The State Bar Board of Commissioners seeks names of persons interested in filling the following agency vacancies.
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) Executive Committee: One vacancy for a four-year term beginning Oct. 1, 2022. The role of committee members is to assist with the development and approval of ICLE education policies; formulate and promulgate necessary rules and regulations for the administration and coordination of ICLE’s work; review and approve the ICLE annual budget and activities contemplated to support the budget; and, whenever possible, promote ICLE’s activities. The committee meets three times a year, usually in February, June, and October.
Michigan Indian Legal Services (MILS) Board of Trustees: Two vacancies for three-year terms beginning Oct. 1, 2022. MILS bylaws require that a majority of the board be Native American. The board sets policy for a legal staff that provides specialized Native American law services to Native American communities statewide. The board hires an executive director. The board is responsible for operating the corporation in compliance with applicable law and grant requirements. Board members should have an understanding and appreciation for the unique legal problems faced by Native Americans. Board members are responsible for setting priorities for allocation of the program’s scarce resources. The board is accountable to its funding sources. The board meets on Saturdays in Traverse City on a minimum quarterly basis.
The deadline to apply for the ICLE Executive Committee or MILS Board of Trustees is July 1.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and letter outlining their background and nature of interest in the position to Marge Bossenbery at mbossenbery@michbar.org. Applications must be submitted via email. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.