"Everybody can be great . . . because anyone can serve."—Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Tony Jenkins Past President State Bar of Michigan
I encourage lawyers in Michigan, and throughout the nation, to perform a pro bono or community service project on January 16, 2017 or any future day of the year. This year marks the third anniversary of SBM’s focus on honoring a genuine American hero by taking a “day on, not a day off.” By embracing Dr. King’s message and following his personal example, as lawyers, we bring honor to our profession and to his legacy.
"Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?" —Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 1957 Sermon
Inspiring Stories of MLK Day
View the video below or select one from the "Play List"
Commit Below are links to some places you can volunteer in your own community to celebrate MLK Day. Also, consider an activity that assists a community other than your own.
Find Locate legal pro bono for those in need, search Michigan by county for pro bono opportunities.
Dedicate your day of service to mentoring another attorney. Sign up at the State Bar of Michigan Mentoring Center.
True North Community Services is a searchable database for Northern Michigan volunteer work.
Share Many stories of attorneys dedicated to service can be found on the A Lawyer Helps page. Submit your story of service with photos using this form. The most compelling stories of service will be featured on the A Lawyer Helps website and in an upcoming edition of the Michigan Bar Journal.
Donate Access to Justice Campaign Supporting Civil Legal Aid to the Poor in Michigan
2017 Michigan MLK Day Events
National Volunteer Opportunities
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