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April 2024

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State Bar of Michigan to host Virtual Wellness Event
April 26
The State Bar of Michigan’s next Virtual Wellness Event will take place on Friday, April 26, at 10 a.m.
The 90-minute online event, offered for free to all State Bar members, will feature keynote speaker Jordana Confino who will share her presentation on “Foundations for Flourishing: Leveraging the Science of Positive Psychology for Greater Well-Being, Resilience & Performance.”
Members can sign up for the event at https://michbar.wufoo. om/forms/q17mb1130aunlcp. The first 25 members to register will have the opportunity to sign up for a free future one-hour group coaching session with Confino.
The presentation will focus on the idea that career success is not necessarily the key to well-being, but rather that well-being is what fuels success. Participants can expect to learn how to apply insights from the field of positive psychology for personal and professional satisfaction, learn the elements of well-being, and walk away with a toolkit of exercises and an action plan for using them.
SBM’s Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program hosts Virtual Wellness Events biannually. To learn more, visit michbar.org/LJAP.

‘Evidence Boot Camp D’ offered by CDAM
April 27
The Criminal Defense Association of Michigan will present “Evidence Boot Camp D” on Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in person at the Macomb County Public Defender Office, 22 Market St., in Mt. Clemens.
Attendees do not have to take prior Boot Camps to attend this Boot Camp. Speaking at the hands-on small group training will be Joan Morgan of the Macomb County Public Defender Office and Mitchell Foster of Mitch Foster Law.
Cost for the online training is $320 for CDAM members and $400 non-members. Continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack will be provided. Participants will earn 8 skill training hours.
To register for the training, visit https://cdam.wildapricot.org.

‘Working with Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence’ presented online
April 30
The Prosecuting Attorney Association of Michigan’s Violence Against Women Project and Victim Services Training Unit will present the online training “Working with Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence” on Tuesday, April 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. via Zoom.
Whether new to prosecuting violence or sexual assault cases, or new to prosecution altogether, this training will provide insight on how to work with victims who have experienced circumstances and trauma unique to these crimes.
This 3-hour training will be facilitated by Jeannie Wernet, PAAM’s victim advocate specialist; Dana Deasy, training attorney for the Violence Against Women Project; and Nora Geiger, chief assistant of the Branch County Prosecutor’s Office, and previously the victim services coordinator for Calhoun County.
This will be an interactive training as opposed to a webinar, so participants should come ready to share questions, experiences, and insights. This training is now open to APA’s and AAG’s only
To register, visit https://michiganprosecutor.org and click on “Training Calendar.” Anyone with questions regarding registration should contact Katlyn Bolan at Bolank4@michigan.gov.

Association hosts 3rd Annual Khalta
April 30
The National Arab American Bar Association - Michigan Chapter (NAABA-MI) is excited to announce its 3rd Annual Khalta to celebrate the end of Arab American Heritage Month. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 30, at 6:30 p.m. at the Atheneum Hotel, 1000 Brush St. in Detroit.
In addition, NAABA-MI will honor recently retired Chief Judge Michael P. Hatty with the NAABA-MI Arab American Heritage Month Legacy Award.
Hors d’oeuvres will be provided, and a cash bar is available. Semi-formal and business casual attire recommended. Parking is available at the parking lot directly across the street.
Cost for the 3rd Annual Khalta is $40 for NAABA-MI members and $50 for non-members. Tickets and/or sponsorships may be purchased at https://naabamichigan.org/events.

Victim advocates discuss ‘Cases With Colleagues’
May 2
The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan’s Victim Services Training Unit (VSTU) will host the online discussion “Cases With Colleagues” Thursday, May 2, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
Prosecution office-based victim advocates are invited to join together for a peer-to-peer discussion about case situations victim advocates encounter. The VSTU will facilitate this discussion, encouraging attendee participation.
Victim advocates encounter multiple challenges as they navigate the criminal justice system with crime victims. Some of those challenges include helping a victim through a case that is dismissed or when there is an acquittal; cases with multiple victims; advocates working on multiple cases at one time in multiple courtrooms; working with child victims; interacting constructively with community service organizations; cases with out-of-town victims; difficulties in effectively communicating with other participants involved in the case; cases where it seems nothing is going right and more. Victim advocates can take advantage of this opportunity to share the challenges they are facing in their cases and provide mutual support to work toward positive outcomes.
To register for the online discussion, visit https://michiganprosecutor.org and click on “Training Calendar.”
Anyone with questions may contact Alex McGowan at McGow anA1@michigan.gov, Bill Dailey at DaileyB2@michigan.gov, or Jeannie Wernet at WernetJ@mich igan.gov.
This training is supported by a Crime Victim Rights Award. This award was made to the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Victim Services.

