Minnesota pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Minnesota.

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

Overview

Minnesota 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 — Annual attorney registration statement (3 questions about hours, activities, financial support)

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

1 credit per 6 hours (max 6 credits per cycle)

CLE Notes

Must submit Affidavit of Pro Bono Representation to CLE Board. Work must be referred by an approved legal services provider or court program.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; civil matters; criminal/quasi-criminal matters without government funding obligation; First Amendment claims, Title VII claims, environmental protection; charitable, religious, civic organizations.

Minnesota CLE Requirements

Total Credits

45 / 3-year cycle

Deadline

August 31

Carryover

Yes (up to 15 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics (3h)Elimination of Bias (2h)Mental Health / Substance Abuse (1h)

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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