Michigan CLE - All Courses
Michigan CLE
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Ethical Issues Concerning Retainer Agreements, Website Management, and Termination Letters
This comprehensive CLE course will present the many issues involved in engaging clients through Engagement Letters. The course will address how to create effective Engagement Letters as well as developing and maintaining firm websites for the purpose of minimizing potential representation risks as well as for determining when termination of the Attorney/Client relationship is necessary. The course will introduce participants to the appropriate forms and strategies when facing a... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
"Sweat Equity" in Small Businesses and Venture Startups: The Legal and Tax Issues
Issuing shares that are (nearly) tax-free is relatively simple when a small business or start-up first launches. When a shareholder or LLC member receives “sweat equity” or shares in exchange for labor, the tax and legal issues become a bit more complicated. This entertaining, fast-paced CLE course will explain the issues of treating “sweat equity” workers as regular employees as opposed to independent contractors, as well as explain the use of restricted stock, options, warrants and o... More Info
$291General Credit -
Post Disaster Insurance Resolution
Losing your home or business can feel like an irrecoverable loss. And on top of everything, there are thousands of decisions that need to be made in the wake of such a tragedy. This CLE course will help attorneys to better advise property owners throughout the insurance claim process. The course will offer a comprehensive understanding of the many opportunities and challenges as they restore their property and livelihood. The course will present a detailed overview of recovery in the s... More Info
$291General Credit -
Let ‘em Play! Sports Litigation and Extraordinary Remedies
The relationship between sports leagues and their teams is complex, particularly the legal aspects. From that perspective, are they one entity, joint ventures, partners? And what happens when there is conflict between them? This CLE course will address the main potential causes of action and affirmative defensive as well as potential remedies. The course will analyze potential disputes and explain how to approach them, what to look for and tips for quick resolution. Beginning w... More Info
$552General Credits -
Criminal Dog Bite Cases for Law Enforcement, Animal Control, Prosecutors and Judges
Dog bite cases might not seem common, but they cause disruptions to public safety. Dog bites can happen to anyone and they can have tragic consequences. Presented by a former prosecutor with years of experience in the area, this CLE course will explain the role of public safety and animal control officers as well as law enforcement and prosecutors in ensuring the safety of the community from both reckless owners and stray dogs. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Winning Dog Bite Cases for Plaintiffs and Defense Tactics
Surprisingly, dog bite cases are more common than one would think. This CLE course will offer tips and strategies for successfully litigating dog bite cases. The course, presented by a former prosecutor turned personal trial attorney, will explain the different types of dog bite victims, with a special focus on child victims and address the potential pitfalls one might face in these cases. The issue of presenting damages, preserving evidence will be presented. More Info
$551.75General Credits -
The Law of U.S. Government Ethics
This CLE course, designed for attorneys working for or with the federal government, will review the fundamentals of government ethics laws as they are defined by the US Government Office of Government Ethics. The course will begin with a presentation on the statutory and regulatory bases for this specific body of law and will then address some of the more common ethical issues faced by government attorneys. The course will discuss government property with an emphasis on information tec... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Prepping Clients for Depositions in Federal Cases
This CLE course will offer newer attorneys a basic understanding of how to properly prepare a witness called to testify as a client representative pursuant to F.R.Civ.P. 30(B)(6). The course will explain the purpose of a deposition, document review in preparation for the deposition and tips and strategies for witness testimony preparation. The course will also address biochemical stress reactions which warn to be aware of prior to depositions. More Info
$291General Credit -
Crossing State and International Lines for Discovery and Enforcement of Judgments
Crossing jurisdictional boundaries for the purpose of discovery during litigation as well as the enforcement of judgements that may therefore arise, has existed since the rise of modern commerce. This CLE course will present a historical overview of the development of the crossing of jurisdictional boundaries as it has evolved in the Western world in order to prepare attorneys to diplomatically navigate their cases today. The course will also offer practical resources for pract... More Info
$291General Credit -
Custody Decisions: When God and Culture Have a Say
Custody matters are always tricky. Adding issues of culture and religion into the equation only complicates matters. This CLE course will offer an analysis of custody cases characterized by issues of culture and religion and how these differences are exhibited by the two parents. The course will review both case law and psychological protocols typically used to understand the factors that a court will likely consider and the importance it will attribute in handling these issues. More Info
$291General Credit
