Michigan State Bar Foundation

“Peter h. Ellsworth, w. Anthony jenkins, daniel d. Quick, and edward h. Pappas are all members of the dickinson wright pllc law firm. In 2022, w. Anthony jenkins retired from working as a member of the dickinson wright pllc law firm.”

“The organization was previously operating on a non-stock, membership basis. The articles of incorportation and bylaws were revised, and the organization now operates on a directorship basis. There are no longer classes of membership with voting rights.”

“The completed 990 and related schedules are reviewed by the chief financial officer and executive director for accuracy and completeness. Upon their approval, the return is made available to the board in electronic format. After any corrections or changes are made, the return is filed with the irs.”

“Compliance with the conflict of interest policy is regularly monitored and enforced. Disclosure of conflicts is required on an ongoing basis. In addition, members with a conflict of interest are required to report the conflict. Board minutes will reflect that disclosure was made, that the interested member abstained from voting, the interested member's presence was not counted in determining a quorum, and, if necessary to avoid the conflict, the basis used by the board for making the decision shall be recorded. Board members must also sign the conflict of interest policy annually, acknowledging its receipt, and noting any conflicts known at that time.”

“The foundation uses a compensation consultant to provide guidance based on periodic detailed studies regarding market-based salary ranges for the foundation's specific staff positions. The consultant also provides periodic information regarding appropriate salary adjustments for staff positions. This is consistent with the foundation's board-adopted policy to use market-based compensation. The board determines the specific salary of the executive director, who determines the salaries of other staff. The board also approves an aggregate salary amount in the budget for total compensation expenses. Michigan state bar foundation does not pay any employees directly. All employees are leased employees who receive their paychecks and benefits from a professional employer organization.”

“These documents are available upon request.”

“Dhs ssi - contract revenues from the michigan department of human services are distributed to legal services organizations to provide assistance to individuals in applying for ssi or other federal disability benefits.”