Michigan CLE - Practice Management Courses
Michigan CLE
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do: Navigating Partnership Disputes and High-Impact Partner Departures
Breakups can be challenging, and although they may not be as severe as divorces, managing conflicts between partners and dealing with the departure of a significant collaborator can be tough. In this informative CLE, we will explore effective strategies for handling disputes and separations, covering important aspects such as the responsibilities of a firm towards an attorney and vice versa, communication techniques, ethical considerations, and privacy concerns. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Conducting Sexual Harassment Investigations at Law Firms
Conducting internal investigations is inherently intricate, particularly when it involves probing allegations of sexual harassment within your organization. In this CLE course, you will be provided with a comprehensive understanding of the legal intricacies and obligations involved in such investigations. You will be guided through a step-by-step process, ensuring compliance with current statutes. The course will cover essential topics including internal communication protocols, contra... More Info
$291General Credit -
The ABC’s of Transitioning Law Firms
A must for any attorney considering a lateral move to another law firm, this in-depth CLE course will address the many issues that attorneys face throughout the process. The course will provide participants with a play-by-play analysis of the many issues that departing attorneys face throughout the transition, beginning in pre-departure all the way through post. The course will also explain the fiduciary and legal obligations that firms and attorneys owe to one another, and to their cl... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
All's Fair In The Rules of Professional Conduct: Threats and Fees
This CLE course will address the rules of professional conduct in relation to fairness regarding both threats and fees. The course will begin by presenting threats to present, or participate in presenting, professional or criminal disciplinary charges in order to gain an advantage in a civil matter. The course will then discuss Professional Rule of Conduct 1.5 which deals with the improper handling of fees, engagement letters and fee splitting between attorneys. More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Data Protection Issues: Ethical Considerations and New Requirements
Several states are currently considering mandating CLE hours that concentrate on cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection. The obligation for lawyers to possess technology competency is not new, as many states have already adopted the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rule's requirement. The aim of the CLE program is to address lawyers' ethical obligations and requirements and highlight its relevance for other states. The program will also offer practical strategies, explain impo... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Pre-Trial Preparation for Success at Trial
Trial preparation is essential for the success of your case. This CLE course will help attorneys prepare for trials using tried and tested methods for information gathering and storing. The course will explain how to employ information in the classroom to help secure a verdict in your client’s favor. More Info
$291General Credit -
Preparing a Business Client to Franchise
This CLE course will address the basic issues involved in representation for a client who wants to franchise. The course will present the practical considerations of franchising, the franchisor’s legal obligations and the most important decisions that need to be made. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Navigating the Uncharted Legal Terrain of Artificial Intelligence
AI has the potential to dramatically transform the way we interact with technology and, as new technologies emerge, AI evolves and can be adapted to be useful in countless new ways. Typically defined as a branch of computer science that studies the development and implementation of software and algorithms to enable machines to think and act like humans, it usually takes the form of machine learning, natural language processing, robotics and computer vision. A rapidly advancing field wi... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Business Law Strategy & Contract Drafting: Considerations for Maximizing, Monetizing & Preserving Client's Patent Rights
Patent law is an important area for business law attorneys to understand. This CLE course will explain everything you need to know including the importance of NDA’s in a patent application, crucial clauses of drafting employment agreements and tips for cost effectively dealing with patent infringement on e-commerce platforms. More Info
$291General Credit -
Managing Client Expectations Throughout the Litigation Process
The litigation process for a claim of non-payment is complex. You want every penny that is due to you, and do not want to settle for less, but to ensure you end up gaining more than you lose, an understanding of the process is critical. This CLE course will explain the professional, personal and psychological skills needed to move forward in this type of litigation to ensure a successful and satisfying resolution. More Info
$291General Credit
