Virginia pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Virginia.

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

Overview

Virginia Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

40 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Voluntary

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Rule 6.1 + Part 6, Section IV, Paragraph 22

Recommended Hours

40 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Voluntary — Annual dues statement (online or mail). Voluntary reporting since December 1, 2018 under Paragraph 22.

Alternative

Financial contributions to programs providing legal services to those in need (in proportion to professional income).

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Virginia does not offer CLE credit for pro bono service hours.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; persons of limited means; civil rights, civil liberties; charitable, religious, civic, community organizations.

Additional Notes

Virginia uses "2% of professional time" (~40 hours) rather than the ABA standard 50-hour aspiration.

Virginia CLE Requirements

Total Credits

12 / 1-year cycle

Deadline

October 31 (complete); December 15 (report)

Carryover

Yes (up to 12 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics / Professionalism (2h)

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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