Massachusetts pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Massachusetts.

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

Overview

Massachusetts Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

25 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Rule 6.1

Recommended Hours

25 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Voluntary: SJC Pro Bono Honor Roll certification form (due September 30). Tiers: 50+ hours and 100+ hours recognition.

Alternative

Financial contributions from $250 to 1% of adjusted net Massachusetts income from legal professional activities.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Massachusetts has no mandatory CLE requirement. No pro bono-to-CLE conversion exists.

Eligible Case Types

Persons of limited means (LSC guidelines and above); civil rights, civil liberties, public rights; charitable, religious, civic, community, governmental, educational organizations.

Additional Notes

Massachusetts sets aspirational goal at 25 hours (not the ABA model 50).

Massachusetts CLE Requirements

Massachusetts does not have a mandatory continuing legal education requirement.

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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