State FAQ

TOP ALASKA MCLE QUESTIONS

How many MCLE hours are required?

Three MECLE credit hours every year. Each member is also encouraged to complete at least 9 VCLE hours.

How many MCLE hours can I take through Attorney Credits?

All 12 credit hours. To see a list of MCLE courses offered in Alaska.

How do Attorney Credits' MCLE courses qualify for credit in Alaska?

MCLE programs that take place outside of Alaska are not required to be accredited by the Alaska Bar Association. Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attendance at MCLE programs offered in or from other jurisdictions if the program has been accredited by another MCLE jurisdiction. Since Attorney Credits' MCLE courses have been approved by over 45 states, Alaska attorneys may claim MCLE credit for our courses.

What are my MCLE compliance and reporting requirements?

Reporting Cycle: Annual
Compliance Deadline: December 31
Reporting Deadline: February 1

Can I carry hours forward to the next year?

Yes, 12 credit hours (3 MECLE credits and 9 VCLE credits) may be carried over to the next compliance period. To be carried forward, the credits must have been earned during the calendar year preceding the current reporting period.

Does Attorney Credits verify my completion?

No. Alaska attorneys monitor their own progress and verify their own completion once the course has been completed.

Does Attorney Credits report my MCLE hours to the Alaska Bar Association?

No. Attorney Credits does not report your completed courses to the Alaska Bar Association. Alaska attorneys are required to self-report their hours. We do maintain a record of all your completed courses and you can access your certificates of completion at anytime from our website.

How do I report the completion of my MCLE requirement at the end of my compliance period?

Alaska bar members must self-report their MCLE through the Alaska Bar website at https://alaskabar.org/members. Once logged on to your dashboard, click "Submit Report". Use the drop down boxes to report and check the box certifying the information is accurate and click on "Submit Report".

Who do I contact for more information?

For more information about MCLE in Alaska, please call the Alaska Bar Association at (907) 272-7469 or visit the Alaska State Bar website: https://alaskabar.org/member-services/member-login.

You may also contact Attorney Credits by phone. For further assistance and information about the Alaska MCLE requirement, please call our Support Center at (760) 434-1885.