Michigan Creditors Bar Association

The Michigan Creditors Bar Association (MCBA) is a nonprofit organization classified as a 501(c)(6) business league. It primarily serves attorneys and legal professionals involved in creditor-related legal activities across Michigan.

Purpose and Activities

The MCBA is composed of approximately 35 law firm members who collectively file thousands of cases annually, primarily in District Courts. These cases are predominantly focused on collecting consumer debt against individual Michigan residents. The organization provides professional education, offers social events, and facilitates networking opportunities for its members, which include attorneys, paralegals, judges, and court officers.

Advocacy and Support

The MCBA actively advocates for policies that benefit its members and the broader legal community. For instance, it has expressed support for the use of remote technology in court hearings, aligning with Michigan Court Rule 2.407(G) that mandates the use of such technology to the greatest extent possible. The organization has noted inconsistencies in court policies regarding remote hearings and has urged for standardized practices across District Courts to improve efficiency and accessibility.

Nonprofit Status

As a 501(c)(6) organization, the MCBA operates to promote the interests of its members and advance the business of creditors' rights law. This designation allows it to engage in lobbying activities and advocate for legislative changes that impact its members' practices. The organization's activities are focused on improving the business environment for creditor attorneys in Michigan, while also enhancing professional development through seminars and other educational events.

[1] https://connect.michbar.org/businesslaw/council/committees/debtor-creditor [2] https://www.courts.michigan.gov/4a7127/contentassets/e636e8ac7b40411d98206f933c7b8257/approved/2020-08_2021-09-02_commentfrommcba.pdf [3] https://mcba36.wildapricot.org [4] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/201958407 [5] https://www.causeiq.com/organizations/michigan-creditors-bar-association,201958407/