Rhode Island pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Rhode Island.

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

Overview

Rhode Island Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

50 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Rule 6.1

Recommended Hours

50 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — No formal mandatory reporting mechanism. Rhode Island Bar Association operates a Volunteer Lawyer Program (VLP) for pro bono coordination.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Rhode Island does not currently offer CLE credit for pro bono service hours. The bar provides free CLE seminars to VLP volunteer attorneys as an incentive.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; civil legal matters for persons of limited means; public interest organizations.

Rhode Island CLE Requirements

Total Credits

10 / 1-year cycle

Deadline

June 30

Carryover

Yes (up to 10 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics / Professionalism (2h)Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (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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