The Pro Bono Practice Program offers attorneys the opportunity to contribute their legal expertise to Californians in need.
Participants who qualify can have their State Bar annual fees waived and also get free and reduced rates to attend Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE).
What is a “qualified legal services provider”?
A “qualified legal services provider” receives or is eligible to receive funds from the Legal Services Trust Fund Program as either:
See State Bar Rule 3.325 (C)
A list of qualified providers that receive funds from the Legal Services Trust Fund Program is available on the State Bar’s website.
If you have a question that is not addressed in the above FAQs, email ProgramDevelopment@calbar.ca.gov or call 415-538-2252.