Vermont CLE Requirements

I am required to complete 24 credit hours every two years. This includes specific ethics, attorney wellness, and diversity and inclusion credit requirements.

Yes, I can earn up to 12 credit hours through "Non-Moderated Programming with Interactivity as a Key Component." These can include online courses that meet the Vermont State Bar's interactivity requirements.

The compliance deadline to complete my CLE credits in Vermont is June 30th every two years.

I must report my CLE credits by July 1st, following the end of my reporting period. This gives me a brief window after the compliance deadline to organize and submit my credits.

The Vermont attorney CLE requirements specify that I need at least 2 credits in ethics, 1 credit in attorney wellness, and 1 credit in diversity and inclusion for 24 credits.

If I don't meet the CLE requirements by June 30th, I must file a makeup plan detailing how I intend to complete the requirements or request an extension from the Board for good cause.

Yes, the Vermont Bar requires additional credit types beyond general and ethics credits. Attorneys must complete at least one credit hour in diversity and inclusion every reporting period, alongside two ethics credits.

Yes, within my first year of admission, I must complete 15 hours of specially approved continuing legal education on Vermont practice and procedure, with at least 6 hours earned through attendance at live courses.

The Board notifies me before June 1st of the reporting year that I must certify completion of my CLE requirements by June 30th. I must then file my certification online through the Vermont State Bar's portal.

I can find courses that meet the Vermont CLE requirements through the Vermont State Bar Association's website, which lists approved courses, including those that satisfy specific credit requirements like ethics and diversity.

If you notice discrepancies in your CLE credit record, you should promptly contact your state bar's CLE department. Provide them with specific details of the discrepancy and any proof you have of completing the CLE activities (such as certificates of attendance or receipts). It's essential to keep thorough records of all CLE activities in case of discrepancies or audits. Your state bar will guide you through correcting any errors in your record.

The best way is to regularly check the official website of your state bar and ensure that your contact information is up-to-date to receive all notifications. Many state bars offer reminders via email or newsletters about upcoming CLE deadlines and requirements.