MANS 2026 School Law Seminar
Registration Now Open!
⚖️ 2026 School Law Seminar ⚖️
Friday, June 12, 2026
Location: Michigan Catholic Conference, 510 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933
Join fellow nonpublic school administrators and superintendents for an essential day of learning at the MANS 2026 School Law Seminar — your source for legal updates that directly impact your school community.
Gain critical insights from expert attorneys on the latest laws, court decisions, and compliance requirements affecting faith-based schools in Michigan. This seminar equips you with the knowledge and confidence to lead wisely and legally.
✅ Clear. Practical. Relevant.
✅ Engaging presentations and real-world examples.
✅ Opportunities to ask questions and connect with peers
Speakers:
Michelle Kolkmeyer
Michelle Kolkmeyer has been a frequent presenter at MANS Law Day. Michelle is currently a member of the Bodman law firm’s Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution and Workplace Law Practice Groups.
Before joining Bodman, Ms. Kolkmeyer was in-house Litigation and Employment Counsel to Meridian Health Plan, Inc. in Detroit, where she counseled the human resources, compensation, and benefits departments on various legal issues.
Cameron Ritsema
We are excited to announce that Cameron Ritsema, a member at Bodman in Workplace Law, will be joining us as a speaker for the MANS School Law Seminar. Based on his background in the U.S. Marine Corps and his experience practicing in top law firms, Cameron brings a powerful mix of leadership, tenacity, skill, and service when helping employers solve tough workplace problems. Not only is Cameron highly prepared for battle, but he is also skilled in preventing and de-escalating crises, working closely with his clients to help them build and sustain better workplaces and develop positive employee relations.