‘Free Exercise of Religion’ discussed online May3

The State Bar of Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Law Section will present a virtual Lunch &?Learn event on “LGBTQ+ Justice: Free Exercise of Religion & Establishment Clause Considerations” Friday, May 3, from noon to 1 p.m.

As LGBTQ+ equality laws have been adopted, those opposing these developments often seek an exemption based on their religious beliefs. This argument has been used in cases involving discrimination, adoption, foster care, access to wedding services, the use of pronouns, LGBTQ+ training, voir dire, free speech, educational curricula, and more.  Attorneys representing LGBTQ+ clients, government agencies, and employers need to understand these issues.

Speaking at the online program will be Wayne State University Law School Professor Christopher Lund, Michigan State University College of Law Professor Frank Ravitch, and Christine A. Yared, section chair.

For additional information on the virtual Lunch &?Learn, visit https://connect.michbar.org/lgbtq/home.