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).
If I am approved for the Pro Bono Practice Program, how long does the approval last?
A new application and sworn statement must be submitted annually for the Pro Bono Practice Program during the State Bar billing cycle when attorneys pay their annual fee.
If you have a question that is not addressed in the above FAQs, email ProgramDevelopment@calbar.ca.gov or call 415-538-2252.