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What We Do:  History of ICLE

Our story is one of Michigan law, lawyers helping lawyers, a customer-driven focus, and commitment to excellence and change.
In the 1960s, many states established continuing legal education (CLE) organizations. Such programs were needed because law schools at that time did not focus on state law or practical training. To fill this need, state CLE organizations arose. ICLE was one of the very first.
Our original founders—the State Bar of Michigan, The University of Michigan Law School, and Wayne State University Law School—entered an agreement in 1959 to establish ICLE. In later years, the Thomas M. Cooley Law School (1981), Michigan State University College of Law (1981), and University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (1997) joined as cosponsors.
The key question we’ve asked ourselves in carrying out our mission is: How can we make our educational services accurate, practical, and conveniently accessible to our customers? As the answer to this question has changed, so have our services.
Through strategic planning, we have transformed our organization from a publisher of print books and seminars designed to update lawyers on Michigan law to a provider of rich, electronic resources designed to inform, educate, and train legal professionals throughout their careers.
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
Lisa J. Hamameh
Rosati Schultz Joppich & Amtsbuechler PC
Farmington Hills
Lisa J. Hamameh is a shareholder with her firm, where she practices public entity law, particularly municipal law and land use and zoning. She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan's (SBM's) Administrative...
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