‘New Lawyer Boot Camp’ offered
May 3
The Oakland County bar Association, Oakland County Circuit Court, and Oakland County Probate Court will present a “New Lawyer Boot Camp” on Friday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Jury Assembly Room at the Oakland County Courthouse, 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. in Pontiac.
This full-day training program is specifically designed for attorneys in practice for less than five years and law students. Participants will learn from judges, judicial staff, and expert attorneys on how to navigate the court system and best represent clients. These fully-loaded practical sessions will help new attorneys become professional, confident, and successful practitioners in Oakland County and beyond.
Registration covers the cost of materials, breakfast, and a boxed lunch. When registering, participants will be required to select one of the A sessions and one of the B sessions for the afternoon.
Cost for the program is $20 for OCBA new lawyers (P# 82500+) and $15 for OCBA law students. Non-OCBA member new lawyers (P# 82500+) can attend for $25, and non-OCBA member law students can attend for $20.
To register, visit www.ocba.org and click on “Events.” Anyone with questions may email Shanay Cuthrell at scuthrell@ocba.org or call 248-334-3400.

Ginther hearings examined in SADO training
May 3
The State Appellate Defender Office and the Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System will present a training on “All about Ginther hearings: How to develop the record and litigate the issues” Friday May 3, at the Detroit offices of SADO, 3031 W. Grand Blvd., Suite 450.
In this day-long training, attendees will learn how to successfully litigate an IAC claim. The agenda includes:
• 9-9:45 a.m.—Concurrent jurisdiction and MIDC resources for MAACS attorneys in the trial court, with Patricia Maceroni
• 9:45-10 a.m.—Break
• 10-11:15 a.m.—Legal standards to meet with IAC claims-both trial and plea convictions, with Maya Menlo
• 11:15-11:30 a.m.—Break
• 11:30-1 p.m.—Working lunch (lunch provided): How to write a compelling trial court motion with supporting brief, with Brad Hall
• 1-1:15 p.m.—Break
• 1:15-2:15 p.m.—How to litigate a Ginther hearing-use of affidavits, experts, and their testimony, with Marilena David
• 2:15-3:15 p.m.—IAC issue spotting for CSC convictions, with Stephanie Farkas
• 3:15-3:30 p.m.—Closeout
To register for the training, visit www.sado.org. Anyone with questions may contact MAACS Deputy Director Patricia Maceroni at pmaceroni@sado.org.

Attorneys to discuss Chapter 11 for a marijuana business
May 7
The Oakland County Bar Association’s Debtor-Creditor Committee will present “Difficulties Filing Chapter 11 for a Marijuana Business and Restructuring Alternatives” online Tuesday, May 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. via Zoom.
This webinar will feature legal experts and focus on the current state of the law related to filing a bankruptcy for a marijuana business, difficulties a debtor will face filing such a bankruptcy as a result, and some alternatives to a bankruptcy filing that might provide more effective avenues for obtaining results.
Speaking at the webinar will be Joseph K. Grekin, Brandi M. Blasses, and John J. Stockdale of Schafer & Weiner PLLC.
Cost to pre-register for the program is $35 for OCBA members; $25 for OCBA Debtor-Creditor Committee members; $25 for OCBA new lawyers and paralegals; $45 for non-members; and OCBA students can attend for free.
To register, visit www.ocba.org and click on “Events.”

Firm hosting ‘2024 HR Spring Training Camp’ in Troy
May 7
Miller Canfield will present its “2024 HR Spring Training Camp” on Tuesday, May 7, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the MSU Management Education Center, 811 W. Square Lake Road in Troy.
Miller Canfield’s annual employment law seminar is designed for corporate counsel, human resources professionals and business executives who want to stay ahead of the ever-changing employment and legal curve.
Topics to be covered in the camp include:
• What’s Hot in Employment and Labor Law
• Empower and Accommodate: Transforming Disability and Leave Practices
• DEI Did Not Die: Reflections on Workplace Diversity After the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Harvard
• From Allegation to Action: Guiding Principles for Conducting Sexual Harassment Investigations
• Immigration Strategies and Updates
• Building Bridges: A Beginner’s Guide to Management-Union Dynamics in the Private Sector
• The AI Revolution: Navigating New Frontiers in Workplace Employment
• Polarized Workplaces: Employer Rights in Politically Charged Times
• Correcting Overtime and Worker Misclassification Issues Before They Result in Litigation
• Tax and Employee Benefits Talk: Frequent Tax Issues Facing HR & Updates on SECURE 2.0
Cost for the program is $100 per person. To register, visit millercanfield.com/2024HRSpringTraining. ?Anyone with questions should contact Heather Willis at 313-496-7902 or willis@miller canfield.com.

Women’s Bar Book Club to meet
May 7
The Women’s Bar Association (WBA), Oakland County region of the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, will present its next Book Club online Tuesday, May 7, beginning at 6 p.m. via Zoom.
For the May meeting, the club will be discussing “The Waters” by Bonnie Jo Campbell.
To register for this discussion and receive the Zoom link, email Janine.M.Plourde@gmail.com.

Conference explores access to justice research
May 8
The United States faces an access to civil justice crisis of extraordinary scale. According to the latest Legal Services Corporation Justice Gap Report, 92% of low-income Americans with civil needs cannot find adequate help to resolve their civil legal problems. To address this, the American Bar Foundation’s Access to Justice Research Initiative and Wayne State University Law School will host a conference to offer a unique opportunity for access to justice researchers, policy makers, and practitioners to critically examine how empirical research and evidence might provide answers.
“Emerging Insights from Access to Justice Research Translating Ideas into Action” will take place Wednesday, May 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at McGregor Memorial Conference Center Room BC, 495 Ferry Mall in Detroit.
There is no cost to attend this conference, but registration is required. For additional information and to register, visit www.americanbarfoundation.org/event/emerging-insights-from-access-to-justice-research.

Poletown and eminent domain focus of symposium
May 9
The Michigan Supreme Court Advocates Guild is hosting a symposium on the development of Michigan’s law on eminent domain, as moderated by Justice Brian Zahra. “The Story of Poletown — A Night of Hathcock, Eminent Domain, and the Michigan Supreme Court” will take place Thursday, May 9, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Wayne State University Law School’s Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit.
Michigan Supreme Court Justice Brian Zahra will moderate a panel featuring former Chief Justice Robert Young, the author of the Hathcock decision, former Supreme Court Justice James Ryan, the author of the dissent in Poletown, as well as Mary Massaron, the lead advocate who argued for the plaintiffs in Hathcock, who all played a role in defining Michigan law on eminent domain. A reception will take place at 6:15 p.m. following the symposium
There is no charge to attend the in-person event but those who plan to attend should register by emailing Lynn Seaks at lynnseaks@micourthistory.com.

‘Mediation Advocacy: A Best Practices Review’ offered online
May 9
The State Bar of Michigan’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, Business Law, Labor & Employment Law, and Young Lawyer Sections will present the virtual seminar “Mediation Advocacy: A Best Practices Review” on Thursday, May 9, from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Critical differences exist between traditional zealous advocacy and the skill set necessary to successfully accomplish client goals in the mediation process. The program’s panel shares time tested techniques and approaches proven to help make the most of mediation.
Topics will include:
• Differences between mediation and litigation advocacy and why the differences are important;
• Drafting and exchanging written submissions tailored to the mediation process;
• Advance and strategic planning for counsel;
• Client education and preparation;
• Best practices at the mediation table;
• Strategies when the matter doesn’t settle.
The panel will feature Shel Stark, mediator and arbitrator; Nakisha N. Chaney, Of Counsel, Salvatore, Prescott, Porter, & Porter; and moderator Michael S. Leib, Leibadr LLC.
To register for the virtual seminar, visit https://connect.michbar.org/adr/home.

Signature Event celebrates 25th year
May 9
The Oakland County Bar Foundation (OCBF) will host its 2024 Signature Event Thursday, May 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Orchard Lake Country Club, 5000 West Shore Dr. in West Bloomfield.
OCBF’s annual fundraising event is celebrating its 25th year and welcomes supporters to enjoy Orchard Lake Country Club’s beautiful lakeside location, an abundance of wonderful food and drinks, and the company of colleagues to raise money to support the mission of the OCBF.
The Signature Event is the only fundraising event for the foundation. The OCBF grants funds throughout the year to many worthy non-profit organizations in order to meet its mission of ensuring access to justice and an understanding of law in the community. This mission couldn’t be fulfilled without this event and our sponsors who support the foundation.
Cost for the event is $195 and tickets are limited. To purchase tickets, visit www.ocba.org and click on “events.”

