Michigan CLE - Corporate Law Courses
Michigan CLE
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Counseling the Startup: Legal Strategy for High-Growth Ventures
Advising startups requires a different approach than representing traditional small businesses. Early-stage companies often operate in rapidly evolving markets, pursue aggressive growth strategies, and depend on outside investment to achieve their objectives. As a result, attorneys serving startup clients are frequently called upon to provide guidance that extends beyond a single practice area and into broader business and strategic considerations. This CLE program explores the unique l... More Info
$552General Credits -
Avoiding Conflicts of Interest in Transactional Practice
Conflicts of interest are often associated with litigation, but they arise just as frequently—and often more subtly—in transactional practice. Unlike courtroom settings, where conflicts may be more visible, transactional lawyers must navigate nuanced relationships and evolving client interests that can make identifying and managing conflicts more complex. This program examines the unique conflicts challenges faced by transactional attorneys, with a focus on practical guidance in areas s... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Building Ethical Culture: The Expanding Role of Inspectors General
Fraud, waste, and abuse are commonly viewed as the defining focus of Inspector General investigations and oversight activities. While those responsibilities remain central to the IG mission, this CLE program shifts the conversation toward a broader and equally important objective: strengthening organizational ethics and cultivating a culture of integrity. This course examines how Inspectors General contribute not only through audits and investigations, but also by encouraging ethical le... 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
$552General Credits -
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
$291General Credit -
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 -
Fundamentals of the TCPA: How to Navigate Communications with the Public
This CLE program provides a focused examination of the regulatory framework governing automated communications under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and Florida’s Telephone Solicitation Statute. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how these laws apply to modern outreach methods, including autodialed calls and text messaging. The session will address key compliance obligations, common risk areas, and defensible best practices for businesses and counsel advising... More Info
$291General Credit
