Michigan CLE - Ethics Credit Courses
Michigan CLE
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When Enough Isn’t Enough: Eating, Sex, and Exercise Addictions in the Legal Profession
Eating, sexual activity, and exercise are typically part of a healthy lifestyle—but when these behaviors become excessive, difficult to control, or disruptive, they may indicate compulsive or addictive patterns. In the high-pressure environment of legal practice, these issues can develop quietly and carry significant professional consequences. This CLE program examines how behavioral addictions related to food, sex, and exercise can affect attorneys, including their impact on judgment,... More Info
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"So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing
One of the most consequential questions in any criminal case is simple: “So, do I have to go to jail?” For defense counsel, this question often comes from a client confronting the possibility of incarceration. For prosecutors, it reflects the gravity of decisions surrounding sentencing recommendations and the exercise of discretion. This program examines the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when attorneys address the prospect of incarceration. The cour... More Info
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Ethical Responsibilities in Law Office Management and the Supervision of Non-Lawyers
This CLE program examines the ethical framework governing law office management, with a particular focus on the supervision of non-lawyer staff and subordinate attorneys. While many practitioners are familiar with the Rules of Professional Conduct in theory, their practical application in day-to-day firm operations often presents nuanced challenges and potential risk exposure. The course will provide a comprehensive analysis of a lawyer’s supervisory responsibilities, including the duty... More Info
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Your AI Use Might Be an Ethics Violation: Evaluating Today’s AI Providers Using the Ethics Zone Framework
Artificial intelligence is rapidly being integrated into everyday legal workflows—from drafting and research to client communications—but many attorneys are unknowingly exposing themselves to ethical risk in the process. The issue is not simply whether to use AI, but how it is used and under what conditions. Different platforms—and even different subscription tiers within the same platform—carry materially different terms governing data usage, retention, and confidentiality, which can directly... More Info
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Reviewing the Attorney Advertising Rules and How They Apply to Changes in Advertising and AI-Powered Content Creation
This CLE course explores how attorneys can expand their visibility and client base while remaining fully compliant with professional responsibility rules governing advertising and solicitation. The program provides a clear overview of the regulatory landscape and offers practical direction on structuring marketing initiatives that align with ethical obligations. Participants will review common risk areas across both traditional outreach and digital channels, with a focus on avoiding mis... More Info
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
The PI Lien Playbook: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Strategies
This CLE program examines the intricate legal and ethical landscape governing personal injury lien resolution. Participants will gain a practical understanding of how to identify and analyze a wide range of lien interests, including medical providers, government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, and other third-party claimants. The course emphasizes strategic approaches to lien negotiation and reduction, along with best practices for ensuring compliance with applicable laws and professio... More Info
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
Lawyer, Tool, or Machine: Evolving Ethical Responsibility in the AI Age
This CLE program examines the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in the delivery of legal services, with particular focus on both generative systems and emerging agentic technologies capable of autonomous task execution. As AI becomes embedded in research, drafting, client communication, and workflow automation, attorneys must understand how these tools intersect with their ethical and professional responsibilities. The session analyzes key areas of risk and compliance, in... More Info
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Attorney Conflicts of Interest: What’s New in Ethics Opinions and Case Law
Conflicts of interest continue to present some of the most nuanced and consequential issues in legal ethics. This CLE program delivers a current analysis of how attorneys can identify, evaluate, and mitigate conflicts in a wide range of practice settings. Through a review of contemporary developments, participants will examine critical topics such as assessing obligations to former clients, securing and recording effective informed consent, and addressing conflict risks arising from corporate... More Info
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Four + Ethics Challenges for Civil Litigators
Ethical issues in civil litigation most often arise not from intentional misconduct, but from routine strategic decisions made under time pressure. This CLE program examines four critical ethics challenges—and a fifth, overarching obligation—that regularly confront civil litigators in today’s practice. The course reviews foundational principles of professional responsibility and applies them to common litigation scenarios, including the ethical limits of client witness preparation. It a... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Ethical Issues in Ending Client Representation and Collecting Fees
Ending an attorney–client relationship can raise significant ethical and practical challenges. This CLE program examines a lawyer’s professional obligations when withdrawing from or concluding representation, including notice requirements, protecting the client’s interests during transition, and addressing outstanding fees and expenses. Participants will gain practical guidance on navigating these issues in compliance with ethical rules, reducing risk, and managing disengagement from represent... More Info
$341Ethics Credit
