how to calculate attorney cle credit for teaching

by Cara Jast 3 min read

What is an accredited provider?

A] An Accredited Provider is a "legal organization" that, among other things, has demonstrated a history of at least three consecutive years of sponsoring, organizing and administering CLE courses that meet New York’s standards.

How long do you have to submit an application for a course?

You should complete the Application for Accreditation of an Individual Course Activity, and submit the application at least 60 days prior to the first occurrence of the program. Please indicate on the application or in your cover letter, the frequency with which you expect to repeat the course.

Where to contact CLE Board?

A] You may find answers in the Program Rules or in the CLE Board Regulations & Guidelines, or you may e-mail your questions or comments to [email protected]. You may also contact us at (212) 428-2105, or toll free from outside of New York City at 1 (877) NYS-4CLE (697-4253).

Do you need a signature for CLE?

A] No. Applications submitted to the CLE Board for accreditation must include an original signature and should be postmarked at least 60 days before the program takes place. Faxed copies of applications or application materials will not be accepted.

What is a credit in ethics?

A] Credit is awarded in "Ethics and Professionalism," "Skills," "Law Practice Management," "Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias," and/or "Areas of Professional Practice." These categories of credit are defined in section 1500.2 of the Program Rules.

How to calculate speaker credit?

A] To calculate speaker credit, first determine the length in CLE credit hours of the speaker's presentation, and then multiply by 3 to determine the credit due the speaker. For example, a 70-minute presentation is equivalent to 1.0 CLE credit hour, so the speaker is due 3.0 credit hours.

Do you have to submit an application for accreditation of an individual course activity?

A] You must submit an Application for Accreditation of an Individual Course Activity, along with a sample of the course in the nontraditional format and a description of your attendance verification procedures.

What is a QLSP?

Providing pro bono legal services through a Qualified Legal Service Provider (QLSP) as defined in Washington Supreme Court Admission and Practice Rule (APR) 1. Here is a list of QLSPs.

How many credits per hour for presentation?

Preparation time for a teacher, presenter, or panelist of an approved activity at the rate of up to five credits per hour of presentation time, provided that the presentation time is at least 30 minutes in duration.

What is a CPA program?

The program must deal with matters directly related to the practice of law, professional responsibility, or ethical obligations of attorneys. For example, a tax attorney taking courses to become a CPA cannot claim that as legal education.

What is a tracking dashboard?

The Tracking Dashboard is the gateway to your tracking page. You will list CLE on your tracking page if you are a regular/active member, a non-resident who is not licensed in the jurisdiction in which you reside or if the jurisdiction in which you reside does not have an MCLE requirement.

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