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Committee on Justice Initiatives
Seated L-R: Lorraine Weber, Teri Stangl, Hon. Cynthia D. Stephens, W. Anthony Jenkins, Evanne Dietz. Middle row L-R: J. Kay Felt, Linda Rexer, Teresa Caine Bingman, Pamela Galloway, Laurin` Roberts Thomas, Frank Eaman, Hon. Denise Page Hood, Hon. Lisa Gigliotti. Back row L-R: Thomas Cavalier, Roland Fancher, Martin Krohner, Kirsten Enstice, James Neuhard, Margaret Costello, Robert Gillett, Martin Glista, Michael Blau, Lorray Brown, Melinda Pitman. |
Annual Report 2009 PDF
The State Bar of Michigan supports many justice initiatives that help make available high-quality civil legal services to all Michigan citizens, assuring that the justice system is strong, equal, and fair in its application.
The Committee on Justice Initiatives (CJI) is currently made up of 20 members; see the organizational chart.
The committee meets throughout the year, and is organized into 4 major areas:
Criminal Issues Initiative—examines
collateral civil consequences of criminal convictions and representational issues in the criminal justice system.
Equal Access Initiative—develops policies and programs to benefit underserved populations, including those with special needs, cognitive disabilities, and juveniles.
Justice Policy Initiative—analyzes and recommends positions on proposed legislation, court rules, and other policies relevant to the Justice Initiatives.
Pro Bono Initiative—encourages and coordinates free or discounted fees for civil legal services. Pro bono service is a way that Michigan attorneys assist low-income individuals in need of legal assistance.
Justice Initiatives Reports
Statewide Web-based links for Michigan legal services providers:
Thank you for visiting our website. We hope you found the information and resources helpful. Please note the Criminal Issues Initiative is not able to handle individual cases or requests, nor can we give legal advice. If you need information or assistance, please visit the State Bar of Michigan Lawyer Referral Service. |
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