the next reporting year. This includes 3.00 ethics credits and 9.00 general credits.
Voluntary credit hours earned in 2024 can be carried over to meet the new 2025 requirement.
How do I report my Alaska CLE credits?
Alaska attorneys are responsible for reporting their own CLEs by submitting their MCLE reporting form through the Alaska Bar Association website.
How can Experienced Alaska Attorneys fulfill the Alaska CLE requirements in compliance with format of delivery regulations?
Experienced attorneys can fulfill their Alaska CLE requirement by completing courses approved and accredited by the Alaska Bar Association CLE Commission. Examples of accepted course formats include:
Live CLE
- CLE classes in Live Traditional classroom
- Live CLE Webinars
Technology-Delivered
- OnDemand CLE Courses
- Audio or Video Tapes
How many Alaska CLE credits can I earn with technology-delivered courses?
There is no limit to the number of CLE credits you can earn with technology-delivered courses.
How many CLE credits can Alaska attorneys earn with NBI courses?
Alaska attorneys can earn all 12.00 mandatory CLE credits with NBI Live webinars, OnDemand courses, or Downloadable courses.
Is in-program attendance verification required to receive Alaska CLE credit?
No. In-program attendance verification is not required.
Additional CLE resources for Alaska attorneys
- State Contact Information
- Address: Alaska Bar Association, 840 K Street, Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99501
- Phone Number: 907-272-7469
- Email Address: info@alaskabar.org
- Website: http://www.alaskabar.org
- Alaska CLE Rules and FAQ
Are you newly admitted to the Alaska Bar Association? Here's what you need to know:
What are the Alaska CLE requirements for newly admitted attorneys?
Newly admitted attorneys in Alaska are exempt from CLE reporting requirements for the duration of the year in which they are admitted to the Alaska Bar Association. For example, those admitted in 2023 would have a reporting cycle from January 1 to December 31, 2024.
Can I carry over credits I completed during my first year of practice in Alaska?
Yes. If you earn and report CLE credits after you are admitted to the Alaska Bar Association and before December 31 of that year, those credits will be applied to your first reporting year.
When does my first reporting period for Alaska end?
Your first reporting period year ends on December 31 of the first full calendar year after your admission to the Alaska Bar Association.
Are there any special credit requirements for new attorneys in Alaska?
No. New attorneys in Alaska do not have any special CLE requirements.
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