Practicing with Professionalism

Supreme Judicial Court repeals Rule 3:16 requiring newly admitted lawyers to complete Practicing with Professionalism Course.

The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) has issued an order repealing SJC Rule 3:16, effective Aug. 14, 2024, thereby removing the requirement that all persons admitted to the bar of the commonwealth complete a mandatory Practicing with Professionalism Course within 18 months of admission. See the full press announcement here: https://www.mass.gov/news/supreme-judicial-court-repeals-rule-316-requiring-newly-admitted-lawyers-to-complete-practicing-with-professionalism-course

If you were registered for this course, you will receive an email from MassBar Education with information concerning your refund for the course registration fee.