The Form Affidavit of Compliance You will need to complete this form for each pro bono project that you will rely on to satisfy the Pro Bono Requirement. MANDATORY 50-HOUR PRO BONO REQUIREMENT.Beginning in January 2013, a new rule affecting bar admission in New York will be in effect. Completing your Affidavit: • If you are using more than one project to satisfy the 50 hour requirement, you must submit an affidavit for each project. Persons applying for admission to the New York State Bar must file an affidavit showing that they have performed fifty hours of pro bono service. Instructions: Applicants who successfully completed the Pro Bono Scholars Program must submit this form with their application for admission. You fill out a bunch of forms, give them the info they ask for, and sign an affidavit verifying your net monthly resources.