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State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section This page is a means for SBM Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section members to interact regarding issues relevant to their work and the profession.

The purposes of this Section shall be to encourage a high order of ethical and professional attainment; to further education among members of the Section; to support and carry out the programs, purposes, aims, and goals of the State Bar of Michigan; and to establish good fellowship among Section members, the State Bar of Michigan, and the members of the legal community at large.

09/21/2026

📢 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄

The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section’s 2026 Annual Meeting, scheduled for 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭, has been canceled.

Due to unexpected medical circumstances affecting several members of Section leadership, including individuals whose participation is necessary for the meeting and Council election process, we are unable to proceed as planned.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the understanding of everyone who planned to attend, participate, and support the WHEAT INC. donation drive.

𝐀𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐂. may email 𝐬𝐛𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐬@𝐠𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦 so that arrangements can be made for the items to be collected.

Although we are disappointed that we cannot gather with you this month, the Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section remains committed to moving forward. We look forward to sharing information about 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 for the upcoming year.

Please keep the members of our Section leadership and their families in your thoughts as they focus on their health and recovery.

Thank you for your continued support of the State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section.

📣 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, join us for our 2026 Annual Meeting!The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assista...
09/08/2026

📣 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, join us for our 2026 Annual Meeting!

The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section invites all section members to connect, learn, share ideas, and help shape the upcoming year.

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
📍 Weber’s Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
3050 Jackson Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

This event is FREE and open to all section members!

The morning will include:

✅ Breakfast and networking
✅ Election of Council Members
✅ Guest speaker Attorney Paul Stockyj
✅ An open-floor discussion about what members would like to see from the section

💚 We’re also giving back!

In partnership with WHEAT INC., we are collecting new hygiene and essential-needs items for survivors and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, homelessness, and housing instability.

Attendees may bring donated items to the meeting or scan the QR code on the flyer to purchase something from WHEAT’s Amazon Wish List. Link: https://a.co/05WPno49

📧 RSVP by September 21, 2026, at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there!

09/01/2026

⚖️ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/LEGAL INTAKE

O’Keefe Law, PLLC, a small and growing criminal defense firm in Lansing, Michigan, is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant/Legal Intake team member.

Responsibilities will include:

• Client intake and communication
• Administrative support
• Assistance with the firm’s daily workflow
• General support for the legal team

The firm is seeking someone who is professional, dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and an excellent communicator.

Prior law firm or paralegal experience is valued but not required. The firm is also open to candidates with the right attitude, initiative, willingness to learn, and interest in growing into the role.

Hybrid work may be available for the right candidate.

This is a preliminary posting while the firm finalizes the position details, but O’Keefe Law is actively and seriously seeking to fill the role.

For additional information, please contact:

Emily Erbisch
Senior Paralegal & Director of Human Resources
[email protected]

Please share with qualified individuals who may be interested!

📅 Save the Date!The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section invites you to save the date for our Annual ...
08/25/2026

📅 Save the Date!

The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section invites you to save the date for our Annual Meeting!

📍 Weber’s Hotel
3050 Jackson Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

🗓 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Breakfast will be served. Additional meeting and registration information will be shared soon. We look forward to seeing you there!

📌 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗲!Paralegals accomplish important work every day, but it can be diff...
08/18/2026

📌 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬

𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗲!

Paralegals accomplish important work every day, but it can be difficult to remember every achievement when it is time to update your résumé, apply for a new opportunity, or prepare for a performance review.

Keep a running record of:

✅ Major projects and assignments completed
✅ New skills, technology, and legal software learned
✅ Continuing-education courses and certifications
✅ Positive feedback from attorneys, clients, and colleagues
✅ Processes you helped improve
✅ Leadership, mentoring, and volunteer experience

Always protect client confidentiality and never include privileged or identifying case information.

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘀. 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱.

What is one professional accomplishment you are proud of this year? Share below!

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Leadership and Service 🌟The Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section of the State Bar of Michigan i...
06/01/2026

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Leadership and Service 🌟

The Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section of the State Bar of Michigan is proud to recognize and congratulate our Council Member, Melvenna Fant-Jones, M.A., C.P., C.S.A.T., D.V.T., on being named the recipient of the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award.

This distinguished honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, professional excellence, community service, and a commitment to helping others achieve their full potential. Melvenna exemplifies each of these qualities through her tireless advocacy, servant leadership, and unwavering dedication to uplifting others.

