Montana Paralegal Requirements

Montana Paralegal Credits

10 Total Credit Hours
every
1 Year

Montana Paralegal Reporting Deadlines

Deadline to complete CLEs: March 31

  • Reporting deadline: March 31st
  • Reporting period: 1 year

Membership in the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana is voluntary and is not required by the state of Montana.

Is certification required for paralegals in Montana?

No. Membership in the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana is voluntary.

Who is required to complete Paralegal CLE in Montana?

Members of the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana

What is the CLE requirement for the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana?

10.00 hours each year, including 1.00 ethics hour.

When is the CLE reporting for the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana ?

March 31st, each year

How can Montana Paralegals fulfill their CLE requirement?

All credit hours may be taken as live or self study programs.

Programs approved by NALA (The Paralegal Association Certifying Board), will honor credit for The Montana Association of Legal Assistants (MALA) and the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana.

How do I report my CLE credits for the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana?

Paralegals are responsible for tracking and reporting their own CLE credits. Please retain the Verified Certificate of Completion for your records.

On or before March 1, the State Bar of Montana will mail you an affidavit form to report your CLE activity for the preceding reporting year. Include with the affidavit any proof that the Professional Responsibility Committee may require. The affidavit must be filed no later than March 31.

What are the specialty credit requirements for the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana?

1.00 ethics hour each year

Can I meet the requirement by completing a Montana attorney CLE approved course?

Yes. Paralegals are allowed credit for attorney CLE approved courses.

View Montana attorney courses offered by our parent company NBI Inc.

Additional CLE resources for the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana
  • State Bar of Montana, Paralegal Section
    • Mailing/Shipping address: 33 South Last Chance Gulch, Ste 1B, PO Box 577, Helena, MT 59624
    • Phone Number: 406-442-7660
    • Website: https://www.montanabar.org/