Albany Law's Centers provide countless opportunities for every student. The Government Law Center takes advantage of the School's location in New York's capital and the seat of state government. Through the Clinic & Justice Center students represent low-income clients in real cases. The Center for Excellence in Law Teaching works to inspire law faculties to enhance methods of delivering legal education, and promote the evolution of legal pedagogy through thoughtful dialogue.
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) at Albany Law School is provided through the Institute of Legal Studies. Courses are taught by Law School faculty, as well as respected members of the bench and bar. The Institute of Legal Studies prides itself on providing innovative CLE courses.
The Institute of Legal Studies is an accredited provider of CLE in New York State. We were one of the first providers accredited in New York State in 1998. Albany Law School is accredited by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as a provider of live courses.
CLE in New York State is governed by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board. Please click on the following link to obtain the full text of the New York Rules and Regulations as well as forms and other Continuing Legal Education information.