Michigan CLE - Business Law Courses
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Meta-Jurisprudence and Quantum Law in the Age of Artificial Swarm Intelligence
This CLE program examines the emergence of Artificial Swarm Intelligence (ASI) and its potential impact on the practice of law. Moving beyond traditional AI tools, ASI relies on networks of coordinated AI agents that can collaborate, adapt, and perform complex tasks across legal workflows, including research, compliance, contract management, litigation analysis, and strategic decision-making. As legal work increasingly incorporates interconnected AI systems, questions arise regarding su... More Info
$291General Credit -
U.S. Immigration Law Essentials: A Practitioner’s Guide to Core Principles and Processes
This CLE program provides attorneys with a practical overview of the U.S. immigration system, including the laws and procedures governing immigration status, work authorization, permanent residence, and citizenship. Participants will examine common nonimmigrant visa categories, the primary pathways to obtaining lawful permanent residence, and the requirements for naturalization. The course will also address employer obligations under federal immigration law, including employment eligibi... More Info
$291General Credit -
Crypto 201: Fundamentals, Key Developments, and Current Law and Practice
This CLE program expands on core principles to deliver a refreshed survey of the rapidly developing digital asset landscape. Attendees will examine significant legal and regulatory updates, including recent positions from the SEC on cryptocurrency, alongside practical insights into tokenization, stablecoins, smart contracts, digital asset treasuries (DATs), decentralized finance (DeFi), decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and other frequently used industry concepts. In additi... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Strategic 1031 Exchanges: Technical Foundations and Sophisticated Transactions
This CLE program explores sophisticated planning strategies and practical applications of IRC §1031 tax-deferred exchanges beyond the basic rules. Designed for attorneys with prior familiarity with exchanges, the course examines how 1031 transactions can preserve capital, increase transaction flexibility, and support broader tax and business planning objectives. Topics include key exchange rules, replacement property planning, vesting and entity restructuring issues, the impact of the T... More Info
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Global Codes of Conduct in Flux: Updating for DEI Shifts, AI, and Regulatory Change
This CLE program provides a comprehensive look at the current state of corporate codes of conduct within multinational enterprises, highlighting how evolving legal standards, workforce expectations, and emerging technologies are influencing their design and effectiveness. The discussion will differentiate between enterprise-wide ethics codes, internal employee policies, and third-party or supply chain standards, emphasizing the unique role each plays in a company’s compliance framework... More Info
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Understanding the Four Types of Intellectual Property: A Practical Introduction
This CLE program offers a practical introduction to the core categories of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Participants will examine the distinct protections each form of intellectual property provides, the circumstances in which they arise, and key considerations for identifying and preserving these rights. Designed for attorneys across practice areas, the course focuses on spotting potential intellectual property issues that may... More Info
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From Idea to Icon: Protecting Your Brand Through Trademarks
This CLE program offers attorneys a practical overview of trademark selection, protection, and enforcement across the brand lifecycle. It covers core principles of protectability, including distinctiveness and common pitfalls with weak marks, and compares common law rights with federal registration. The program also addresses clearance mistakes, modern naming risks, and effective strategies for assessing trademark availability. Attendees will learn practical approaches to identif... More Info
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Beyond the Basics: What Really Matters in Contract Review and Negotiation in the Modern Age
This CLE program offers a practical, hands-on approach to reviewing and negotiating contracts in today’s business-driven legal environment. Designed for both newer attorneys and professionals who routinely handle agreements, the course shifts the focus away from traditional doctrinal concepts and toward the provisions that materially impact risk, performance, and enforceability. Participants will work through the anatomy of a modern contract, with targeted analysis of key clauses such a... More Info
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Beyond Prompting: Advanced ChatGPT Tools for Lawyers
This in-depth CLE program is intended for attorneys who are already familiar with the fundamentals of ChatGPT and are looking to integrate it more strategically into their legal workflows. Moving beyond basic prompting techniques, the course examines more sophisticated tools and functionality within ChatGPT that can enhance productivity, streamline processes, and support day-to-day practice management. Participants will explore features such as privacy and settings controls, projects, m... More Info
$291General Credit -
Best Practices in Trust Planning: Estate, Tax, and Special Needs Strategies
This CLE program provides attorneys with a practical introduction to trust planning in the contexts of estate planning, special needs planning, and tax strategy. The course examines how trusts can be structured to address a variety of client objectives while minimizing risk and preserving long-term benefits for beneficiaries. Attendees will gain a working understanding of the key legal and drafting considerations involved in effective trust administration and design, including trustee a... More Info
$291General Credit
