Updated March 1, 2026

Note: Each state places a date by which a particular CLE must be watched to qualify for credit. This date can be viewed once you select your jurisdiction on the CLE’s website.

ABA

Upcoming:

Speech and the Rule of Law: Grappling with Silenced Institutions – “Rule of Law” requires robust civics understanding and engagement from a broad, diverse range of social and political actors. However, civics engagement amongst lawyers is being regularly undercut - lawyers are losing opportunities to discuss the most important problems of our nation, and they are losing jobs and livelihoods when they take a rare opportunity to seize the moment. This program explores the impacts of speech restraints on the profession and explores one clear route forward: providing 'just cause' protections for attorney employment. Monday, March 2, 2026, 1:00PM EST. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60- minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Liberties in Balance: Revisiting Korematsu v. United States -- In 1942 President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 authorizing the Secretary of War and armed forces to remove people of Japanese ancestry from designated military areas and surrounding communities in the U.S. Fred Korematsu did not comply. The case reached the Supreme Court, which ruled Korematsu violated the Order. This CLE discusses the case and the importance of constitutional protections. Monday, March 9, 2026, 1:00 PM EST. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

On Demand:

Democracy and the Rule of Law: A Judicial Perspective -- Join Michael P. Donnelly, a former Ohio Supreme Court Justice, for an engaging webinar inspired by his 2025 Law Day essay “In Defense of the Rule of Law.” Through compelling observations and real-world anecdotes, this program underscores why adherence to the rule of law is essential for a democratic society that values both public safety and individual freedoms. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.20 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Educating the Public About the Rule of Law: Practical Guidance for Litigators -- This program oZers an ethical framework with practical guidance for maintaining professional responsibility standards when educating the public about courts and the rule of law. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.50 Ethics and Professional Responsibility CLE credit hours in 60-minute states, and 1.80 Ethics and Professional Responsibility CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Three Lenses on the Rule of Law: Courts, Litigation & Constitutional Change -- In a moment of rapid legal and institutional change, the rule of law—and the guardrails meant to protect it—are facing unprecedented pressure. This timely program brings together leading voices from the judiciary, legal academia, and civil rights advocacy for a candid conversation about the shifting landscape and what it means for practitioners nationwide. This program is designed for litigators, judges, and advocates across practice areas. This session oZers practical insights for navigating these developments in day-to-day work. Recorded on December 15, 2025. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.25 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

The History of Courts: Guardians of Justice in a Changing Nation -- American courts have long shaped the nation’s legal and constitutional identity, often standing at the center of its most defining moments and continually refining its founding ideals. From the establishment of the Supreme Court in the early republic to the dynamic and sometimes divisive decisions of today, this session will trace how courts have responded to the nation’s most pressing legal and social questions. Free to members, charges for non- members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Erosion of the Rule of Law: Cautionary Tales from Around the World -- The erosion of the rule of law is not unique to the United States. According to the World Justice Project, a majority of people live in countries where the rule of law is in decline. Over the past two decades, populist leaders across the globe have systematically weakened legal systems to undermine democratic institutions and consolidate power. This presentation explores how the erosion happens—and what can be done to resist it. Recorded on August 4, 2025. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

When Pizzas Deliver a Threat of Intimidation: The Urgency of Defending Our Judiciary Against Attack - Join our sterling panel of judges for a discussion on how we can defend the impartial, independent judiciary that is democracy's bedrock. Recorded on July 1, 2025. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Judicial Authority: What's Next? A Critical Discussion on Protecting the Federal Judiciary -- Judicial review is fundamental to maintaining the rule of law and the separation of powers established by the U.S. Constitution. This webinar will focus on current challenges to the judiciary in the form of defiance, threats, and intimidation. Distinguished legal experts will discuss unlawful interference with the judiciary, enforcement mechanisms for judicial orders and practical ways lawyers can uphold the rule of law and our legal system. Recorded on March 25, 2025. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Learning From the Past to Protect the Future: Underscoring the Importance of the Rule of Law in the USA -- This program emphasizes the importance of protecting legal systems, the legal profession, and how situations in various parts of the world are important to learn from so that history does not repeat itself in the American context and protects the rule of law so that, in turn, human rights are also protected. Recorded on May 27, 2025. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.25 CLE credit hours in 60- minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Prosecutorial Independence and the Rule of Law -- In this panel, former Department of Justice leaders and veteran prosecutors will explore recent challenges to prosecutorial independence and the rule of law at the federal level. Recorded on October 21, 2024. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

