Washington
CLE requirements

Learn about CLE requirements in Washington, including hours required, types of courses you’ll need to attend, and more.

Are CLEs required to practice in Washington?
Yes

How many hours are required for Washington?
45 CLE hours are required every 3 years.

What specific types of CLEs are required for Washington?
Ethics (6 with at least 1 hour Equity), Law & Legal (1 hour5)

When does the compliance period end for Washington?
December

When to report CLE completion in Washington?
January

Where can I report or review my CLE hours for Washington?
Review and report CLE hours for Washington here.

Source: Washington CLE rules.

Additional CLE rules to be aware of in Washington

Does Washington allow additional CLE to be carried over to the next reporting period? If so, what amount?
Yes, 15 CLE hours may be carried over.

Is there a pro-bono exception (i.e., can you apply pro bono hours for CLE credit)?
Yes

Do I need to retain my CLE records in Washington? If so, how long?
No, there is no requirement to retain CLE records in Washington.

Are allied professionals required to complete continuing legal education in Washington?
Yes, All LPOs and LLLTs must complete a total of 30 credits every three years. At least 15 credits of this total must be law and legal procedure credits and at least 6 credits of this total must be ethics and professional responsibility credits. Starting in the 2023-2025 reporting period, at least 1 of the 6 Ethics credits must be in Equity, Inclusion, and the Mitigation of both Implicit and Explicit Bias in the Legal Profession and the Practice of Law