Yes, in California. Section 6450(d) of the California Business and Professional Code, which pertains to paralegals, requires four hours of mandatory continuing legal education in legal ethics every two years, as well as four hours of mandatory continuing legal education in general law or an area of specialized law every two years.

As a State Bar of California-approved provider of MCLE, University of San Diego School of Law frequently offers MCLE programming and encourages graduates to attend San Diego Paralegal Association events. Graduates who secure employment outside of California should consult their individual state’s requirements.