Michigan pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Michigan.

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

Overview

Michigan Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

30 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Voluntary Pro Bono Standard (SBM Representative Assembly)

Recommended Hours

30 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Voluntary reporting via "A Lawyer Helps" Pro Bono Honor Roll program (State Bar of Michigan).

Alternative

$300 contribution ($500 for higher-income attorneys) to support civil legal services for low-income individuals.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Michigan has no mandatory CLE requirement (one of 5 US jurisdictions without MCLE). No pro bono-to-CLE conversion exists.

Eligible Case Types

Persons of limited means; civil legal matters for low-income individuals. 30+ hours qualifies for Pro Bono Honor Roll recognition.

Additional Notes

Michigan uses its own Voluntary Pro Bono Standard with a 30-hour aspiration rather than ABA Model Rule 6.1's 50.

Michigan does not have a mandatory continuing legal education requirement.

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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