The Union was informed by Management that they have finally obtained accredited provider status from the MCLE Board. This means that the Office is qualified to provide training that will count towards our 20-hour requirement. While we have attempted to obtain a promise from Management that the Office will use its accreditation to provide enough free in-house MCLE so that APDs do not have to pay for MCLE elsewhere, the Office has refused to make this promise to APDs. We are nonetheless hopeful that the Office will begin to provide such training soon. All attorneys should be aware of the new MCLE requirement, and should look for training opportunities posted in the Office.