Florida pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Florida.

Pro bono rules, reporting obligations, and CLE credit eligibility for Florida attorneys.

Overview

Florida Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

20 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Mandatory

CLE Credit

Yes

Rule Citation

Rule 4-6.1

Recommended Hours

20 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Mandatory — Annual membership fees statement (mandatory since 1993, first state to implement)

Alternative

$350 annual contribution to legal aid

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

1 credit per 1 hour (max 5 credits per cycle)

CLE Notes

Effective Dec 30, 2024. Only service performed after that date qualifies. 3-year reporting cycle.

Eligible Case Types

Legal services for the poor; individual and class representation. Five reporting categories including deferral options for judges, government lawyers, retired/inactive.

Florida CLE Requirements

Total Credits

30 / 3-year cycle

Deadline

Last day of birth month (every 3 years)

Carryover

Required Categories

Ethics / Professionalism (5h)Technology (3h)

Sources

Last verified 2026-03-01. Rules may change — verify with your state bar before relying on this information for compliance decisions.

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