Posner Exchange and Pro Bono Society Induction Ceremony

Friday, April 17, 2026 - 4:00pm • Lubar Center

Please join us as we celebrate future Marquette lawyers and welcome a national leader in access to justice.

This event honors Marquette Law School students who have performed 50 or more hours of pro bono service in the law. 

Our guest this year is Michelle A. Behnke. A member of the Boardman Clark law firm in Madison, Wis., Ms. Behnke is widely respected for her service and leadership in the legal profession. Indeed, she serves this year as president of the American Bar Association. 

The event is complimentary, but registration is required here.

  • Welcome and Introduction: Dean Joseph D. Kearney and Joshua L. Gimbel
  • Posner Pro Bono Exchange: Michelle A. Behnke with Derek C. Mosley
  • Induction of Marquette Law Students into the Pro Bono Society
  • Reception

The Posner Exchange remembers Gene, L'36, and Ruth Posner, whose foundation today helps support the public service work of Marquette University Law School. 

Contact: Angela Schultz