CLE Requirements in Arkansas
Here’s what you need to know about Arkansas’s continuing legal education (CLE) requirements. Whether you’re an experienced Arkansas attorney or newly admitted, BARBRI can help you fulfill your obligations.
Arkansas Attorney CLE Requirements
| Credit Requirement | 12 credits every year |
| Specialty Credits | 11 ethics credit |
| CLE Compliance Deadline | June 30 |
| CLE Reporting Deadline | July 31 |
| Approved BARBRI Formats | On-demand |
| Carryover | 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit |
| CLE Credit Reporting | CLE credits are self-reported |
Arkansas CLE FAQs
What Are My Requirements as a Arkansas-Licensed Attorney?
Arkansas attorneys are required to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics CLE credit each year.
How Can BARBRI Help Me Complete My CLE Requirement?
Arkansas-licensed attorneys can earn continuing legal education credits by exploring BARBRI's on-demand and live CLE courses.
As an Experienced Attorney, When Must I Complete My CLE Requirement?
Arkansas attorneys must complete their CLE requirement by June 30.
Can I Carry Over Credit From My Last Reporting Cycle?
Yes, in Arkansas, up to 12 hours, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over to the following reporting cycle.
As a Newly-Admitted Attorney, When Do I Report CLE Credit?
Newly admitted attorneys are exempt from the CLE requirement in the reporting cycle in which they are admitted.
How Else Can Arkansas Lawyers Earn CLE Credit?
- Attend approved live CLE courses.
- Participate in approved live teleconferences or live computer-interactive courses.
- Author law articles. Attorneys may earn up to twelve credits by authoring articles published by an ABA-accredited law school, state bar journal, ABA official publication, or a published book on legal matters.
- Attend law school courses. Attorneys may earn 12 credits for each academic credit hour, whether formally enrolled or officially auditing a course.
- Teach law school courses. Attorneys who teach part-time may earn 12 credits for each academic credit hour.
- Participate in Advance Sheet Review Groups.
Access BARBRI CLE Webinars + Passes
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Arkansas CLE Compliance and Reporting
When Do I Report the CLE Credits That I Have Earned?
Arkansas CLE credits must be reported by July 31.
How Do I Report the CLE Credits That I Have Earned?
Arkansas attorneys must report their own credits by logging in to their attorney profile.
Resources
Contact Information, Rules, and Regulations
Arkansas Bar Association
2224 Cottondale Lane
Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: 501-375-4606
Arkansas Rules and Regulations
Information may change. Refer to your State Bar Association for updates.