In ArcGIS Pro 1.3.1, I have just looked for the ability to start legend items in a new column.
This functionality is present in ArcMap's Legend Properties on the Items tab which appears below:
Has anyone found the equivalent functionality in ArcGIS Pro, or know when it may be expected to appear?
It is not mentioned in the Work with a legend documentation.
Nor does it appear on the Element: Legend Item
pane (see below)
Best Answer
Using ArcGIS Pro 2.3.0, youu can select 'Legend Arrangement Options':
Select 'Adjust Frame'.:
Then select the item from the legend that will go in a new column and return to the 'Element' settings, where a new option 'New Column' will have appeared. This functions like the 'Place item(s) in new column' setting in ArcMap: