Is CLE mandatory in New York?

Yes — New York requires 24 hours every two years, with the specialty hours and format rules broken down in the facts card at the top of this page. Verify current details with the official source linked there, since requirements change.

Is on-demand credit really unlimited for experienced attorneys?

New York gives experienced attorneys broad format flexibility across accredited formats — one reason it’s a favorite home state for webinar-based compliance. Newly admitted attorneys face tighter rules.

What counts for the cybersecurity hour?

Accredited programs in the cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection category — offered in both ethics and general flavors. The program page will say which.

On the biennial attorney registration tied to your birthday cycle — the CLE certification rides along with registration.

Do out-of-state programs count?

New York accredits providers and honors approved-jurisdiction pathways for experienced attorneys — check the program’s NY status or the courts’ CLE program rules.

I’m newly admitted — what’s different?

32 hours over your first two years (16/yr) with annual ethics and skills components and stricter format rules for most categories. Plan around live and interactive formats.

New York CLE 2026: 24 Hours + Cybersecurity Credit

New York CLE: 24 Hours Every Two Years — Including the Cyber HourNew York's biennial 24-hour CLE requirement includes ethics, diversity and inclusion, and a cybersecurity hour. The full breakdown for NY attorneys.