Associations gather for Spring Fling
Published: April 19, 2024
The Jewish Bar Association of Michigan (JBAM) hosted “Spring
Fling at 5th Avenue” on Wednesday, April 3, at Fifth Avenue Bar in
Royal Oak.
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- Associations gather for Spring Fling
- Supreme Court denies rehearing request by attorneys sanctioned for meritless election lawsuit
- Law school conducts ‘Know Your Rights Day’ for high school students
- Oakland County household hazardous waste dropoff events promote environmental stewardship and safeguard communities
- Nessel testifies in support of BRITE Act
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