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Amended Civil Jury Instructions
Updated Book
In October 2023, the Committee on Model Civil Jury Instructions adopted amendments to several instructions stemming from legislation adding protections based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression to the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. See the Recent Instruction Changes page for a full breakdown of recently added or amended instructions.
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Responding to AGC Requests for Investigation
Updated Top Tips in Ten Minutes
The Attorney Grievance Commission (AGC) investigates and prosecutes attorney discipline matters in accordance with MCR 9.108. This updated set of Top Tips in Ten Minutes will help you navigate the grievance process, including abiding by reporting requirements, timely and adequately responding to requests for investigation, and determining whether to retain legal counsel.
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Mandatory Continuing Judicial Education
New Legal Update
The Michigan Supreme Court recently adopted the Michigan Continuing Judicial Education Rules effective January 1, 2024. This Legal Update highlights key aspects of the rules, including the requirement that every judicial officer (except for retired judges taking assignment) complete a minimum of 24 hours of continuing judicial education every two years.
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Evergreen Attorney Fee Agreements
New Form
In an evergreen fee agreement, an attorney holds a retainer amount in trust and bills and pays earned fees and expenses against the account, and the client replenishes the account when the balance gets down to a stated amount. This sample agreement will be especially useful in cases involving potentially large fees or when the total fee is unpredictable.
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ICLE community blogs
Approaching the Bench
Rebekah Page-Gourley | 11/01/2023
Hon. David J. Allen was appointed to the Wayne County Circuit Court by Governor Jennifer Granholm in December 2003. He practiced law for ten years prior to taking the bench. He currently serves on the civil docket and as a...Read More

Staff blogs
Michigan Adopts Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA)

A Closer Look at the MRE Amendments Effective January 1, 2024

Seven Things I Learned at the Cannabis Law Conference

Michigan Supreme Court Publishes Seven Criminal Law Opinions

2023 SCOTUS Opinion Roundup

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New Certificates—Entirely Online
Small Business Bankruptcy: Subchapter V of Chapter 11
Need to guide your client through Subchapter V? Get expert coaching as 14 experienced Michigan bankruptcy judges, trustees, and lawyers take you through actual cases. See the entire process firsthand, from prefiling considerations to implementing the reorganization plan.

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Commercial Lease Drafting and Negotiation
Need to negotiate a commercial lease? Get expert coaching as experienced real estate lawyers demonstrate best practices. Follow along as they counsel their clients; draft, redline, and negotiate the lease; and resolve disputes. Then get hands-on practice in this online training.

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Alison E. Hirschel
Michigan Elder Justice Initiative
Lansing
Alison E. Hirschel is the director and managing attorney of the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI), a legal services advocacy program. In addition to MEJI's legal work, it houses the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; the MI Health Link...
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News From ICLE
Two New Editions
The Second Edition of Advising Closely Held Businesses in Michigan helps you handle transactions like a pro. Includes new chapters on insurance and risk management, the latest on the Corporate Transparency Act, and more. Included in the Premium Partnership.

The Third Edition of Michigan Limited Liability Companies offers expert, how-to guidance so you can help your business clients with every step. Includes recent court of appeals opinions, updated operating agreements, and more. Included in the Premium Partnership.




Meet Our Contributors
Alison E. Hirschel
Michigan Elder Justice Initiative
Lansing
Alison E. Hirschel is the director and managing attorney of the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI), a legal services advocacy program. In addition to MEJI's legal work, it houses the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; the MI Health Link...
Read More
> Find ICLE Law Experts


News From ICLE
Two New Editions
The Second Edition of Advising Closely Held Businesses in Michigan helps you handle transactions like a pro. Includes new chapters on insurance and risk management, the latest on the Corporate Transparency Act, and more. Included in the Premium Partnership.

The Third Edition of Michigan Limited Liability Companies offers expert, how-to guidance so you can help your business clients with every step. Includes recent court of appeals opinions, updated operating agreements, and more. Included in the Premium Partnership.