New Mexico Newly Admitted CLE Requirements for Attorneys

Attorneys within their first full calendar year of admittance are considered Newly Admitted Attorneys in New Mexico.

Newly Admitted Attorneys must complete the "Bridge the Gap: Transitioning into the Profession" program through the State Bar of New Mexico.

Newly Admitted Attorneys should register for "Bridge the Gap: Transitioning into the Profession" program within the 30 days following their admission. Upon completion of the program, new attorneys will receive the full 12 CLE credits required for that year. Registration can be submitted here.

No, Newly Admitted Attorneys must complete the "Bridge the Gap: Transitioning into the Profession" program unless they qualify for an exemption or request temporary deferment.

Newly Admitted Attorneys can earn up to 12 credits (including 2 Ethics and 1 Equity in Justice) to carry over into their subsequent compliance period.   

Newly Admitted Attorneys in New Mexico must complete the Bridge the Gap program by December 31st of the first full calendar year following their date of admission. 

Newly admitted attorneys must complete the  "Bridge the Gap: Transitioning into the Profession" program through the New Mexico State Bar. This program is not available through Lawline.