Creditors Bar Assoc. plans spring event
May 9
The Michigan Creditors Bar Association will host its Spring Member Dinner on Thursday, May 9, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Red Run Golf Club, 2036 Rochester Rd. in Royal Oak.
The evening will include the board of directors elections, program on e-filing, along with time to network and catch up with colleagues. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. followed by the program at 6:45 p.m.
Registration is $75 for members and $95 for non-members. There will be a cash bar. Register online at https://mcba36.wildapricot.org.

Attorneys examine cybersecurity and intellectual property for webinar
May 9
As part of its Dykema Drives 2024 automotive trends webinar series, Dykema will present “Cybersecurity (Part I) and Intellectual Property (Part II)” on Thursday, May 9, from 1 to 2 p.m.
While survey results showed that ransomware and extortion tactics remain top cybersecurity concerns in the automotive industry, their prevalence has diminished, possibly due to increased investment in technologies. But with this growing emphasis on new technologies, the need for clear ownership and IP protection becomes paramount. AI’s increasing role presents complex legal challenges for the automotive sector as well.
During this webinar, speakers will discuss legal challenges and strategies related to the topics below:
• Ransomware and extortion tactics
• Data ownership and IP protection
• Emerging regulations impacting data privacy and cybersecurity
• Potential increased reliance on AI and AR for vehicle navigation
• Best practices for risk mitigation
Speaking at the webinar will be Dykema’s Dante Stella, member, Detroit; Michelle Mayfield, associate, Detroit; Thomas Moga, member, Bloomfield Hills and Washington, D.C.; Cinthia Motley, member, Chicago; and Michael Word, member, Chicago.
To register for the webinar, visit www.dykema.com and click on “News &?Insights.”

Commencement ceremony planned for Class of 2024
May 10
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law will celebrate the graduating class of 2024 at the Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 10, at 2 p.m. in Calihan Hall on the McNichols Campus of University of Detroit Mercy.
Graduates, dignitaries, and faculty are expected to arrive at Calihan no later than 1 p.m. Guests may begin to be seated in Calihan Hall at 1 p.m. and should be seated by 1:45 p.m. to make way for the academic procession.
Currently, there are no limits to the number of guests allowed per graduate for the School of Law ceremony. No tickets are required.
For additional information, visit the Commencement webpage at https://law.udmercy.edu/students/commencement.php.

Legislative oversight in digital world explored in webinar
May 10
The Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy will present the webinar “User-Friendly Oversight: Using Oversight to Encourage, Not Hinder, User-Friendly Government Efforts in the Digital Age” Friday, May 10, from 1 to 2:15 p.m. via Zoom.
The Levin Center and Jennifer Pahlka, the award-winning author of Recoding America, will explore the fundamental challenges of governance and legislative oversight in an increasingly digital world. Special guests are Representative Jeff Johnson from the South Carolina legislature and Michael Brennan from Detroit’s own Civilla discussing their efforts to bring a user-centric approach to government programs.
To register for the free webinar, visit https://levin-center.org. Anyone with questions may email the Levin Center at Wayne Law at levincenter@wayne.edu.
The Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy was established to carry on the legislative oversight legacy and public vision of U.S. Senator Carl Levin, who represented Michigan in the U.S. Senate for 36 years, longer than any other Michigan senator. The Levin Center is headquartered at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit with an office in Washington, D.C.

79th Annual Banquet planned by MAJ
May 11
The Michigan Association for Justice (MAJ) will host its 79th Annual Banquet, titled “Roaring 2024,” on Saturday, May 11, from 5:30 to 11 p.m. at MGM Grand Detroit, 1777 3rd Ave. in Detroit.
During the banquet, the MAJ will honor:
• Outgoing MAJ President Jennifer L. McManus
• Incoming MAJ President Eric Steinberg
• Senator Jeff Irwin—2024 Legislator of the Year
• MAJ Amicus Committee—2024 Champion of Justice Award
• Judge Elizabeth Gleicher & Judge Douglas Shapiro—2024 Judicial Lifetime Excellence Award
• Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson—2024 MAJ Women’s Caucus Award Of Excellence
Cost is $275 for an individual ticket, $3,000 for a banquet table (includes 10 tickets), and sitting judges can attend for free. To purchase tickets, visit www.michiganjustice.org and click on “events.”

