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The State Bar of Michigan’s Standing Committee on Professional Ethics has issued a new ethics opinion that outlines how legal professionals may utilize person-to-person payment applications to receive funds from clients. #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers #legalethics
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Learn more about opinion RI-393 at loom.ly/nALr3A4

SBM issues ethics opinion on the use of person-to-person payment applications for legal funds

The State Bar of Michigan’s Standing Committee on Professional Ethics issued a new ethics opinion on January 6, 2026.

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The State Bar of Michigan is mourning the passing of Nancy F. Brown, a beloved leader and colleague whose presence shaped the organization. #statebarofmichigan
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This year, Nancy was celebrating 50 years of service to the State Bar of Michigan, making her the longest-serving employee in SBM history.
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Learn more about Nancy and her legacy at SBM at loom.ly/9NIK6Sk

State Bar mourns loss of Nancy F. Brown

The State Bar of Michigan is mourning the passing of Nancy F. Brown, a beloved leader and colleague whose presence shaped the organization for five decades.

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Did you know? SBM hosts webinars offering practical information about MRPC 1.15 and 1.15A. #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers #lawyertrustaccounts
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Learn more about our Lawyer Trust Accounts Seminar: Management Principles & Recordkeeping Resources and register for the next event today: loom.ly/VU0VZD4

Learn more about MRPC 1.15 and 1.15A during SBM’s Lawyer Trust Accounts seminars

The State Bar of Michigan is offering virtual half-day webinars providing practical information on the ethical management of lawyer trust accounts.

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Even attorneys not practicing community association law may be interested in the latest issues affecting condominiums and subdivisions where they serve on their association’s board of directors or own property.
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This article sheds light on some trending topics: loom.ly/QYVviQc #statebarofmichigan #michiganbarjournal #michiganattorneys

Legal updates for those invested in community associations

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The 2026 Pro Bono Honor Roll Application and Pro Bono Service Reporting Survey are now available for individual attorneys, solo practitioners, law firms, and corporations. #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers
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The deadline for submission is May 15, 2026. Learn more at loom.ly/WyI3a1s

2026 Pro Bono Honor Roll applications now available

The 2026 Pro Bono Honor Roll Application and Pro Bono Service Reporting Survey are now available.

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Are you a member of Michigan’s legal community looking to give back? Join our network of SOLACE volunteers! #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers
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SOLACE is an SBM program designed to support our members in the face of critical hardship by providing whatever they need.
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Learn more at michbar.org/solace or click this link loom.ly/cJEJWbQ to volunteer today!

SOLACE Program

The State Bar of Michigan shall aid in promoting improvements in the administration of justice and advancements in jurisprudence, in improving relations between the legal profession and the public,...

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Are you, or is someone you know, a member of Michigan’s legal community facing a serious hardship? You don’t have to face it alone. #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers
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SBM’s SOLACE program offers support to any SBM member who has experienced a recent, sudden, or catastrophic injury, illness, or event.
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Send an email to [email protected] today to get started or learn more at loom.ly/n6zCT2c

SOLACE Program Guidelines

The State Bar of Michigan shall aid in promoting improvements in the administration of justice and advancements in jurisprudence, in improving relations between the legal profession and the public,...

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Michigan has the highest juvenile lifer population in the nation, but a recent Michigan Supreme Court decision has determined that age matters when it comes to sentencing youth.
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Sentencing youth in Michigan: Age matters

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Life is full of challenges, but thanks to our SOLACE program, SBM members don’t have to face a recent, sudden, or catastrophic injury, illness, or event alone! #statebarofmichigan #michiganlawyers
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SBM’s SOLACE program supports members of the legal community in crisis

Life can be full of surprises, but members of the State Bar of Michigan don’t have to navigate crisis or catastrophe alone, thanks to SBM’s SOLACE program.

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