The Eastern District of Michigan Chapter of the Federal Bar Association will kick off its Luncheon Series with the annual “State of the Court” address on Wednesday, September 25, from 11:15 to 1 p.m. at the Atheneum Hotel and International Conference Center, 1000 Brush Avenue in Detroit.

The featured speaker will be U.S. District Court Chief Judge Sean Cox, Eastern District of Michigan, who will discuss the annual highlights, initiatives, and accomplishments of the District Court.

Tickets are available at $45 for FBA members, $60 for guests and non-members. To register online, visit www.fbamich.org and click on “events.”

For additional information about this luncheon or the luncheon series sponsorships, email fbamich@fbamich.org.

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