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1. Who is required to complete a New Lawyers Training Program, and what are the basic requirements?
Active attorneys newly admitted to the practice of law in Ohio by examination are required to complete an approved New Lawyers Training Program (“NLT”), unless otherwise exempted from the requirements (see number 3, below).
General Requirements
2. What if I have registered for inactive status?
If you are registered for inactive status with the Attorney Registration Section you are exempt from NLT.
However, if you change your registration status to active prior to the end of the third calendar year following the calendar year of your admission, you will be required to complete an approved NLT program. The NLT program must be completed prior to the end of the calendar year following the calendar year of reinstatement of active status. You will also be required to file a report with the Commission verifying your compliance with NLT.
3. Who is exempt from the New Lawyer Training Program requirement?
4. How do I meet my New Lawyers Training Program requirement?
You must attend a pre-approved NLT program and file your final reporting transcript by the applicable deadlines.
5. What is a New Lawyers Training Program?
The standard two-day NLT program is a single course of structured training consisting of at least 12 instructional hours, conducted on consecutive days.
NLT is designed specifically for newly-admitted attorneys. Attorneys must complete the entire program in order to receive credit for their attendance.
To be approved for NLT, the course must meet all the requirements of Gov. Bar R. X, Section 3(H)(2), and Regulation 414.
6. What will I learn in a New Lawyers Training Program?
New Lawyers Training is developed to introduce new attorneys to the “nuts and bolts” of practicing law. There also is a strong emphasis on professional relationships and lawyering skills.
For a list of specific courses that will be included in a NLT program, please refer to Gov. Bar R. X, Section 3(H) and Regulation 414.
7. How can I locate a New Lawyers Training Program?
NLT programs are generally presented several times a year by the larger bar associations around the state of Ohio.
Check our Web site's Approved Activities list at www.supremecourtofohio.gov/CCLE/activities for a list of approved NLT programs. This list includes the sponsor's telephone number. To sign up for a NLT program, please contact the sponsor directly.
8. If I take a New Lawyers Training Program outside Ohio, will I receive credit in Ohio?
No. Only programs that have been pre-approved by the Commission as an Ohio New Lawyers Training Program meet Ohio's NLT requirement.
9. What if I have further questions?
We want you to comply with our rules and strongly encourage you to call us if you have any questions regarding your New Lawyers Training Requirements. You may reach us by telephone at 614.387.9325, or by e-mail at ccle@sconet.state.oh.us.