West Virginia pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in West Virginia.

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

Overview

West Virginia 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 — Pro bono hours reported by approved organizations (Legal Aid of WV, Free Legal Answers, etc.) to MCLE Commission by June 1. Not self-reported by attorneys.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

1 credit per 3 hours (max 6 credits per cycle)

CLE Notes

Must be through approved pro bono organizations. Organizations report hours; State Bar converts to credits. No pro bono credits carry over to future periods.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; civil legal matters for low-income individuals; organizations serving disadvantaged populations.

West Virginia CLE Requirements

Total Credits

24 / 2-year cycle

Deadline

July 31 (for cycle ending June 30 of even years)

Carryover

Yes (up to 6 hrs)

Required Categories

Ethics / Office Mgmt / Wellness / Bias Elimination (3h)

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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