Want to submit a CLE proposal? Need materials for your own CLE programs? Or do you just have some general questions about CLE? Read on for more information.

Proposal Forms | CLE Materials | Family Law 101 Series | FAQs about CLE

Conference Proposals
Proposals for Spring, Fall, and Annual CLE programming are accepted on a rolling basis, unless deadlines are given below. We are currently accepting proposals for Fall 2010 and Annual 2010 programming. Just use the form below.

• CLE Proposal Form

Teleconference Proposals
The Section offers teleconferences year-round (approximately 9). If you'd like to submit a proposal, please use the form below.

• CLE Teleconference Proposal Form

Don't be shy...our CLE Committee looks forward to hearing your ideas!

Note: Below are titles of CLE programs we've previously produced. Use them to spur ideas, or peruse them to see what's been done in the past.

• CLE programs (1 hour)
• Plenaries (2.5 hours)

Still need ideas for your CLE program? Or perhaps your own programming's already in place, and you just need materials to use. Either way, Family Advocate can help! For more information, visit the Family Advocate CLE page or download the flyer.

If you'd like to purchase CLE materials, see our CLE Materials (Recent Conferences/Teleconferences) page. We now offer audio recordings from our CLE Conferences (see above link), as well as a pre-loaded Family Law CLE Apple iPod nano.

Don't forget, books are informative, too.

Want to sharpen your skills as a family law practitioner? Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned attorney looking to refresh your knowledge, Family Law 101 is for you! Co-sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division, these five sessions include initiating the lawyer/client relationship, the building of both the financial and child custody cases, discovery, witness preparation and trial performance. Click on the links below to purchase the individual recorded session/materials from the ABA Web Store, or save time and money by purchasing them all on our pre-loaded Apple iPod nano!

Individual Programs

• January 2008 (Commencing Representation—Initial Client Contact and Beyond)
• February 2008 (Show Me the Money, Honey: Building the Financial Aspects of a Divorce Case)
• March 2008 (Preparing the Custody Case from Intake through Trial)
• April 2008 (Family Law Discovery—The Basics and Beyond)
• May 2008 (Preparing for Trial: You've Tried To Settle, Now Prepare To Win)

Entire Series on Apple iPod Nano
As noted above, the Family Law 101 series provides you with the opportunity to learn more about topics such as: the building of both the financial and child custody cases; discovery; witness preparation; and trial performance.

Order the Family Law Apple iPod nano! (Remember, if you're a member of the ABA Family Law Section, you can purchase this product at a discount!)

Stay up-to-date on our CLE offerings by visiting the Family Law CLE calendar.

Q: Can't find your CLE certificate of attendance form?
A: To request a CLE form from a recent meeting or program that you attended, please call Carrie Asalon at 312-988-5145.

Q: Does my state require me to take continuing legal education courses?
A: There are 43 states that require lawyers to take mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE) courses in order to practice law. Find out about your state's MCLE requirements.

Q: What Member Benefits does the Center for CLE offer?
A: The ABA's Center for CLE and a variety of Sections provide members with complimentary or member-benefit offerings. ABA Connection Members can receive CLE each month when your schedule permits via phone or online. Get more information about your ABA member benefits.

Q: I've seen CLE Now! on the ABA website. What is it?
A: Audio programs covering a wide variety of topics that you can listen to right at your desk, anytime. All you need is a computer, an Internet connection, and the free RealPlayer. Read more about it.

Q: Where can I find the ABA-CLE Calendar?
A: Get a comprehensive listing of CLE opportunities provided by the ABA. (Remember, you can always find the Family Law CLE Calendar on our website, too.)

Q: Still have questions about CLE?
A: Get answers to several of the most frequently asked questions and even submit your own question.