Michigan CLE - All Courses
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War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe: Episode IV
Whether by design or happy accidents, Star Wars Episode IV raises many fascinating issues addressed by the International Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), and which international law scholars and jurists wrestle with today. This CLE course will examine the conflicts raised in the film, as well as cover real-life war crimes cases such as the trial of Adolf Eichmann, the Nuremberg trials and modern terrorism cases and drone program issues. The course will seek to determine if, under LOAC, Lei... More Info
$291General Credit -
War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe Episode V: Conflicts, Disputes and More
In this episode, we will explore the legality of Darth Vader’s droid program under international law and the law of armed conflict as well as its parallels to today’s drone programs. This CLE course will examine the Battle of Hoth, the role of military contractors such as Boba Fett in the law of war, whether Lando Calrissian’s trickery of Luke Skywalker and his friends constitutes a potential war crime, Darth Vader’s questionable treatment of detainees and the legal ramification of Luk... More Info
$291General Credit -
Walk Away With The Check: How To Win A Business Divorce Case
A bad business partner can be the downfall of even the most stalwart client. This CLE course will explain the litigation, negotiation and corporate governance expertise required to help your client in a business dispute. The course will cover the 5 corporate provisions that control partner disputes and how to devise a strategic plan to win a business divorce case. The course will also cover issues such as how to time a separation, how to end with the upper hand and valuation me... More Info
$552General Credits -
Voting Rights In The United States From Inception To The Present
The history of voting rights in the United States is both complex and fascinating, offering a window into a variety of issues such as slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction and Jim Crow, as well as the impact of other populations such as women and Native Americans. This CLE course will offer an overview of voting rights as related in Supreme Court decisions from the birth of the country to the present day. The course will explore the fundamental rights of its citizens and how that right has in... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Virtual Isolation: Is Hyperconnectivity Helping or Harming the Legal Professional?
Modern technology has taken over our lives in ways we couldn’t have possibly anticipated. Smartphones have replaced colleagues, friends and family as our most constant companions. However, like many things, their contributions to our lives comes at a price including the risk of dependence, addiction and fear. Constantly online, we find ourselves connected, but alone. Even put to the side, our electronic devices are always running. This trend has had an especially deliberating impact on... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Virtual Civil Jury Trial and Advanced Zoom Techniques: A Guideline for Remote Proceedings
This three part lecture will explain the guidelines for conducting proceedings remotely. The CLE course will begin with advanced Zoom techniques covering the entire process from initiation through bench trial. The course will then proceed to explain the tools needed for a successful virtual civil jury trial and will conclude with a panel of lawyers and a judge who will describe their recent participation in a virtual civil jury trial and what they learned from the experience. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Veterans Update: What's New from Congress, The Courts and The VA
The US has been at war for the past three decades. From Kuwait and the former Yugoslavia to Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria, the physical and mental toll on our armed forces has been extraordinary. This CLE course, presented by Commander John Wells, USN (Ret), Chairman of Military-Veterans Advocacy will explain the origin and purpose of the Department of Veteran Affairs, and try to simplify the seemingly endless regulations and procedural issues and potential pitfalls involved in their ope... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Venue Want to be Somewhere Else: Beginner's Guide to Arbitration
Arbitration is all the rage as parties try to avoid an expensive legal battle. But is arbitration the peaceful, inexpensive solution people think? This CLE course will present the Illinois Arbitration Act (710 ILCS 5/1 et. seq.) and how to handle contracts with arbitration clauses, excluding those that involve interstate commerce. The course will explain the power of arbitration panels in Illinois and how to extricate oneself from contracts that include arbitration panels. Choosing a good arbi... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Venture Capital Funds: Formation, Terms, Issues Encountered, and Other Practice Tips for Counsel
Venture capital has made it possible for many young companies to grow into major corporations. By providing extensive financial and advisory support, they manage to accomplish these goals while sparing them from the scrutiny and disclosure requirements of the public market. Familiarity with the inner workings of capital funds as well as the various concerns they face such as regulatory issues are critical for attorneys. This CLE course will present an overview of venture capital funds... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Vendor Management: Due Diligence and Oversight
Choosing new vendors can be fraught with challenges. This CLE course, presented by FINRA staff and industry practitioners, will review the most important considerations when embarking on this type of decision. The course will address how to find technical solutions that fit your firm as well as best practices for conducting a due diligence review. Contract issue, new software implementation and an in-depth understanding of its limitations will be provided. The course will help you crea... More Info
$291General Credit
