Davis-Dunnings Bar Association
About Davis-Dunnings Bar Association
Serving the Lansing, Michigan community since 1981, the Davis-Dunnings Bar Association represents a landmark achievement in professional legal organization and advocacy. Originally established as the Lansing Black Lawyers Association by visionary leaders including the Honorable Clinton Canady III and the Honorable Hugh B. Clarke Jr., the organization was renamed Davis-Dunnings Bar Association following its formal incorporation in 1983. The DDBA was created to address a critical gap in professional support for African-American attorneys in Mid-Michigan, becoming a trailblazing institution that demonstrated the need for specialized bar associations beyond Detroit. Today, the DDBA remains committed to its foundational mission of fostering professional growth and development while championing equal rights, equal opportunity, and equal treatment before the law. The organization's deep roots in the Lansing area reflect a genuine commitment to understanding and serving the unique needs of its members. Beyond professional development, the DDBA actively contributes to the Greater Lansing Community through advocacy, education, and leadership initiatives. The association embodies a values-driven approach to legal practice, recognizing that professional success and community responsibility are interconnected. Members join a legacy of distinguished attorneys and judges who have shaped legal practice in Michigan, gaining access to mentorship, networking, and collaborative opportunities that extend far beyond traditional bar association services. The DDBA stands as a testament to the power of professional community and shared commitment to advancing justice and opportunity in Lansing.