Speakers discuss improving user experience with government programs while fighting fraud
May 13
The Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy will present the webinar “User-Friendly Oversight: Improving User Experience with Government Programs While Fighting Fraud” on Monday, May 13, from noon to 1:15 p.m. via Zoom.
The Levin Center and Jennifer Pahlka, the award-winning author of Recoding America, will present a conversation about government program design and the tension between user accessibility and program security. Special guests are Michele Evermore, former deputy director of the Department of Labor Office of Unemployment Insurance Modernization, the Pandemic Response Accountability Committee, and Alaska State Senator James Kaufman to discuss the challenges of facilitating access to government benefits versus preventing fraud.
To register for the free webinar, visit https://levin-center.org. Anyone with questions may email the Levin Center at Wayne Law at levincenter@wayne.edu.
The Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy was established to carry on the legislative oversight legacy and public vision of U.S. Senator Carl Levin, who represented Michigan in the U.S. Senate for 36 years, longer than any other Michigan senator. The Levin Center is headquartered at Wayne State University Law School in Detroit with an office in Washington, D.C.

Panel explores ‘Case Evaluation and ADR’ in webinar
May 14
The Oakland County Bar Association’s Lawyer Well-Being Committee will present “Case Evaluation and ADR—What Every Litigator Needs to Know” online Tuesday, May14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. via Zoom.
This webinar—a joint presentation by OCBA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution, Circuit Court Case Evaluation, and District Court Case Evaluation committees—will explore best practices for litigators who are appearing at case evaluation and ADR. The webinar will address what case evaluators are looking for in written and oral presentations. Attendees will learn what judges expect of parties on case evaluation and ADR and see how the recent court rule changes have affected cases and court dockets.
Speaking at the program will be Oakland County 46th District Court Judge Cynthia Arvant; Oakland County Circuit Court Chief Judge Jeffrey Matis; Robert M. Raitt, Raitt Law PLLC; Thomas L. Vitu, Advocate Mediation LLC; Steven D. Brock, Clark Hill PLC; and moderator Karen Geibel, The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, Addison Township trustee
Cost to pre-register for the program is $35 for OCBA members; $25 for OCBA DCCE/CCCE/ADR committee members; $25 for OCBA new lawyers and paralegals; $45 for non-members; and $15 for OCBA students.
To register, visit www.ocba.org and click on “Events.” Anyone with questions may call Shanay Cuthrell at 248-334-3400.

Interviewing, communication techniques examined in webinar
May 14-16
The Michigan Judicial Institute will present a webinar on “Basic Interviewing, Counseling, and Communication Techniques” Tuesday through Thursday, May14-16, beginning at 9 a.m.
This webinar is held pursuant to Michigan Supreme Court Administrative Order No. 1985-5, which states, in part: “A probation officer/caseworker . . . must complete the Michigan Judicial Institute certification training for juvenile court staff within two years after date of employment.” (Administrative Order No. 1985-5, § I.C.1.b.1.). This webinar is mandatory for all family division/juvenile court staff requiring certification.
To register for the webinar, visit https://mjieducation.mi.gov and click on “events.”

Defenders training looks at People v Poole
May 16
The Michigan State Appellate Defender Office and Criminal Defense Resource Center will present “People v Poole (2024): A Training for Defenders” online Thursday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom.
In People v Poole (2024), the Michigan Court of Appeals held that individuals who were sentenced to life without the possibility of parole as 18-year-olds are entitled to resentencing, regardless of when that sentence was imposed. This training is designed for the defense teams who will be handling Poole resentencings.
Speakers will include:
• Ashley Craythorne - assistant defender, SADO Juvenile Lifer Unit
• Tina Olson - managing attorney, SADO Juvenile Lifer Unit
• Chelsea Richardson - mitigation specialist supervisor, SADO
• Claire Ward - assistant defender, SADO Juvenile Lifer Unit
To register for the webinar, visit www.sado.org/go/Poole. For questions, email cdrc@sado.org.

Protecting firms from deepfakes and online misinformation explored in webinar
May 22
In an era where deepfakes and disinformation are rampant, safeguarding a law firm’s reputation is paramount. To hearn how to combat these digital threats, the State Bar of Michigan’s Practice Management Resource Center will offer a free upcoming webinar.
“Combatting Deepfakes and Disinformation on Social Media: Safeguarding Your Law Firm’s Reputation” will take place on Wednesday, May 22, from 2-3 p.m. via Zoom.
Key takeaways include how to:
• Proactively protect and manage a firm’s online reputation
• Implement AI-based strategies to detect and neutralize misinformation
• Formulate a strong crisis management plan
The webinar will be led by Tanner Jones, who has more than a decade of experience in law firm business development and marketing. As a leader in the digital marketing landscape for law firms, he has helped firms win web-dispute cases. He is vice president of business development for Consultwebs.
To register for the webinar, visit https://bit.ly/3Jeu5YT.

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