June 2, 2026

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CLE

28 DAY NOTICE

The 2024-2026 CLE REPORTING PERIOD ENDS JUNE 30, 2026

Are you on track to complete your CLE credits?



If you have completed CLE for this reporting period the time to report it is NOW – not at the end of the reporting period! 

 

  • The CLE reporting period ends June 30, 2026.
  • Active members must report a minimum of 24 CLE credits, including at least 3 credits in one of the four ethics categories. Lower CLE requirements apply to attorneys admitted to practice during the reporting period. Those attorneys should refer to Administrative Rule 6.04(a).
  • No more than half of the total CLE requirements may be satisfied by pre-recorded presentations with no interactive component.
  • Live/interactive webinars (i.e. Zoom with a live chat component) qualifies for live attendance CLE credit.
  • Over 40 FREE online CLE credits are available on the WV State Bar website. These are recordings of previously presented State Bar courses. These courses/credits may be used to meet your CLE requirements. Click here for a list of courses and credits.
  • CLE must be reported via the online member portal at www.mywvbar.org by July 31, 2026 to avoid penalties.
  • Check your CLE transcript for accuracy. Correction requests must be submitted in writing to compliance@wvbar.org  
  • Confirm any credits that have been imported for you by CLE providers – such credits are “pending” on your CLE transcript. Credits are not part of your CLE total until they are confirmed.
  • The penalty for reporting CLE credits after July 31, 2026 is $200. There is an additional $200 reinstatement fee if you are suspended for CLE non-compliance. The suspension process will begin promptly after all required notices are sent to non-compliant attorneys.


MCLE NOTICE

The State Bar is currently experiencing a very high call volume due to the approaching CLE reporting deadline. If you have a question about your CLE transcript or CLE compliance, please do not call. Instead, please email Samantha Chase at chases@wvbar.org.

CLE Rule Spotlight

CLE Reporting Tip

Tips for Submitting CLE Credit



 Click here for information and tips on submitting CLE credits for:

 

  • Approved Courses
  • Non-Approved Courses
  • Publication Credit
  • Teaching Credit



CLICK HERE for Rule 6 - Mandatory Continuing Legal Education


REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

WEST VIRGINIA STATE BAR BYLAWS

PROVISIONAL ADOPTION OF AND REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON AMENDMENTS TO STATE BAR BYLAW 3


By Order entered on May 19, 2026 the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia is seeking public comments on the proposed amendments to Bylaw 3 of the West Virginia State Bar Bylaws. The proposed amendments makes changes to schedule of fees. All comments must be filed in writing with the Office of the Clerk on or before June 18, 2026.


CLICK HERE to Review the Order Requesting Comment



CLICK HERE to Review the Order Approving Schedule of Fees

NEWS

Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia

Position Announcement

 

The Administrative Office of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia (“AO”) is accepting resumes for the position of Senior Law Clerk for the Division of Circuit and Family Court Services.

 

CLICK HERE For more information about the position and how to apply.

6th Family Court Circuit Vacancy


The Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is currently receiving applications to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Patricia A. Keller in the 6th Family Court Circuit serving Cabell County. Candidates must submit their completed applications and letters of recommendations or comment no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. For more information about the application process, please call the Office of General Counsel at 304-558-2000. Interviews will be held in Charleston on Monday, June 22, 2026. 

 

CLICK HERE for Application and Instructions

EVENTS

June 4, 2026

 HOT TOPICS FOR GOVERNMENT LAWYERS

 

Host: WV State Bar Government Lawyers Committee

CLE: 7.7 credits including 4 credits in ethics

Location: In-person at the State Bar Center, Large Lower-Level Conference Room, Charleston and via video conference.

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


CLICK HERE for AGENDA

 

IN-PERSON Registration - CLOSED


CLICK HERE to Register for live WEBINAR Session -

REMAINS OPEN UNTIL 11:59 P.M. - Tuesday, June 2, 2026

 

Facility Details: Due to limited capacity for live attendance at the State Bar Center, registration is limited to the first 30 registrants. Attendance via webinar is also limited to the first 500 registrants. There is an increased interest in attending webinars, therefore, you are encouraged to register early to secure a link to attend virtually. All attendees, whether in person or virtual, will receive an email confirming registration. If you do not receive confirmation of registration, you will not be able to participate in the seminar on the day of presentation.  

 

Note to those attending in person: If you are unable to use the stairs from the first floor to the lower level, please drive down the driveway on the left-side of the Bar Center and enter the building at the bottom of the driveway. Handicap accessible restrooms are available. If you need other assistance, please contact the State Bar 304-553-7220, in advance of the meeting, so arrangements can be made with you.

June 9, 2026

SUCCESSION PLANNING – HOW TO ACTUALLY GET STARTED! (Don’t just check the box!)

Host: WV State Bar Succession Planning Committee

Location: Live Webinar

Time: Noon

Credits: Informational


Do you have questions about how to begin a succession plan? Join the Succession Planning Committee for an informal virtual meeting to discuss, among other things, how to begin the process.

 

Join the West Virginia Bar’s Succession Planning Committee members, Kevin Burgess, Ann Haight, Bill Harvit, Mark Matkovich and Jim Roncaglione, as they provide answers to your succession planning questions via live Zoom at 12 pm on Tuesday, June 9th. 

 

This is an open forum and Q&A session rather than a formal presentation, so participants are encouraged to bring questions and discussion topics.

 

To submit question prior to the event, please email Bill Harvit at bharvit@outlook.com


Click Here to join the Zoom meeting at noon


Click Here Chat during the meeting

June 10, 2026

Open Office Hours

Provided by the West Virginia State Bar

Abuse and Neglect Committee


HOST: WV State Bar’s Abuse and Neglect Committee

TIME: Noon - Wednesday, June 10, 2026

CLE: Informational session only


Join the West Virginia State Bar’s Abuse and Neglect Committee for Open Office Hours. Hosted by committee members Bob Noone, Lisa Hawrot, Kristen Ross, and Committee Chair, Kristen Antolini, as they provide answers to your abuse and neglect questions.

 

 Questions can be emailed to Kristen Antolini at kristenantolini@gmail.com


Click Here to join the meeting via Zoom

June 11 - 12, 2026

68th Annual WVAJ Convention & Seminar

 

Host: West Virginia Association for Justice

Location: Embassy Suites, Charleston

CLE: 14.4 credits, including 2.4 credits in ethics and law office management  

 

CLICK HERE for more information and to REGISTER

Online registration ends Friday, June 5. Save money & guarantee your seat by

pre-registering. Onsite registration very limited.



Email Beth White if you have questions 

June 17, 2026

Taking Stock Post-Bostock:

Workplace Claims of Sexual Orientation Discrimination


Host: WV State Bar LGBTQ+ Committee

Location: The West Virginia State Bar Center and Live Webinar

Time: 9:00 a.m. to noon

Credits: 3 credits including 1 in ethics

Cost: Free


Click Here to Register for Live In-Person Session


Click Here to Register for Live Webinar Session

 

Facility Details:  Due to limited capacity for live attendance at the State Bar Center, live registration is limited to the first 35 registrants. Attendance via webinar is also limited to the first 500 registrants. There is an increased interest in attending webinars, therefore, you are encouraged to register early to secure a link to attend virtually. All attendees, whether in person or virtual, will receive an email confirming registration. If you do not receive a confirmation of registration, you will not be able to participate in the seminar on the day of presentation.  

 

Note to those attending in person: If you are unable to use the stairs from the first floor to the lower level, please drive down the driveway on the left-side of the Bar Center and enter the building at the bottom of the driveway. Handicap accessible restrooms are available. If you need other assistance, please contact the State Bar 304-553-7220, in advance of the meeting, so arrangements can be made with you.

JUNE 24, 2026

ADVANCED MEDIATION SEMINAR

Host: WV State Bar Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee

Location: Flatwoods Day Inn & Conference Center, Sutton, WV

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Credits: 7 credits including 1 in ethics

Cost: $155.00 per seminar


Click Here for Agenda


CLICK HERE to REGISTER for Advanced Mediation Seminar

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