Session #31:
Michigan Community Resources
Pro Bono Transactional Law for Michigan Nonprofits
December 9, 2025
12 – 1 p.m.
Virtual Zoom Presentation
Free – online Zoom
Join us for a dynamic one-hour introduction to Michigan Community Resource’s Nonprofit Transactional Pro Bono Program, where attorneys bring their legal expertise to strengthen mission-driven organizations across the state. This session highlights how volunteer lawyers play a critical role in helping nonprofits navigate essential transactional matters—from corporate governance and contracts to employment, real estate, and intellectual property—through practical, limited scope, and high-impact projects. Participants will learn how even a few hours of their time can protect nonprofit assets, reduce legal risk, and empower organizations to focus on serving their communities. Whether you're looking to broaden your skills, give back in a meaningful way, or make a lasting difference for Michigan’s nonprofit sector, this workshop offers a compelling opportunity to transform legal knowledge into community impact.
Presenter: Justin Sheehan, Legal Director & General Counsel, Michigan Community Resources, Detroit Office
A Lansing born and bred attorney with a fierce pride for the diverse and resilient Capital City he calls home. A twice over graduate of Michigan State University, in social work and law respectively. Sheehan is the Legal Director and General Counsel for Michigan Community Resources, Chairman of the Lansing Empowerment Network, Board Member of the Lansing Growth Fund, Board Member of the Malcolm X Community Commission, member of the Lansing School District's Multicultural Education Taskforce, and member of the Senior Advisory Team for Lansing Community College's Office of Empowerment. Of much greater importance, Sheehan is the proud father of three and the husband of one exceptional woman.
Moderator: John Sier, Chair, Detroit Bar Foundation Access to Justice Committee
Attend and receive a Certificate of Completion. Approved for State Bar of Michigan Pro Bono Honor Roll hours. Training hours can be put toward the Detroit Bar Pro Bono award with recognition at the annual Archer Award Gala in November. For full details, please visit https://www.detroitlawyer.org/probonoaward/
For questions, contact Sheena Law-Killinger at slawkillinger@detroitlawyer.org.
Brought to you by:
DETROIT BAR PRO BONO/ACCESS TO
JUSTICE COMMITTEE
The information provided in this programming does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available are for general informational purposes only.