North Carolina Attorney CLE Requirements
| Credit Requirement | 24 credits every year 2 years |
| Specialty Credits | 4 ethics credits 1 professional well-being credit 1 technology credit |
| CLE Compliance Deadline | February 28 |
| CLE Reporting Deadline | February 28 |
| Approved BARBRI Formats | On-demand |
| Carryover | 12 general credits |
| CLE Credit Reporting | BARBRI reports CLE credits North Carolina attorneys must submit a statement of compliance |
North Carolina CLE FAQs
North Carolina attorneys must complete 12 credits, including 2 professional responsibility credits every year. One of the general or ethics credits must have a focus on technology. A personal wellness instruction (PWI) course must also be taken every three years.
North Carolina-licensed attorneys can earn continuing legal education credits by exploring BARBRI's on-demand and live CLE courses.
North Carolina attorneys must complete their CLE requirement by February 28.
No, carryover is not allowed.
Newly admitted North Carolina attorneys must complete the 12-hour Professionalism for New Attorneys program. To receive credit for the program, they must also complete a written evaluation provided by the sponsor. The program consists of 12 hours of training in subjects designated by the North Carolina State Bar, including professional responsibility, professionalism, and law-office management.
How Else Can North Carolina Lawyers Earn CLE Credit?
- Attend approved, live CLE courses.
- Teach an approved CLE course.
- Attend courses offered by an ABA-accredited law school.
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North Carolina CLE Compliance and Reporting
When Do I Report the CLE Credits That I Have Earned?
North Carolina attorneys must certify their compliance with the CLE requirement by February 28.
How Do I Report the CLE Credits That I Have Earned?
In January each year, North Carolina attorneys will receive an annual report form showing all CLE credits for the preceding reporting cycle. This form must be signed and returned to the CLE department by February 28.
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Contact Information, Rules, and Regulations
Information may change. Refer to your State Bar Association for updates.