§ Rule 6-9.4 Recertification

Rule 6-9.4. Recertification

    To be eligible for recertification, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

    (a) Substantial Involvement. The applicant must make a satisfactory showing, as determined by the board of legal specialization and education and the real estate certification committee, of involvement in real estate law throughout the period since the last date of certification. The demonstration of substantial involvement of at least 40 percent during each year after certification prior to recertification shall be made in accordance with the standards set forth in rule 6-9.3(b).

    (b) Continuing Legal Education Requirement. The applicant must show completion of at least 75 hours of accredited continuing legal education approved for credit in real estate law by the board of legal specialization and education since the filing of the last application for certification.

    (c) Reference Requirement. An applicant for recertification shall submit the names and addresses of 5 attorneys or judges, at least 3 of whom are licensed to practice law in Florida and are familiar with the applicant's practice, not including lawyers who currently practice in the applicant's law firm, who can attest to the applicant's reputation for ability of practice and involvement in Florida real estate law as well as the applicant's character, ethics, and reputation for professionalism. The board of legal specialization and education and the real estate certification committee may also make such additional inquiries as they deem appropriate.