Michigan CLE - Litigation Courses
Michigan CLE
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Know What Evidence You Have and How to Use That Evidence at Trial
Attorneys must go beyond simply uncovering evidence that proves or disproves a case. They must consider how the facts and the law work together and ensure that the evidence they uncover is admitted so that it may impact the outcome of a case. Regardless of whether it is a civil or criminal trial being tried in front of a judge or a jury, when it comes to the presentation of evidence, preparation is key. This CLE course will offer tips and strategies for preparing for evidence presentat... More Info
$291General Credit -
Hot Topics in Employment Law Since #MeToo
The beginning of the #MeToo movement can ostensibly be traced to when the New York Times published a bombshell expose that revealed decades of abuse and sexual harassment by Harvey Weinstein, a previously untouchable Hollywood mogul. The article, entitled Harvey Weinstein Paid Off Sexual Harassment Accusers for Decades, quotes a partner of the instructors' firm. Five years later, the #MeToo movement, a name inspired by sexual assault survivor and activist Tarana Burke, who years earlier h... More Info
$552General Credits -
Effective Mediation: What the Mediator Needs to Know to Resolve Your Case
It might be surprising, but over 95% of civil cases settle before trial. This CLE course will explain this pre-trial resolution statistic as a result of the effectiveness of mediation. Designed to assist both new and seasoned attorneys in streamlining oral and written presentations for mediation and getting crucial information in front of a mediator. More Info
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PFAS: The New Contaminant of Enormous Concern
As global warning becomes an increasing concern and technology evolves to address it, the issue of “forever chemicals” has moved to the forefront. This CLE course will address the regulations for new varieties of contaminants and PFAS chemicals. The course will address PFAS chemicals as they relate to federal and state regulations surrounding drinking water, the strictest of which is New York State. The course will address the difficulties faced by public water suppliers to ach... More Info
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Questioning Techniques for Depositions: To Question, Or Not To Question, That Is The Question
There is an art and a science to taking a deposition and knowing which questions to ask is a key element to taking a great one. This CLE course will present the most sophisticated techniques to drafting questions that will take your deposition from good to great. The course will explain the documents that are essential to crafting questions and how to formulate those questions to achieve your goals. Wording, pleadings, discovery responses, the use of exhibits, audio and video materials... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
How Not to Lose Your Case at a Plaintiff’s Deposition
Defending a plaintiff in a deposition opens up a complex set of potential pitfalls. This CLE course will present a defense lawyer’s perspective on the potential weaknesses and issues that might arise at a deposition. The course will help the participants recognize and overcome these potential issues. Preparation for and deposition of witnesses to achieve goals will be discussed. More Info
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How to Respond to a Motion for Summary Judgment in Brief Form and at Oral Argument
The right tools are an essential part of any attorneys’ arsenal. This CLE course will address the ones an attorney needs when responding to civil motions. The course will also review the necessary tactics attorneys should employ to navigate the basic procedural rules to follow when you receive a motion that is filed against your client. Strategies for responding to motions, including little-known tips and rules that will preserve your client’s claim and ensure you can admit evidence in... More Info
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Attorney's Fees: Federal Rule 68
There are many ways of derailing a court case. Defendants may stonewall discovery, plaintiffs may make overstated demands and refuse to negotiate. How do you navigate these and other behaviors that prevent you from successfully handling a case? This CLE course will examine litigation strategies and techniques using the Federal fee-shifting and fee-reducing Rules of Civil Procedure in order to gain an advantage. The course, designed for state and local practitioners as well as federal,... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Counseling Real Estate Brokers on Common Legal Mistakes
Training and preparation are critical to providing effective legal services and representation for commercial real estate brokers. This includes ensuring that brokers understand and know how to avoid the risks and missteps that could land them in litigation. This CLE course will offer a comprehensive summary of the most common issues that brokers face (and the lawsuits that may result) and present tips and strategies for attorneys to help prepare broker clients to represent their clien... More Info
$291General Credit -
Must Know Rules of Evidence
Rules of evidence are critical aspects to any cases, regardless of whether they go to trial or settle in advance. This CLE course will highlight the most important rules of evidence and explain how they can be used practically. The course will cover everything from complain investigation through the trial process and will offer insight to all types of practitioners from novice attorneys to seasoned litigators. More Info
$291General Credit