Michigan’s Attorney Disciplinary Board is attempting to sidestep a lawsuit brought by a former state judge arguing that it has governmental immunity. The ex-judge’s lawsuit alleges discrimination and defamation stemming from the board’s refusal to reinstate her law license. This denial followed a finding of impairment on the judge’s part.
The Disciplinary Board has responded by requesting that a federal court dismiss the lawsuit, based on their claim of immunity. It suggests that it is safeguarded from such legal actions due to its governmental standing.
More details on this legal ordeal are accessible in the original report available on Law360.