Missouri pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Missouri.

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

Overview

Missouri Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

50 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Rule 4-6.1

Recommended Hours

50 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Voluntary self-reporting via Missouri Bar. 40+ hours recognized on Pro Bono Wall of Fame.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Missouri does not allow pro bono hours to be converted to CLE credit.

Eligible Case Types

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

Missouri CLE Requirements

Total Credits

15 / 1-year cycle

Deadline

July 30

Carryover

Yes (up to 15 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics / Professional Responsibility (3h)Elimination of Bias (1h)

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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