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ICLE staff are working remotely and updating our online resources; however, ICLE’s building is temporarily closed. Let us know how we can help: icle@umich.edu or 877-229-4350 (M-F 8:00am-5:00pm).

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The Institute of Continuing Legal Education

We are the leading provider of how-to solutions that harness the wisdom of Michigan's leading practitioners. Our practical tools save you time and give you confidence in the advice you're giving.

NAVIGATE YOUR PRACTICE THROUGH COVID-19

We’re here to help your Michigan practice through this pandemic and beyond. Turn to these Michigan-specific resources for the timely and trusted guidance you need right now.

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Guardianships and DNRs

Updated Chapter

The Michigan Guardianship and Conservatorship Handbook covers the essential steps for establishing, modifying, and terminating various types of guardianships. See chapter 7 for new discussion of 2020 PA 365, effective March 24, 2021, which allows a guardian for a minor to execute a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order on behalf of the ward as provided in MCL 333.1053a.

Worker's Compensation Updates

Updated Book

Worker's Compensation in Michigan provides expert advice on answering client questions, crafting legal arguments, and representing clients before the agency. Check out the What's New in This Book page for updates regarding independent contractors, physician testimony, compensable physical therapy, COVID-19 considerations, and more.

Medicaid Planning Updates

Updated Chapter

Protective orders can be a critical tool for Medicaid planning. Chapter 7 of the Michigan Medicaid Planning Handbook includes new discussion of In re Estate of Schroeder, Nos 351011, 351012, ___ Mich App ___, ___ NW2d ___ (Dec 17, 2020), a recent court of appeals case involving jurisdictional issues and notice requirements for Medicaid-related protective orders.

Solely for the Benefit of a Spouse Trust

New Form

Assets in a solely for the benefit of a spouse trust are not available assets for Medicaid purposes as long as there are no circumstances under which payment to the trust could be made to or for the benefit of the institutionalized spouse. This new sample trust allows a Medicaid applicant to divest assets to a spouse and achieve Medicaid eligibility with minimal difficulty.

No-Fault Updates

Updated Book

Several chapters of No-Fault Automobile Law and Practice in Michigan have been updated with new caselaw regarding statutory exclusions and antiassignment clauses. Check out the What's New in This Book page for a list of updates, starting with the most recent, along with hyperlinks to the chapters and sections where you can find the relevant discussions.

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Brian G. Shannon

Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss PC

Southfield

Brian G. Shannon has specialized in appellate advocacy, primarily civil, for over 40 years. In 1995, he was a founding member of the Appellate Practice Section of the State Bar of Michigan and served as the section's first chair. For 20 years he was...

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Approaching the Bench

COVID-19 Follow-Up Q&A with Judge Paul Denenfeld, Kent County Circuit Court

John B. Swift | 12/08/2020

he following is from our July 2020 interview of Judge Denenfeld. What are the main procedural changes in your courtroom due to COVID-19? We are only doing remote hearings now, but no trials. We use Zoom for most of our hearings and...Read More

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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.