At Convocation on 11 December 2018, Benchers approved amendments to Law Society Rule 6.20 – Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (see attached), which are effective immediately.

Pursuant to the revised Rule 6.20, a member who fails to file their Annual CLE Report, in compliance with the Mandatory CLE Requirements, on or before the required deadline will be assessed a $500 late fee (plus applicable taxes) and shall be referred to the Vice President who may take further action as described therein.

Please note that the aforementioned late filing fee shall not apply with respect to Annual CLE Reports for the years up to and including 2018.

Rule 6.20 – Amendments