Ohio Attorney CE Requirements
What Ohio requires to renew your Attorney license, with links to the official source.
Hours required
24
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Deadline
Individual to your license
Requirements
- Professional Conduct — 2.5 hours
- New Lawyers Training (one-time)* — 12 hours
- General CE — 21.5 hours
* Items marked with an asterisk apply only in certain situations — for example to new licensees, specific roles, or one-time requirements. Check the official source below for which apply to you.
Important Information
Attorneys in Ohio need to complete a total of 24 hours of continuing education every two years, 2.5 hours of which are in Professional Conduct, and the rest can be general CE of your choosing. A few additional topics apply only in certain situations — see the asterisked items above.
This board assigns renewal dates that vary by licensee. Periods run two years. Check your license or board account for your exact date.
Official Source
Requirements often change — always consult the official website to confirm your requirements.
- Source: Continuing Legal Education for Attorneys FAQ » Supreme Court of Ohio (supremecourt.ohio.gov)
- Source: Continuing Legal Education » Supreme Court of Ohio (supremecourt.ohio.gov)
- Source: New Attorney FAQ » Supreme Court of Ohio (supremecourt.ohio.gov)
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