Who is considered a KY Newly Admitted Attorney?

Attorneys in Kentucky are considered Newly Admitted if they are within the first 12 months after their date of admission to the KY State Bar.

What are the CLE requirements for Newly Admitted Attorneys in KY?

Newly Admitted Attorneys in Kentucky must complete a New Lawyer Program offered by the Kentucky State Bar. The program is offered each year in January/early February and May/June. More information can be found here: Newly Admitted Requirement.

How can KY Newly Admitted Attorneys complete their CLE Requirements?

Newly Admitted Attorneys can complete their CLE Requirement by registering for attending the free 2 day New Lawyer Program offered by the Kentucky State Bar.

Are there other ways Newly Admitted Attorneys in KY can earn CLE credit?

No, Newly Admitted Attorneys must complete the New Lawyer Program.

What is the deadline for Newly Admitted Attorneys in KY to complete their requirement?

Newly Admitted Attorneys in Kentucky must complete the New Lawyer Program within 12 months following their date of admission.

Can Newly Admitted Attorneys in KY carry over CLE credits from one cycle to another?

If an attorney completes the New Lawyer Program during a reporting cycle in which they are exempt from CLE requirements, the credits will carry over to the next reporting cycle.

What if a Newly Admitted Attorney in KY is already licensed in another state?

Attorneys who have been admitted to practice for 5 or more years in another US jurisdiction prior to their admission to the Kentucky State Bar and are exempt from the mandatory New Lawyer Program. Exempt attorneys must submit this form to the Bar.

How many credits can Kentucky Newly Admitted attorneys complete on Lawline?

Newly admitted attorneys can must complete the Kentucky New Lawyer Program through the Kentucky State Bar. This program is not available through Lawline.

Kentucky Newly Admitted CLE Requirements for Attorneys

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Kentucky Newly Admitted CLE Requirements At A Glance

Required: New Lawyer Program

Deadline: Within 12 months following their date of admission.

Carry Over Credit: Attorneys may carry over 24 credits, 4 of which can be ethics, into the next two reporting periods.

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