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The CT Bar Institute, Inc. is a non-profit provider of high-quality Continuing Legal Education for the Connecticut legal community. Our programs are presented by Connecticut lawyers, for Connecticut lawyers. You can review the steps for creating a successful CLE and complete a CLE planning form through the link below.

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Upcoming Events

  • Dec 01
    Animal Law Section Meeting (SAN251210)
    Virtual via Zoom
    Monday, Dec 1 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
  • Dec 01
    Planning and Zoning Section Meeting (SPZ251201)
    Café Amici
    1640 Whitney Ave
    Hamden, Connecticut
    United States
    Monday, Dec 1 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    Leading land use lawyers from each of the three southern New England states will address the cutting-edge federal and state land use law issues in the context of national developments in the law over the last year, including the decision upholding the constitutionality of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Communities Act, the Connecticut struggle to enact affordable housing law, and the Rhode Island decision on the demolition of nonconforming structures, along with the U.S. Supreme Court’s first major NEPA ruling in two decades.

  • Dec 01
    Estates and Probate Section Meeting (SEP251201)
    Virtual via Zoom
    Monday, Dec 1 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
  • Dec 02
    YLS and CTCPA Day of Giving (SYL251202)
    Benefit for Foodshare and CT Childrens Medical Center
    Tuesday, Dec 2 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (Eastern Standard Time)
  • Dec 02
    What Are We Working to Solve? Defining Connecticut’s Civil Access to Justice Gap (EAJ251202)
    Webinar
    Tuesday, Dec 2 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    The civil access to justice gap refers broadly to the unmet civil legal needs of Connecticut’s residents, including those who are particularly vulnerable because of income constraints and other challenges. This gap, sometimes referred to as a crisis, encompasses access to an attorney, legal information, and so much more. This opening session will set the stage for our collective journey of exploration, education, and inspiration.

Upcoming CLE Courses

  • Dec 02
    What Are We Working to Solve? Defining Connecticut’s Civil Access to Justice Gap (EAJ251202)
    Webinar
    Tuesday, Dec 2 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    The civil access to justice gap refers broadly to the unmet civil legal needs of Connecticut’s residents, including those who are particularly vulnerable because of income constraints and other challenges. This gap, sometimes referred to as a crisis, encompasses access to an attorney, legal information, and so much more. This opening session will set the stage for our collective journey of exploration, education, and inspiration.

  • Dec 03
    Lawyers in Transition: Exiting the Practice (EPE251203)
    Zoom Meeting - CLE Pass Eligible
    Wednesday, Dec 3 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    Join two leading ethics attorneys as they guide us through ethical obligations and options for exiting the practice of law.

  • Dec 11
    Evaluating and Selecting AI Tools for Your Legal Practice (EDU251211)
    Webinar - CLE Pass Eligible
    Thursday, Dec 11 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    This seminar will provide legal professionals with the knowledge and framework needed to confidently navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in law. You'll learn how to effectively evaluate, select, and integrate AI tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service within your legal practice.

  • Dec 12
    2025 Professionalism Boot Camp (EPC251212)
    CBA Law Center
    538 Preston Ave., 3rd Floor
    Meriden

    Friday, Dec 12 8:30 AM to 1:45 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    Join us for four hours of ethics education presented by leaders in the Connecticut legal community. Learn essential skills needed to practice professionally, effectively, and ethically. Attending this seminar will assist you with navigating a successful career in law.