Is CLE mandatory in Virginia?

Yes — Virginia requires 12 hours a year (by October 31), 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.

How many CLE hours do I need in Virginia?

12 hrs / year, with ethics / professionalism: 2 hours. Details and current rules at vsb.org (Virginia State Bar MCLE).

Can I get free CLE credit in Virginia?

A meaningful share, yes — free accredited programming from Justia Connect, the platform CLE calendars, and bar programs covers general hours easily; specialty categories take more deliberate hunting. Always confirm Virginia accreditation per course.

When is the Virginia CLE deadline?

Complete hours by October 31; certify by December 15. Virginia is the only large state with a fall deadline — calendar it separately from your other licenses.

Do technology and practice-management courses count for CLE in Virginia?

Yes — Virginia approves technology and practice-management programming toward general hours (Virginia also pioneered lawyer tech-competence expectations). Keep the 4-hour live-interactive minimum in mind when choosing format.

Virginia CLE 2026: Requirements + Free Webinar Sources

Virginia CLE: 12 Hours, Decoded — and Where to Earn Them FreeVirginia's CLE requirement, decoded: 12 hrs / yr, 2 hours ethics / professionalism, deadline Oct 31 annually — plus where VA lawyers earn credit free.