State Bar of Michigan Lgbtq+ Section

State Bar of Michigan Lgbtq+ Section Section of the State Bar of Michigan, founded in 2016. We reserve the right to delete comments that are deemed inappropriate.

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06/15/2026
Think you know Michigan’s legal history? Swipe left to test your knowledge with today’s Pride Month Pop Quiz! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️​...
06/12/2026

Think you know Michigan’s legal history? Swipe left to test your knowledge with today’s Pride Month Pop Quiz! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

​Knowing how our statutes have evolved over the decades helps us reflect on how far our community has come and where we go next.

We are proud to host a free webinar on Thursday, June 25th, at 6:00 p.m. 🌈✨️Please join us in celebrating pride month as...
06/10/2026

We are proud to host a free webinar on Thursday, June 25th, at 6:00 p.m. 🌈✨️

Please join us in celebrating pride month as we discuss the evolving landscape and unique obstacles facing the trans community and the impact on the legal profession. Attendees will hear from front-line advocates, offering key developments in the law, best practices for representation, and their perspectives as a client, attorney, and community advocate.

We hope to see you there!

Register today!
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What a weekend, Detroit! 🏳️‍🌈✨​The SBM LGBTQ+ Law Section had an incredible time marching in the Motor City Pride Parade...
06/09/2026

What a weekend, Detroit! 🏳️‍🌈✨

​The SBM LGBTQ+ Law Section had an incredible time marching in the Motor City Pride Parade this past Sunday. It was wonderful to see so many friendly faces, connect with the community, and represent the LGBTQ+ legal community across Michigan.

​A massive thank you to our amazing squad who helped carry our banner and pass out stickers along the route!

📍​Next stop on our summer schedule: Grand Rapids on June 15th!

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It is importante to recognize icons in the fight for LGBT Rights during Pride Month! As this month goes on, we will cont...
06/08/2026

It is importante to recognize icons in the fight for LGBT Rights during Pride Month! As this month goes on, we will continue to recognize Icons. Today, we start with William (Bill) Thom, the founder of Lamda Legal.

Last post for today! In 2025, there was news about the possibility of the overturning of Obergefell due to an appeal of ...
06/04/2026

Last post for today! In 2025, there was news about the possibility of the overturning of Obergefell due to an appeal of a Sixth Circuit case. In that case, Ermold v Davis, Kim Davis, a former county clerk, was appealing the Sixth Circuit decisions that she did not have qualified immunity due to her actions infringing on gay couples rights under Obergefell. The Supreme Court decided to NOT hear Kim Davis appeal.

Time for post 2 of the day! This post focuses on the case of U.S.v Skrmetti. This is a US Supreme Court case decided in ...
06/04/2026

Time for post 2 of the day! This post focuses on the case of U.S.v Skrmetti. This is a US Supreme Court case decided in 2025. The issue in the case is if Tennessee’s bans on minors receiving certain forms of gender-affirming care violated the 14th Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause.

To begin our Pride Month series, we will be focusing on some recent Supreme Court decisions that impact LGBTQIA+ Rights....
06/04/2026

To begin our Pride Month series, we will be focusing on some recent Supreme Court decisions that impact LGBTQIA+ Rights. The first case is Chiles v Salazar. The question in Chiles was if Colorado’s ban on the harmful practice of conversion therapy was a violation of the First Amendment’s Free Speech Clause.

Today, June 1st, marks the 1st day of Pride Month. The SBM LGBTQ+ Law Section wishes everyone a Happy Pride Month! We wi...
06/01/2026

Today, June 1st, marks the 1st day of Pride Month. The SBM LGBTQ+ Law Section wishes everyone a Happy Pride Month! We will be doing special pride month posts through out the month 🏳️‍🌈

🚨 Don't miss our next section social outing! We'll be in Grand Rapids on June 15th from 5:30-7:30pm (45 Ottawa Ave SW #...
05/31/2026

🚨 Don't miss our next section social outing! We'll be in Grand Rapids on June 15th from 5:30-7:30pm (45 Ottawa Ave SW #1100, Grand Rapids, MI 49503). Light refreshments provided!

Thank you so much to our generous sponsor, Miller Johnson, for hosting us!

RSVP now to let us know you're coming!

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