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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.

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.

COVID-19 Guidance from Michigan Lawyers

ICLE Live Event Safety Measures

Resources Exclusively for ICLE Partners

ICLE Legal Updates

ICLE Community Discussion Forum

ICLE Covers You in Your Practice

No-Fault Updates

Updated Book

No-Fault Automobile Law and Practice in Michigan walks you through every aspect of first-party and third-party practice, breaking down the No-Fault Act and the caselaw interpreting it. Check out the What's New in This Book page for the latest updates, including discussion of new caselaw regarding attorney fees, motorcycle accidents, priority, and the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan.

Client Letter for Remote Signing

New Form

The ICLE Premium Partnership includes a number of forms and checklists related to the remote notarization legislation recently passed after the invalidation of Governor Whitmer's executive orders. This sample client letter lists the steps the client must take to be able to participate in a remote signing meeting via two-way real-time videoconference under 2020 PA 246 and 249.

Remote Notary and Witness Checklist

New Checklist

2020 PA 246 and 249, which address remote witnessing, notarization, visitation, and electronic signatures, apply to documents executed on or after April 30, 2020, and before January 1, 2021. Use this checklist to make sure that your remote signing and notarization conducted via Zoom comply with the requirements of 2020 PA 246 and 249.

Printer and Scanner Buying Guide

Updated Buying Guide

An increase in remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic might be spurring you to consider buying a new printer or scanner for your home office. This recently updated buying guide outlines the specs and pricing for some of the best options, including several space-saving and affordable multifunction machines.

Obtain an Apostille

New How-To Kit

An apostille is an official government pronouncement that a document is authentic. Use this new How-To Kit for step-by-step guidance when you need to authenticate the seals and signatures of officials on any document issued by a public authority so they can be recognized in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention.

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Meet Our Contributors

Jeanne M. Hannah

Jeanne M. Hannah Law Offices

Traverse City

Practicing in the area of family law, Jeanne M. Hannah has maintained her own solo practice since 1987. Her practice is primarily concentrated in the areas of parental kidnapping (intrastate, interstate, and international), child abduction prevention,...

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News From ICLE

New Online Bankruptcy Certificate
Get expert coaching as 14 Michigan bankruptcy judges, trustees, and lawyers guide you through actual cases. Learn more: Small Business Bankruptcy: Subchapter V of Chapter 11.

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Featured Video Clips

Remote Notarization and Witnessing Update

No-Fault Update 2020

Child Support Formula Changes for 2021

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ICLE community blogs

Approaching the Bench

Q&A with Judge Karen Quinlan Valvo, 15th Judicial District Court

Noah C. Hagan | 11/02/2020

Karen Quinlan Valvo was appointed to the 15th Judicial District Court bench by Governor Rick Snyder on January 5, 2016, and elected on November 8, 2016, to complete the term. She presides over criminal, traffic, and landlord-tenant cases and the...Read More

Staff blogs

The Exoneration of Dennis Tomasik (Audio Program)

Michigan Counties Can No Longer Retain Surplus from Tax Foreclosure Sales

New MDHHS Order Tightens Restrictions on Gatherings and More

Remote Witnessing and Notarization Legislation Passed

Updated: Visitation in Residential Care Facilities per MDHHS

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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.