Maryland pro bono law

Pro bono requirements in Maryland.

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

Overview

Maryland Pro Bono Rules

Recommended

50 hrs/yr

Service

Voluntary

Reporting

Mandatory

CLE Credit

Rule Citation

Rule 19-306.1 + Rule 19-503

Recommended Hours

50 hours per year (voluntary)

Reporting

Mandatory — Annual Pro Bono Legal Service Report filed online via Attorney Information System (AIS) by September 10. Fiscal year: July 1 - June 30.

Alternative

Financial contributions to organizations providing legal services to persons of limited means.

CLE Credit for Pro Bono

Not available

CLE Notes

Maryland has no mandatory CLE requirement (one of 5 US jurisdictions without MCLE). No pro bono-to-CLE conversion exists.

Eligible Case Types

Persons unable to pay; civil rights, civil liberties, public rights; charitable, religious, civic, community, governmental, educational organizations.

Additional Notes

Failure to file pro bono report can result in decertification (prohibition from practicing). Service is voluntary but reporting is mandatory.

Maryland CLE Requirements

Maryland does not have a mandatory continuing legal education requirement.

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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