State Appellate Defender Office

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, led by Chief Judge Daniel S. Opperman, oversees all bankruptcy-related proceedings across Detroit, Flint, and Bay City. The court offers various resources, including informational guides, forms, and assistance for both creditors and debtors navigating the bankruptcy process. In addition to regular proceedings, the court addresses filings without an attorney and facilitates remote appearances when necessary, particularly in light of building maintenance closings. The court maintains a commitment to accessibility and public service, providing guidance and support for individuals and legal professionals alike. Generated from the website

The National Negro Business League (NNBL) was founded by Dr. Booker T. Washington on August 23, 1900, in Boston, MA., as the nation’s first and oldest business organization, 12 years before the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Inc. The NNBL was formally incorporated in 1901 in New York City. We are a not-for-profit, nonpartisan, nonsectarian, commerce-driven institution dedicated to the economic empowerment of Black businesses, communities, and people. Through our value-add programmatic initiatives and partnerships, we support Black-owned businesses locally, regionally, nationally, and throughout the Pan-African Diaspora.