License Renewal Deadline is November 30

The deadline for Michigan attorneys to complete their license renewal for the 2026-2027 bar year is quickly approaching. All Michigan attorneys are required to renew their license with the State Bar of Michigan and complete mandatory regulation disclosures annually.

The State Bar of Michigan uses an online system to make license renewals easy and convenient.  License renewals, including mandatory disclosures and payment of fees, must be completed by November 30, 2026, to avoid a $50 late fee.

Renew your license, or check the status of your renewal, at michbar.org/MemberArea.

WARNING: The U.S. Postal Service no longer postmarks mail the day it is sent (unless you take it inside to a service counter and specifically request a same-day postmark). The $50 late fee will be assessed on all payments not received or postmarked by the post office by 11:59 p.m. November 30, 2026 — regardless of the day it was mailed. The State Bar of Michigan recommends online payment to ensure your payment is received on time. You can pay online using a check at no additional cost.

All active and inactive Michigan attorneys have been emailed information about their license renewal and will continue to receive reminder emails throughout the renewal season until their license renewal is complete. Emeritus attorneys no longer are required to renew their license.

The new Bar year began on October 1, 2026.

The State Bar of Michigan administers the annual License Renewal process for Michigan attorneys and distributes the funds as directed by the Michigan Supreme Court. For more information about License Renewal and for answers to frequently asked questions, visit michbar.org/LicenseRenewalFAQ.

Posted: October 30, 2026