As the Founder and Executive Director of Women Healing Eternally and Transforming (WHEAT), Melvenna has dedicated her life to supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, homelessness, and other forms of trauma. Through her leadership, thousands of individuals and families have received critical resources, advocacy, support, and hope.

Beyond her remarkable community impact, Melvenna has been a valued member of our Council, contributing her knowledge, insight, and passion for service to strengthen the Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section and the legal profession as a whole. Her commitment to leadership, mentorship, and advocacy continues to inspire those around her.

Please join us in congratulating Melvenna on this well-deserved recognition and thanking her for the countless lives she has impacted through her work, leadership, and service.

👏 Congratulations, Melvenna! Your dedication to serving others and creating positive change throughout our communities is truly inspiring. We are honored to have you as a member of our Council and celebrate this incredible achievement with you.

More pictures coming! We are incredibly grateful for the amazing turnout and support at our Annual Day of Education eve...
06/01/2026

More pictures coming! We are incredibly grateful for the amazing turnout and support at our Annual Day of Education event held at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills last Friday!

A heartfelt thank you to all of our attendees, speakers, panelists, and sponsors for making this event such a success. Your engagement, insight, and commitment to advancing the paralegal profession made the day both meaningful and impactful. We would also like to extend a special thank you to our photographer for providing professional headshots to each attendee!

Events like this are only possible because of our incredible community, and we are so thankful for each of you who contributed your time, knowledge, and support.

If you are interested in becoming more involved - whether by becoming a member of our Section, serving on Council, or joining a committee - we would love to hear from you! (Note: You do not have to be a member to serve on a committee!) Please reach out to [email protected] to learn more about how you can get involved.

We look forward to continuing to grow and connect with you all - See you at our next event!

📚⚖️ What an Incredible Day of Education! ⚖️📚Today, the State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section gathered ...
05/30/2026

📚⚖️ What an Incredible Day of Education! ⚖️📚

Today, the State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section gathered at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills for an outstanding Day of Education filled with learning, networking, professional development, and inspiration.

The day began with a wonderful breakfast and welcome remarks from our Section leadership, setting the tone for a day dedicated to excellence in the paralegal profession.

Attendees enjoyed a variety of informative and engaging presentations, including:

✅ Court 101: An Inside Look at the Court System
✅ Building Excellence: Core Competencies for Paralegal Success
✅ Paralegal Licensing Update
✅ The Dynamic Duo: A Criminal Lawyer and Paralegal at Work
✅ A panel discussion featuring experienced paralegals sharing lessons learned, career insights, and practical advice for success

A special thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible, including the delicious Panera lunch enjoyed by attendees.

In addition to the educational sessions, participants also received complimentary professional headshots, providing another valuable opportunity for professional growth and career development.

Events like these remind us of the importance of continuing education, mentorship, and collaboration within the legal community. Thank you to our presenters, sponsors, volunteers, leadership, and attendees who helped make today's program such a success.

We appreciate everyone who joined us and look forward to seeing you at future Section events!

05/29/2026

⚖️📚 TODAY IS THE DAY! 📚⚖️

The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section is excited to welcome attendees to our 2026 Day of Education!

In just a few hours, legal professionals from across Michigan will gather for a full day of learning, professional development, networking, and continuing legal education. We are looking forward to an engaging day filled with valuable information, meaningful connections, and opportunities to strengthen our profession.

Safe travels to everyone joining us at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills. We cannot wait to see you, learn alongside you, and share in another outstanding Day of Education.

A special thank you to all of our Sponsors, for their support in helping make today's program possible.

See you soon!

💙⚖️ THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LEGAL EDUCATION ⚖️💙The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section would like t...
05/29/2026

💙⚖️ THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LEGAL EDUCATION ⚖️💙

The State Bar of Michigan Paralegal/Legal Assistant Section would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Insurance & Indemnity Law Section for their generous support of today's Day of Education 2026.

Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities are made stronger through the support of partners who recognize the importance of investing in the legal profession and those who serve within it.

Thank you for helping make this educational event possible and for supporting the ongoing growth, excellence, and advancement of Michigan's legal community.

We are grateful for your partnership and commitment to legal education.

⚖️💙📚

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