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New York Diversity & Inclusion CLE Requirement.

1 Credit Hour | Biennial Requirement. Complete your mandatory Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE online with TalksOnLaw's accredited courses from leading law professors and judges...

New York Diversity & Inclusion CLE Requirement

Effective July 1, 2018, all attorneys admitted to practice in New York must complete 1 credit hour of Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE per biennial period as part of their 24-hour total biennial CLE requirement (per 22 NYCRR 1500.22(a)(6)). This 1-hour requirement counts toward your total 24 hours, not in addition to it.

Understanding the Requirement

What is NY's Diversity CLE Requirement?

1 Hour Required

Every New York attorney must complete 1 hour of Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE per biennial compliance period. This hour is part of your 24-hour total.

Effective Date

The requirement became effective July 1, 2018 per 22 NYCRR 1500.22(a)(6) and applies to all attorneys' biennial compliance periods going forward.

100% Online

All D&I CLE can be completed entirely online from accredited providers. Self-paced, on-demand courses let you complete the requirement on your schedule.

Part of 24 Hours

Your 1-hour Diversity CLE credit counts toward your total 24-hour biennial requirement. You'll still need 23 additional hours from other CLE categories.

Topics That Qualify

Qualifying Diversity & Inclusion Topics

The New York Diversity & Inclusion CLE requirement covers a wide range of topics designed to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession:

Implicit Bias

Recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases in legal practice and decision-making

Cultural Competency

Developing cross-cultural skills and awareness in client representation and practice

Access to Justice

Addressing barriers to legal services and ensuring equitable access to the justice system

Diversity in the Profession

Promoting diversity among attorneys, judges, and legal professionals

Elimination of Bias

Strategies for identifying and removing bias from legal systems and institutions

Disability Awareness

Understanding disability rights and accommodations in legal practice

LGBTQ+ Issues

Legal issues affecting LGBTQ+ individuals and inclusive legal practice

New York Diversity CLE Courses

Complete Your 1-Hour Requirement

Browse our curated collection of Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE courses. Each course is 1 hour and delivered by leading law professors, federal judges, and legal scholars. All courses are 100% online and self-paced.

1 Hour Required / Biennial
100% Online & On-Demand
13 Courses Available
#MeToo Challenges in the Legal Profession
#MeToo Challenges in the Legal Profession
Paulette Brown
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
A Different Path to the Bench
A Different Path to the Bench
Judge Raja Rajeswari
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
A Race to the 2nd Amendment
A Race to the 2nd Amendment
Prof. Darrell A. H. Miller
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
A Transition in the Legal Profession
A Transition in the Legal Profession
M. Dru Levasseur
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
A Transition in the Legal Profession (Part 2)
A Transition in the Legal Profession (Part 2)
M. Dru Levasseur
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Diversity in Justice
Diversity in Justice
Judge Jenny Rivera
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Economic Incentives for Diversity
Economic Incentives for Diversity
Aviva Will & Keith Harrison
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Lady Justice
Lady Justice
Dahlia Lithwick
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Model Minority & Associates
Model Minority & Associates
Prof. Peter Huang
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Reparations: An American Debate
Reparations: An American Debate
Prof. Sheryll Cashin
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Reparations: An American Debate (Part 2)
Reparations: An American Debate (Part 2)
Prof. Sheryll Cashin
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
The Paradox of Choice
The Paradox of Choice
Prof. Sheena Iyengar
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Understanding White-Collar Crime
Understanding White-Collar Crime
Prof. Samuel W. Buell
1.0 hr D&IWatch Now →
Simple Process

How to Complete Your NY Diversity CLE

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Browse Courses

Explore our collection of 13 Diversity & Inclusion CLE courses featuring leading law professors and judges.

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Watch at Your Pace

Complete your 1-hour requirement with self-paced, on-demand video content. Watch anytime, from anywhere.

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Get Certificate

Receive your CLE completion certificate immediately after finishing your course. Submit to the New York bar.

Full New York CLE Requirements

More NY CLE Information

The 1-hour Diversity & Inclusion CLE is part of New York's broader continuing legal education requirements. Learn more about your complete CLE obligations:

24-Hour Biennial Requirement

All New York attorneys must complete 24 hours of approved CLE per biennial compliance period. The 1-hour Diversity CLE counts toward this total.

CLE Categories

New York CLE includes mandatory categories (ethics, bias elimination) and general CLE hours that cover any approved topic from accredited providers.

Biennial Cycles

Compliance years run on a biennial calendar. Check your bar letter for your specific compliance period end date. New York operates under a unified compliance schedule.

Accredited Providers

All CLE must come from New York State approved providers. TalksOnLaw is fully accredited to deliver both Diversity CLE and general CLE credit.

Online CLE Allowed

New York permits 100% online and on-demand CLE. There are no restrictions on self-paced video content, as long as the provider is accredited.

Full NY CLE Info

For comprehensive information on all New York bar requirements, visit newyork-cle.com or contact your bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

NY Diversity CLE FAQ

Q1 What is the New York Diversity CLE requirement?
Effective July 1, 2018, all New York attorneys must complete 1 hour of Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE per biennial compliance period per 22 NYCRR 1500.22(a)(6). This 1 hour counts toward your total 24-hour biennial CLE requirement.
Q2 What topics qualify for NY Diversity CLE?
Qualifying topics include: implicit bias, cultural competency, access to justice, diversity in the legal profession, elimination of bias in the legal system, disability awareness, and LGBTQ+ issues in legal practice. Any course addressing these topics and accredited by the New York bar qualifies.
Q3 Can I complete the NY Diversity CLE requirement online?
Yes. The New York Diversity CLE requirement can be completed 100% online from accredited providers. All TalksOnLaw courses are self-paced, on-demand video content that you can complete anytime from anywhere.
Q4 Is the 1-hour Diversity CLE in addition to the 24-hour requirement?
No. The 1 hour of Diversity & Inclusion CLE counts toward your total 24-hour biennial CLE requirement. You will need 23 additional hours from other CLE categories to meet the total requirement.
Q5 When did the NY Diversity CLE requirement start?
The 1-hour Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias CLE requirement became effective July 1, 2018 per 22 NYCRR 1500.22(a)(6) and applies to all attorneys in their biennial compliance periods.
Q6 Are TalksOnLaw courses accredited for NY CLE?
Yes. TalksOnLaw is an accredited CLE provider approved by the New York bar to deliver courses qualifying for Diversity & Inclusion CLE credit and general CLE credit.
Q7 How long is each NY Diversity CLE course?
Each course is designed to provide 1 hour of CLE credit. You can complete one course to meet your full 1-hour requirement, or take multiple courses if you wish.
Q8 What is the regulatory cite for this requirement?
The New York Diversity CLE requirement is codified in 22 NYCRR 1500.22(a)(6), which mandates 1 credit hour on Diversity, Inclusion & Elimination of Bias as part of the biennial CLE requirement for all attorneys.

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13 accredited courses delivered by leading law professors and federal judges. 100% online, self-paced. Start your 1-hour New York Diversity & Inclusion CLE now.

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