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The Federal Court Association and the United States Court Committee of the State Bar of Michigan are proud to partner with the Michigan State University College of Law to present a spring mixer for practitioners, judges, and law students across the state. The event will feature a panel discussion, with a reception and refreshments to […]
The Hillman Advocacy Program is now accepting student applications for the 2026 trial skills program, which will take place in Grand Rapids at the federal courthouse on January 21-23, 2026. The Hillman Advocacy Program is a unique program designed to assist both new and practiced trial lawyers in developing their courtroom skills under the guidance […]
Our Chapter’s Annual Meeting and Luncheon will be held on Tuesday October 21, 2025 at the City Flats Ballroom in Grand Rapids. Doors open at 11:30. Lunch will be served at 12:00 p.m. The program will begin at 12:15 p.m. We are excited to announce that Barbara McQuade will join us this year as our featured speaker! Barbara McQuade is […]
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 […]
