Michigan Supreme Court Appointed Commission Members
The state high court issued orders to fill seats on two key legal regulatory commissions.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in People
The Michigan Supreme Court has finalized appointments for the Commission on Well-Being in the Law and the Attorney Grievance Commission. These orders officially place new lawyers and laypeople into roles overseeing attorney conduct and well-being.
Why it matters
These appointments ensure that the state's legal regulatory bodies remain fully staffed and operational. The commissions play a critical role in maintaining professional standards and supporting the mental health of practitioners within the Michigan legal system.
The court issued orders filling positions across 2 distinct state commissions. These roles involve oversight and support functions for the Michigan legal community.
The players
Michigan Supreme Court
This is the highest court in the state of Michigan and is responsible for the administrative oversight of the state's legal system.
Kathleen A. Feeney
She is an appointee to the Commission on Well-Being in the Law serving a term through 2027.
Kathleen Hickey
She serves as the chairperson of the Attorney Grievance Commission board.
Peter Smit
He serves as the chairperson of the Attorney Discipline Board.
The details
The court appointed Linda Harrison, Angela Wine, Shanice Dennis, and Kathleen A. Feeney to the Commission on Well-Being in the Law. The Attorney Grievance Commission and Attorney Discipline Board also received new members, including Kathleen Hickey and Peter Smit, who will serve as chairpersons for their respective boards.
Timeline
Terms for some commission members began immediately.
New terms for the Attorney Grievance and Discipline Board commence on October 1, 2026.
Commission on Well-Being in the Law partial terms end on December 31, 2026.
Chairperson and vice-chairperson terms expire on September 30, 2027.
Full terms for the Attorney Grievance and Discipline Board expire on September 30, 2029.
Market Landscape
These appointments reflect the ongoing maintenance of the state's legal regulatory infrastructure. This ensures the continued enforcement of the Michigan Rules of Professional Conduct within the state legal market.
These appointments ensure that oversight of attorney grievances and lawyer well-being remains consistent for the public. Clients and legal professionals can expect continued stability in the adjudication of disciplinary matters.
The takeaway
Maintaining active commissions is essential for the integrity of the state's legal profession. Readers should understand that these regulatory bodies provide the necessary check and balance for attorney conduct in Michigan.
Further reading
For more updates on state legal appointments, visit the People section.
