Incoming leaders of the State Bar of Michigan's committees and sections will receive a half-day orientation at the Lansing Center in downtown Lansing during the State Bar's Fourth Annual Bar Leadership Institute (BLI) on Thursday, August 3, 2000.

The BLI provides the new leadership with an overview of current Bar projects, as well as the mechanics of setting up meetings, managing the committee/section finances and the role that committees and sections can play on public policy issues. The overall purpose of the BLI is to build a strong foundation for a productive relationship between the State Bar, committees and sections.

The conference will begin with a 12:30 buffet lunch followed by opening remarks by State Bar Interim Executive Director Danial J. Kim. State Bar President Alfred M. Butzbaugh will discuss the "state of the Bar" and President-elect Thomas J. Ryan will be on hand to discuss the Bar's priorities in the new millennium.

Section and committee chairpersons will be briefed on the function and activities of various Bar Departments as well as the services and leadership opportunities available to committees and sections through the State Bar. A reception will immediately follow the program, allowing attendees to network with colleagues, State Bar officers, and staff.