Michigan CLE - Ethics Credit Courses
Michigan CLE
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Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit
There often seems to be a conflict between an attorney’s obligation to his client and the rules of ethical conduct. Your client wants you to do what’s necessary to win, but the constant news of malpractice cases, fee battles, disqualification motions and pay equity claims makes it difficult to know where the lines are. This CLE program, featuring a stellar panel of ethics practitioners, will update attorneys on new rules and opinions and help them understand their obligations, manage risks and... More Info
$652Ethics Credits -
The Ethics Gameshow
The area of attorney ethics seems to be in a constant state of flux with a steadily growing array of issues to worry about. This fascinating CLE course will cover the latest updates in legal ethics and a look ahead at what issues will arise in the coming year. The course will address privilege and confidentiality, secret recordings, mistakenly sent documents, whistle blower attorneys, fee collections, investigative deception, wrongful termination and lateral transitions. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Implicit Bias and Micro-Aggressions: Their Effect on Law Firm Culture and Success
Regardless of what business you’re in, the issues of implicit bias, diversity and inclusion has impacted your business. When it comes to the practice of law, this means attracting, providing services to and retaining an increasingly diverse clientele. This CLE course will explain how implicit bias and the automatic associations individuals make between groups as well as stereotypes about those groups may result in micro-aggression – the outcome of that bias. The course will focus specifically... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Dying for a Laugh: Lessons Learned from Lawyers in Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
The statistics for mental illness and substance abuse are rising nationwide, and yet, compared to the normal population, the statistics for attorneys and law students is striking. The degree to and rate at which they are suffering is increasingly cause for alarm. This CLE course will explain the real-life impact of these diseases on a person’s life and practice. The course will address and how and when to get help and the importance of erasing the public stigma associated with these illnesses.... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
The Realities of Mental Health and Substance Abuse and How to Practice Wellness in the Legal Profession
The impact of substance abuse and mental health issues on the legal profession is greatly misunderstood and underestimated. This CLE course will explain how to recognize the signs of impairment and inform attorneys about methods for early intervention. The course will present the various assistance programs available as well as tips for how to make wellness an integral part of an attorney’s daily life. More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
Lawyers, Thrive and Be Alive: Substance Abuse Prevention Techniques to Save Our Law Firms and Ourselves
The practice of law is known to wreak havoc on a person’s quality of life. Long hours, intense workloads and unyielding pressure can cause even the most well-balanced person becomes shells of their former selves with no time for family or friends. This CLE course, taught by lawyer and nutritional health coach Michelle Niemeyer will explain how to improve focus and boost productivity to avoid lawyer burnout so you can enjoy your practice and your life. More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
No Lawyer Left Behind: Substance Abuse Prevention Techniques to Save our Law Firms and Ourselves
Alcohol and substance abuse are an ongoing and ever-growing problem in the field of law. Combined with the statistics on mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, the numbers are indeed troubling. Part 1 of a 2 part series, this CLE course will provide lawyers and firm management with the information they need to identify and address these issues as well as prevention mechanisms that may be employed. More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
Practicing Law with Civility
The practice of law involves interactions with a wide assortment of people from clients and opposing counsel to judges and courtroom staff. This CLE course will present the impact of civility on these interactions and how the rules of professional conduct may define appropriate behavior. The course will explain the skills necessary for proper conduct and requirements of attorneys in accordance with the guidelines, including the updating of clients, dealing with opposing counsel in the facilita... More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
Professionalism & Tips for Meeting Minimal Legal Standards
For attorneys, the balance between maintaining the highest ethical standards and satisfying their legal obligations to their clients can be difficult. This CLE course will help you learn how to do both by reaching the highest goals of ethical duties while meeting the minimum requirements to your client. The course is useful across all areas of practice and is applicable to both litigators and corporate attorneys. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Professionalism in High Stakes Litigation
High-stakes litigation can often change the rules of the game. When the situation gets heated, attorneys may find their professional ethics at risk as an opponent’s advocacy of their client’s interest leads to obstructive behavior. This CLE course will teach attorneys how to address and maintain their professional ethics in real-life situations, where bending the rules may seem the only way to protect a client. The course will use real life examples, one from Florida and one from Georgia, to i... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits
