State Bar of Michigan Young Lawyers Section

05/30/2026

Lights, Sirens, and Litigation: What an Ambulance Ride-Along Reminded Me About Practicing Law

About a year ago, I wrote about my trip to the morgue. This time around, my desire to know more about the world of my clients led me to an ambulance ride-along. It was fascinating. I started the day off by observing a mass casualty incident training session and then waited for calls. Now, I will say this—I was not there for the entire shift (they are pretty lengthy), so I got the chance to only ride along for one call....

About a year ago, I wrote about my trip to the morgue.  This time around, my desire to know more about the world of my clients led me to an ambulance ride-along.  It was fascinating. …

05/08/2026

WLAM Annual Meeting: Spotlight On Our Sponsorees

During the weekend of April 24-25, the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM) held their 108th Annual Meeting. Founded in 1919, WLAM was formed to promote the advancement of women in law and society. In that spirit, YLS was proud to sponsor two inspiring law students to attend the meeting this year. Read on for a profile of our sponsorees....

During the weekend of April 24-25, the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan (WLAM) held their 108th Annual Meeting. Founded in 1919, WLAM was formed to promote the advancement of women in law and …

05/05/2026

When the Waiver Meets the Wake

I knew I was in trouble when the boat started climbing waves like it was trying to get over a speed bump made by God. This was supposed to be a peaceful whale-watching trip in San Diego: sunshine, ocean air, maybe dolphins, maybe whales. Instead, a few minutes after we left the dock, the water turned rough. The boat started hitting the waves hard enough that conversation faded....

02/21/2026

Law As An Art Form: What the SAMA Illuminated In Me

Housed in a century-old brewery building, the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) rests on Jones Avenue in downtown San Antonio. The galleries are quiet, well-lit, and organized - like most art museums - by artistic period and global origin. In early February, I attended the ABA Midyear Meeting in San Antonio alongside many other YLS members. I confess to having skipped out on the breakfast mixer the first day in order to go see what San Antonio had to offer in terms of art....

Housed in a century-old brewery building, the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) rests on Jones Avenue in downtown San Antonio. The galleries are quiet, well-lit, and organized – like most art …

02/15/2026

Texas Ends Its Reliance on the ABA for Law-School Approval

Although the 2026 American Bar Association (ABA) Midyear Conference was held in San Antonio this year, the event included an elephant in the room the size of the Lone Star state. While the YLD delegation considered questions about the adoption of the NextGen Bar Exam debuting in July 2026 into law schools’ curriculums, there was little-to-no discussion about a recent decision from the Texas Supreme Court that ended the requirement of ABA accreditation for the practice of law in Texas....

Although the 2026 American Bar Association (ABA) Midyear Conference was held in San Antonio this year, the event included an elephant in the room the size of the Lone Star state. While the YLD dele…

02/13/2026

Introducing New Council Member Jacob Goodman (District III):

YLS is happy to welcome to the Council Jacob Goodman, one of the newest representatives out of District III! To get to know Jacob, check out his interview below. Current place of employment? The Fierberg National Law Group, PLLC Law school? Vanderbilt University Law School. Objectives/goals related to your new position as Council Member–i.e. what do you want to accomplish?...

YLS is happy to welcome to the Council Jacob Goodman, one of the newest representatives out of District III! To get to know Jacob, check out his interview below. Current place of employment? The Fi…

02/09/2026

Reflections from a Young Lawyer on the 2026 ABA MidyearMeeting

The 2026 ABA Young Lawyers Division Midyear Meeting in San Antonio offered valuable opportunities for professional development, connection, and engagement with peers from across the country. The programming was substantive, the discussions were thoughtful, and the energy among young attorneys was a strong reminder of the collective purpose we share in advancing our profession. At the same time, attending national events involves personal considerations as well....

The 2026 ABA Young Lawyers Division Midyear Meeting in San Antonio offered valuable opportunities for professional development, connection, and engagement with peers from across the country. The pr…

02/03/2026

The Young Lawyers Section is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Regeana Myrick Outstanding Young Lawyer Award and Mentor of the Year Award!

Applications are due by February 28, 2026. The winner will be honored at the 15th Annual New Lawyers Summit to be hosted at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on Friday, March 27!

Individuals can self-nominate or nominate another. Nominations can be submitted by following the QR code link.

02/03/2026

Don’t miss the legal networking and professional development event of the spring!

Taking place on Friday March 27, 2026, at the prestigious Lovett Hall at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan, the State Bar of Michigan Young Lawyers Section Annual Summit is a highly anticipated event that brings together legal professionals from across the state for a day of education, networking, and professional development. Attendees include young lawyers, law students, and other legal professionals who are looking to expand their knowledge and connect with others in the field.

In addition, a networking reception will be held after the summit which all attendees are invited to attend!

We look forward to seeing you there!

11/18/2025

Short Term Rentals in Michigan: Where the Law Really Stands

Airbnb has changed how people use their homes. A spare room in Detroit or a cottage in Traverse City can turn into quick income. But in Michigan, the law hasn’t rolled out a welcome mat for short-term rentals. Zoning RulesMichigan courts see zoning as a local matter. In Reaume v. Township of Spring Lake (2019), the Court of Appeals upheld a township’s decision to shut down short-term rentals in single-family districts....

Airbnb has changed how people use their homes. A spare room in Detroit or a cottage in Traverse City can turn into quick income. But in Michigan, the law hasn’t rolled out a welcome mat for short-t…