American Democracy and the Rule of Law -- The ABA Task Force for American Democracy and Troutman Pepper are thrilled to co-sponsor a 3-part CLE series that will explore a lawyer's unique role in supporting fundamental elements of American democracy. Esteemed panelists will discuss (1) the rule of law; (2) civil discourse; and (3) election integrity. This first session will educate lawyers on the concept of the rule of law, how it serves as the foundation of our democracy, and how lawyers have a unique opportunity and obligation to support and defend it. Recorded on July 25, 2024. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Disagreeing Better -- The ABA Task Force for American Democracy and Troutman Pepper are thrilled to co-sponsor a 3-part CLE series that will explore a lawyer's unique role in supporting fundamental elements of American democracy. Esteemed panelists will discuss (1) the rule of law; (2) civil discourse; and (3) election integrity. This will be the second session in the series. Panelists will be Judge Thomas GriZith (ret.), Professor Amanda Tyler, and Rachel Brand, General Counsel for Walmart. The panel will be moderated by Jennifer Sherman. This session will focus on Disagreeing Better: How lawyers can and why we should lead the way in eliminating contempt from public discourse. This session will give an overview of how polarization has aZected democracy and thus impacted public discourse. Attorneys will leave with tools to "disagree better" while upholding pillars of democracy. Recorded on August 6, 2024. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Preserving Due Process and the Rule of Law: An Article I Courts -- This program will describe the history of administrative courts, concerns about judicial independence, and the crisis at the immigration court identifying some of its causes. It will also discuss how the creation of independent courts under Article I of the Constitution would restore fairness and the rule of law. Recorded on April 17, 2024. Free to members. Free to members; charges for non-members. 1.50 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Standing for the Rule of Law: A Critical Time for Businesses & Business Lawyers -- The Rule of Law is the foundation for success for businesses and their lawyers, but business lawyers are not always conscious of the elements of the Rule of Law, nor why it is critical that they support and promote the Rule of Law. Topics covered will include a definition of the term "Rule of Law" that can serve as a useful guide in your daily activities; the state of the Rule of Law in the United States; important day-to-day implications of the state of the Rule of Law for business lawyers and their clients; and some key takeaways and practical suggestions in terms of how business lawyers can help strengthen the Rule of Law. Recorded on April 4, 2023. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.50 CLE credit hours in 60-minute states. Credit available in all 50 states. Click here for more details.

Stepping Up, Lawyers defending Democracy -- Democracy is not a partisan issue. Whether you are a Democrat, a Republican, or an Independent this program is for you. Our democracy is in peril and right now it requires all of us to step up to ensure our democracy today and for generations to come. Join us to learn the many ways available to lawyers to defend democracy. Our discussion will start with a presentation on threats to democracy and election oZicials by David Becker, Executive Director and Founder of the Center for Election Innovation & Research, and a member of the ABA's Task Force for American Democracy. A discussion of the myriad of opportunities for lawyers to defend democracy will follow, including: opportunities to provide pro bono assistance to election workers who have been the victim of threats, harassment, and other egregious actions; engage and educate their local communities about how the election process really works; serve as poll workers; and general civic engagement and public service opportunities. Free to members, charges for non-members. 1.00 hours of credit in AL, AK, AR, CA, CO, CT, GA, ID and IL. Click here for more details.

Washington State Bar Association

Rule of Law and Constitutional Crises for Lawyer Ambassadors -- This CLE focuses on the Rule of Law in our constitutional democracy, threats to an independent judiciary and legal profession, and how to best communicate to the public about these important topics. The CLE is meant to fit in with the WSBA’s “Rule of Law Ambassadors” program. This program is designed to support and equip lawyers to fulfill their responsibility to educate and engage with their local communities. The CLE serves in part to help train volunteer “Ambassadors,” but any lawyer is welcome to view. This short CLE will cover the following topics:

• A constitutional law refresher, focusing on separation of powers and the independence of the judicial branch.

• What’s meant by the concept of “Rule of Law.”

• What’s a “constitutional crisis” and how do you know that we’re in one (or not).

• Legal professionals as guardians of the legal system.

• How to communicate with the public about the rule of law and the courts.

Recorded in 2025. Free to members. 1.25 CLE credit hours available in Washington State. Click here for more details.

Minnesota Bar Association

Rule of Law CLE Series: Ethical Responsibility in Challenging Times — and All Times -- This ethics session will explore the core ethical obligations of lawyers. These principles are especially compelling when the lawyer faces adversity and helpfully inform the lawyer's analysis of how particular ethical rules may apply in fraught circumstances. These highest-order ethical obligations include fidelity to the Constitution and rule of law, professional independence, candor in advisement, and refusal to participate in conduct that is illegal, unethical, fraudulent, or otherwise wrong. Special attention will be paid to the reasons that lawyers — like others in positions of trust — compromise their integrity, and what one can do to guard against succumbing to pressures and incentives to betray one's ethical obligations. Fees for both members and non-members. Recorded on June 13, 2025. $29.95 for members, $64.95 for non-members $0 for unlimited on demand CLE pass. 1.00 ethics CLE credits available in Minnesota. Click here for more details.

