The D. Augustus Straker Bar Association will host its 2024 Kickoff on Wednesday, November 6, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Salt & KO (Radisson Hotel), 26555 Telegraph Rd. Suite #100 in Southfield.

Attendees will enjoy hand-crafted cocktails and complimentary appetizers as they mingle and network.

To register for the event, visit https://strakerlaw.org.

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