Who is considered an Experienced Attorney in Hawaii?

An Experienced Attorney is someone who has been admitted to the bar for at least 1 full calendar year.

What are the CLE requirements for HI Experienced Attorneys?

Experienced Attorneys must complete 3 general credit hours every year. Once every three years, at least 1 ethics credit must be completed as part of the 3 total CLE credit requirement.

How can Experienced Attorneys in Hawaii fulfill their CLE requirements?

Experienced Hawaii Attorneys can fulfill their CLE requirement by attending courses that have been individually approved by the Hawaii State Bar, or courses that are provided by sponsors who have been presumptively accredited by the Hawaii State Bar. Examples of acceptable course formats include: On Demand Video or Audio CLE Live Webcasts/Webinars In-person seminars In-House CLE programs Inns of Court

Are there any other ways Experienced HI Attorney can earn CLE credit?

Yes! Attorneys in Hawaii can earn CLE credit for: Teaching CLE. Attorneys who teach an approved CLE program can earn two credits for preparation plus one hour for instruction for each 50 minutes of time spent teaching. In other words, for teaching a 50-minute course, an attorney can earn three CLE credits. Legal Writing. Attorneys can earn two CLE credits for every 1,500 words written per year that are published in: Bar journals Law reviews Books Other legal publications

What is the deadline for Experienced Attorneys in HI to complete their CLE credits?

Experienced Attorneys must complete their CLE requirements by December 31st every year.

Can Experienced Attorneys in HI carry over any excess credits to the next reporting period?

Yes! Attorneys may carry over up to 3 credits into the next reporting period.

How many credits can HI attorneys complete on Lawline?

Attorneys can complete all 3 credits on Lawline. Our Hawaii course catalog can be found here.

How do HI attorneys report their CLE credits?

In Hawaii, sponsors are responsible for reporting CLE attendance information to the Board within 30 days after the program is completed. We report weekly on Tuesdays. Please ensure that your bar number is filled out and correct in your profile and allow up to 5 business for your credits to be processed by the State Bar. For more information, see our CLE Requirements page.

How do HI Attorneys certify compliance with the State Bar?

Each year on the annual registration form, Hawaii attorneys must certify whether or not they completed their CLE requirements for the previous year, and must also specify the exact number of Ethics credits earned during the year. This can be completed online or via mail.

What is the deadline for Hawaii attorneys to certify compliance with the State Bar?

The attorney annual registration must be completed and submitted by December 31st each year.

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Hawaii CLE Requirements At A Glance

Total Credits: 3 credit hours per year (9 credits recommended)

At least 1 in Ethics (each reporting cycle)

CLE Deadline: December 31st

Carry Over Credit: Attorneys may carry over 3 credits into the next reporting period. Ethics credits cannot be carried over.

Reporting: Deadline is December 31st. Lawline reports credits for Hawaii.

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