Chief justice leaving to lead arbitration group
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — The chief justice of the Michigan Supreme Court is leaving to become president of an international provider of dispute-resolution services.
Bridget McCormack’s hiring was announced Tuesday by the American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution, a day after she said she would resign from the court later this year.
Kimberly Wiehl, leader of the group’s governing board, said the organization was looking for someone who has “outstanding business acumen” and is committed to expanding access to resolving disputes outside court.
“At a time when so much is changing in the legal profession, the AAA-IDCR’s mission and vision are more important than ever,” McCormack said in a written statement.
She will become president and chief executive in February.
McCormack, 56, has been on the state Supreme Court for nearly 10 years, including four as chief justice.
Meet the Judges event hosted by MDTC Oct. 13
Justices of the Michigan Supreme Court, and the judges of the Michigan Court of Appeals, county circuit courts, county district courts, U.S. District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts, Tribal Appellate Court justices, and Tribal Court judges have been invited to attend the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel’s Meet the Judges event on Thursday, October 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Detroit Golf Club, 17911 Hamilton Road in Detroit.
The reception will provide an opportunity for members of the judiciary and bar to interact in a friendly and relaxed environment, free of the stresses of the courtroom. Hors d’oeuvres will be served and beverages will be provided.
The event is free to all judicial attendees, $85 for members (member rates apply to staff of MDTC members), and $135 for non-members which includes membership fee. Capacity is limited so early registration is encouraged.
To register or for additional information, visit www.eventbrite.com and search for “MDTC.”
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