The Illinois State Bar groups attorneys into 1 of 2 compliance groups depending on their last names. The MCLE deadlines for these groups are:

• Group 1 (Last Name A-M)

Compliance Deadline: June 30th, Every Even Year

• Group 2 (Last Name N-Z)

Compliance Deadline: June 30th, Every Odd Year

The State Bar of Illinois requires attorneys to complete 30 Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) credit hours every 2 years, including 6 hours of professional responsibility:

1 hour must be in diversity/inclusion

1 hour must be in mental health/substance abuse

Attorneys may carry over a maximum of 10 credits, including professional responsibility.

Illinois attorneys report CLE credits primarily through the MCLE Board portal.

You must verify and track everything online at the ARDC to ensure compliance with your biennial cycle. 

Log in with your ARDC number to self-report credits for out-of-state/non-traditional courses. Be sure to keep certificates for three years.

Contact information:

MCLE Board of the Supreme Court of Illinois
200 West Madison Street, Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60606

Phone: 312-924-2420
Email: mcle@mcleboard.org