A professional organization for private and government lawyers who practice in the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan.
Our goal is to improve the practice of law in our federal courts and foster a positive and collegial relationship among the attorneys and judges who practice law and dispense justice in this district.
Register for the Anatomy of a Trial Program on June 11, 2025
The Western District of Michigan Chapter of the FBA is pleased to partner with the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) to present a trial skills program. The event will feature tips, insights, and demonstrations of four trial components; opening, direct exam, cross exam and closing, by ACTL and FBA attorneys and Western District of Michigan […]
2025 Bankruptcy Summer Seminar: Registration Now Open
The Bankruptcy Steering Committee for the Bankruptcy Section of the Western Michigan Chapter of the Federal Bar Association is hosting the 2025 FBA Bankruptcy Seminar at Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island, Michigan on Friday, July 25, 2025 through Sunday, July 27, 2025. You can find the agenda, registration form, and hotel and conference information […]
West Michigan Chapter of the Federal Bar Association Board of Directors
Sean Tilton, PresidentFederal Public Defender's Office
Amy Murphy, President-ElectMiller Johnson
Stephen van Stempvoort , SecretaryMiller Johnson
Charlie Quigg, TreasurerWarner Norcross + Judd
Rachel Frank, Vice President of ProgramsRachel Frank Law
Andrew Brege, Vice President of OperationsRosati Schultz Joppich & Amtsbuechler
James Liggins, National DelegateWarner Norcross + Judd
We offer continuing legal education opportunities, including the annual Hillman Advocacy Program and periodic lunch programs focused on specific aspects of federal practice. We offer an award winning newsletter, the Bar & Bench, and we act as a liaison between the practicing lawyers and the judges in the district.
