State Bar of Michigan:Unauthorized Practice of the Law Committee

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Unauthorized Practice of the Law Committee

Jurisdiction

Provide guidance concerning matters involving the alleged unauthorized practice of the law, including the filing and prosecution of actions seeking to enjoin the unauthorized practice.
Propose and support measures to educate the public and the legal profession about unauthorized practice of law issues.

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Public Policy Reports

All reports are in PDF format.

2005-2006 Legislative Session

HB4732 Allows Property Managers and Other Non-Lawyers to Represent Certain Businesses in Eviction Proceedings
HB5625 Allows Real Estate Agents to Represent Landlords in Small Claims Court in Security Deposit Disputes Under Certain Circumstances
SB0815 Allows Property Managers and Other Nonlawyers to Represent Businesses in Certain Eviction Proceedings

Reports

Meetings

The Committee meets quarterly during the Bar year. Contact the Committee chair or State Bar staff liaison for more information.