Pennsylvania Bar Institute

The Rule of Law 2025 -- The rule of law is the foundation of a just and democratic society, yet public confidence in legal institutions is increasingly challenged. Attorneys have a special responsibility in furthering the public's understanding of the rule of law, ensuring access to justice, and fostering trust in the legal system. This CLE course explores practical ways attorneys can contribute to civil discourse on the rule of law, to counter misinformation, and to engage with communities to promote our constitutional democracy. Through insightful discussions and ethical considerations, participants will gain tools to advocate for the rule of law in their practice, their communities, and their conversations. Recorded in March 2025. $79 for members and included free of charge with ProPass. 1.00 hours of credit in PA, DE, FL, NY, OH, VA. 1.2 hours of credit in NJ and WV. Click here for more information.

The Rule of Law: Continuing the Conversation 2025 – Ways Attorneys Can Advance the Public’s Understanding of & Confidence in the Rule of Law -- The rule of law is the foundation of a just and democratic society, yet public confidence in legal institutions is increasingly challenged. Attorneys have a special responsibility in furthering the public's understanding of the rule of law, ensuring access to justice, and fostering trust in the legal system. This CLE course explores practical ways attorneys can contribute to civil discourse on the rule of law, to counter misinformation, and to engage with communities to promote our constitutional democracy. Through insightful discussions and ethical considerations, participants will gain tools to advocate for the rule of law in their practice, their communities, and their conversations. Recorded in April 2025. $79 for members and included free of charge with ProPass. 1.00 hours of credit in PA, DE, FL, NY, OH, VA. 1.20 hours of credit in NJ and WV. Click here for more information.

The Rule of Law: Continuing the Conversation 2025 – Executive Orders, Enforcement Actions and Court Orders -- In this program, we will examine the separation of power among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches under the United States Constitution. Many of the questions about Executive Orders, enforcement actions, and court rulings from our first session will be addressed in this program as we continue the conversation about the rule of law. Our esteemed panel will continue this important discussion and share insight regarding the ongoing civil discourse surrounding governmental authority and constitutional principles. Recorded in May 2025. $139 for members and included free of charge with ProPass. 1.50 hours of credit in PA, DE, NY, OH, VA. 1.80 hours of credit in NJ and WV. And 2.0 hours of credit in FL. Click here for more information.

Maryland State Bar Association

Will the Third Branch Hold? A Discussion of the Role of Article III Courts, Judicial Independence and the Rule of Law -- Join us for a frank discussion on the importance of the rule of law, judicial independence and the role of the Article III Courts in checking the power of the Executive. Topics will include current litigation, rulings interpreting the unitary executive theory, and predictions on how the theory will fare in the Supreme Court. $79 charge for the course. 1.00 hours of CLE credit available in Maryland and surrounding MCEL states. Click here for more information.

Lawline

Election Issues and Opportunities for Lawyers -- Election laws, political activity, and election administration have been in the daily headlines as the 2024 election approaches. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled on key election-related issues. In the wake of the pandemic and the 2020 elections, states have revised and changed election laws in ways that react to concerns of integrity and suppression. Polls show that a majority of Americans agree that the 2024 elections will be pivotal for our democracy, although for different reasons. No matter where one is situated in the political spectrum, it is incontrovertible that elections are under legal scrutiny as never before. Drawing on the experience of a seasoned election law practitioner, and the perspective of a non-election law attorney deeply involved in efforts to expand the participation of younger lawyers in civic engagement, this program seeks to unpack election law issues that lawyers, their firms, and their clients may face in this election year. It includes a call to action for non- election lawyers to become involved in the democratic process by serving as poll workers or otherwise supporting election administration. $79 charge for the course. 1.00 hours of credit in AL, AK, AZ, AR and CA. Click here for more information.

National Academy of Continuing Legal Education

Ensuring Free, Fair and Accessible Elections: What Every Attorney Can Do -- The right to vote is critical to protecting our democracy and, as attorneys, we can play a vital role in insuring free, fair, and accessible elections. This CLE program will feature panelists who will discuss the law and the essential role of attorneys in securing that right. The session will begin with an overview of the John Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York, the 2021 law enacted to strengthen vote protections against voter suppression, intimidation, deception, obstruction and dilution. Panelists will present concrete steps attorneys can take, both prior to election day and at polling places to ensure that everyone can vote and every vote is counted. $75 charge for the course. 1.0 hours of credit in GA, NV and PA. 1.2 hours of credit in NH and NM. 1.25 hours of credit in AK, AZ, CA, CT, DC, ID, IL, MA, MD, MI, ND, OH, SD, WA and WY. 1.5 hours of credit in FL, MO, NJ, NY and WV. Click here for more information.