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Rebecca M. Decoster is a domestic relations referee at the Oakland County Circuit Court and is a certified domestic relations mediator. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, the Oakland County Bar Association, and the...
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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.
New Certificates—Entirely Online
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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Closely Held Business Entity Formation
Need to form a business entity for a client? From drafting governing documents to working with a CPA, see how successful Michigan practitioners structure a company and guide clients through difficult decisions. Test your skills with hands-on exercises.

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Postjudgment Custody, Parenting Time, and Support
Judges and litigators demonstrate hearings in this online training: show-cause, modification (threshold and evidentiary), and move away. Test your skills with hands-on exercises. Get charts on legal standards, challenging judgments, and local practice. Earn a certificate of completion.

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Amended Jury Instructions
Amended Jury Instructions
Effective October 31, 2019, the Committee on Model Civil Jury Instructions adopted amendments to M Civ JI 97.01, Preliminary Instructions to Prospective Jurors, and 97.13, Judging Credibility and Weight of Evidence, explaining the concept of unconscious or implicit bias. See the Recent Instruction Changes page for a list of all recently adopted and amended instructions.
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Discovery Under the New Rules
Updated Chapter
Chapter 9 of ICLE's Michigan Civil Procedure has been completely overhauled to reflect the amendments to the Michigan Court Rules on civil discovery, effective January 1, 2020. Review the chapter to prepare for the biggest practice changes, including mandatory initial disclosure requirements, early scheduling conferences, and compelling disclosures and discovery.
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Meet Our Contributors
Rebecca M. Decoster
Oakland County Friend of the Court
Pontiac
Rebecca M. Decoster is a domestic relations referee at the Oakland County Circuit Court and is a certified domestic relations mediator. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, the Oakland County Bar Association, and the...
Read More
> Find ICLE Law Experts


News From ICLE
Stay Up to Date on Major Reform
These timely resources will keep you current on civil discovery, no-fault, and civil asset forfeiture.

Join Us 11/16 for MSU at U-M Pregame Fun!
Register today for our free tailgate. Family and friends are welcome.

ICLE Helps You Save on Malpractice Insurance
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ICLE community blogs
Approaching the Bench
Maximillian (Max) H. Matthies | 10/03/2019
Judge Elizabeth L. Gleicher was appointed to the Michigan Court of Appeals in 2007. Previously, she was an attorney in private practice for 27 years. She began her career at Goodman, Eden, Millender & Bedrosian in Detroit, and opened her ...Read More
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Harvard Admissions Policy Upheld

Reducing School Bullying and Preventing Adolescent Suicide

Uber Kids

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Meet Our Contributors
Rebecca M. Decoster
Oakland County Friend of the Court
Pontiac
Rebecca M. Decoster is a domestic relations referee at the Oakland County Circuit Court and is a certified domestic relations mediator. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, the Oakland County Bar Association, and the...
Read More
> Find ICLE Law Experts


News From ICLE
Stay Up to Date on Major Reform
These timely resources will keep you current on civil discovery, no-fault, and civil asset forfeiture.

Join Us 11/16 for MSU at U-M Pregame Fun!
Register today for our free tailgate. Family and friends are welcome.

ICLE Helps You Save on Malpractice Insurance
Learn More