For established lawyers, what is the minimum CLE requirement every two years?

• A. 24 hours, with at least 4 hours of ethics.
• B. 32 hours, with at least 8 hours of ethics.
• C. 20 hours, with at least 2 hours of ethics.
• D. 16 hours, with at least 4 hours of ethics.

Answer: (A)

CLE for practicing New York lawyers is on a two-year cycle. The minimum is 24 CLE hours in that period, with at least 4 hours focused on ethics and professional responsibility. This requirement applies to established lawyers to ensure ongoing competence and ethical practice. The other options propose either more total hours or a smaller ethics portion, which do not meet the stated rule. Therefore, 24 hours with at least 4 hours of ethics is the correct standard.