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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on May 4, 2026

The Tennessee Supreme Court issued an order on May 1 seeking comments on proposed amendments to Rule 50A, which governs Tennessee’s Pro Bono Emeritus Attorney Program. That program was created to improve access to justice by allowing retired attorneys to provide pro bono services through a sponsoring organization. The amendments were requested by the courts’ Access to Justice Commission, which says the changes are designed to clarify the qualifications and application process for the program, modify the requirements for approved emeritus attorneys and align Rule 50A with rules of the Board of Professional Responsibility and the Commission on Continuing Education. The deadline for filing comments is June 30. Written comments should reference docket number ADM2026-00434 and be mailed to Appellate Clerk James Hivner, Re: Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 50A, 401 7th Ave. N., Ste. 321, Nashville, TN 37219-1407 or be emailed to appellatecourtclerk@tncourts.gov.