The State Bar of Michigan has been honored with the 2024 Luminary Award from NABE — The Association for Bar Professionals for its development of “brand to-go kits” for in-person events.

The award recognizes excellence in bar association communications and marketing by honoring outstanding projects of the past year from groups throughout the country.

The SBM was honored for graphic design in the category designated for the country’s largest bar associations.

The brand to-go kits were designed to enhance brand consistency at events and raise awareness of the many programs the association offers to support Michigan attorneys, a need that re-emerged as in-person gatherings resumed post COVID-19.

The kits include banners, brochures, and other display materials for events, and allow for cross-promotion of SBM events and services.

The branded materials highlight the Lawyer Referral Service, Great Lakes Legal Conference, Practice Management Resource Center, and pro bono events as well as provide resources such as ethics guidebooks and FAQs.

McDonald Hopkins will present the webinar “Top Protection Strategies Against Financial Cyber Fraud: Are You Ready to Respond?” on Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to noon.

Cybersecurity is essential for reducing the risks linked to Business Email Compromise (BEC), wire fraud and electronic funds transfer (ETF) threats.

It involves a comprehensive set of strategies that focus on mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities, combating the effects of AI-generated deep fakes, and gaining insight into the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by malicious actors.

In this webinar speakers will discuss effective protection strategies, what constitutes a data breach and understanding the recovery process.

Visit www.mcdonaldhopkins.com for additional information.

The Michigan Judicial Institute will present a webinar on “Phases” hosted by Problem-Solving Courts (PSC) on Thursday, Nov. 7, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.

This session gives an overview of the necessity of distinct phases for adult treatment court participants to progress through on their journey toward commencement from the program.

For registration information, email PSC@courts.mi.gov.

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