Connecticut pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Connecticut.

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

Overview

Connecticut Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

50 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Yes

Rule Citation

Rule 6.1

Recommended Hours

50 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Voluntary reporting during annual electronic attorney registration (usually due first Friday of March). Self-reporting system with 7-year record retention.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

1 credit per 3 hours (max 6 credits per year)

CLE Notes

Per Practice Book Section 2-27A (effective Jan 1, 2026). Must be uncompensated legal services through organized legal aid society, bar association project, or court-affiliated pro bono program.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; civil rights, civil liberties, public rights; charitable, religious, civic, community, governmental, educational organizations.

Connecticut CLE Requirements

Total Credits

12 / 1-year cycle

Deadline

December 31

Carryover

Yes (up to 2 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics / Professionalism (2h)

Sources

Last verified 2026-03-02. Rules may change — verify with your state bar before relying on this information for compliance decisions.

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