Legal News > Your source for information behind the law

Calendar

October 2024

October 14 Mark the Date
Family Treatment Court focus of online program
October 14
The Michigan Judicial Institute will present “Michigan Family Treatment Court Community of Practice (CoP) Series” hosted by Problem-Solving Courts (PSC) on Monday, October 14, 11 a.m. to noon via Zoom.
The Family Treatment Court Community of Practice Series (FTC CoP) will provide opportunities for cross-system, peer-to-peer networking and learning. FTC teams are encouraged to participate in sharing barriers they are experiencing, gaining knowledge on pertinent topics, offering support through challenges, and brainstorming solutions.
This training does not offer CEU, CLE or MCJE credits.
For registration information, contact PSC@courts.mi.gov. After registering, participants will receive a separate e-mail with the Zoom credentials, 24-48 hours before the training.

Firm co-hosts 2024 Michigan Defense Industry AUSA Reception in D.C.
October 14-16
Butzel’s Aerospace and Defense Practice, in partnership with the Michigan Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation (ODAI), and Macomb County, are co-hosting the Michigan Defense Industry, Arsenal of Innovation, Annual Reception on Monday, October 14, in Washington, D.C. The co-host organizations are supported by the Macomb County Chamber and Macomb Community College.
This invitation-only event brings together global leadership from private industry and high-level military officials.
The reception coincides with the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition, which takes place from October 14-16 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C.
AUSA supports soldiers, their families, and Army civilians and provides a voice for the Army and honors those who have served.
“This special event highlights Michigan’s Defense Industry, connecting industry and government to protect and grow Michigan’s defense sector in Michigan,” said Beth S. Gotthelf, chair of the firm’s Aerospace & Defense Industry Team. “Butzel is committed to building relationships with, and supporting, Michigan’s defense industry businesses.”

Magistrates to discuss ‘Arraignments and Other Issues’
October 15
The Oakland County Bar Association will present “Arraignments and Other Issues: The Magistrate's Perspective” as a webinar Tuesday, October 15, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
This interactive seminar will review arraignments, small-claims hearings, informal hearings, and bond setting. Attendees will hear the magistrate’s perspective to better prepare for court. Additionally, a Q&A session will be featured to address any questions.
Speaking at the webinar will be Oakland County 52-1 District Court Magistrate Michael Bosnic, Oakland County 52-4 District Court Magistrate Elizabeth C. Chiappelli, Oakland County 47th District Court Magistrate Michael E. Sawicky, Oakland County 52-3 District Court Magistrate Marie Soma, and moderator J. Randall Secontine of Law Office of J. Randall Secontine PLLC.
Credit has been approved with the OCBA for 1 Criminal credit and 1 Juvenile credit.
Cost for the webinar is $12 for OCBA members pre-registration and $25 for non-members pre-registration. Oakland County MIDC court appointed attorneys can attend for free.
To register for this webinar, visit www.ocba.org and click on “events.”

Attorney explores ‘Why Worker Classification Matters’
October 15
Maddin Hauser continues its 2024 Breakfast Bites: Employment Law Series with “Stay Classy: Why Worker Classification Matters, Common Misclassification, and the Latest Trends” presented online Tuesday, October 15, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Speaking at the online program will be associate Sydney E. Wright, a member of Maddin Hauser’s Complex Litigation and Risk Advisory and Financial Services and Real Property Litigation groups. Wright’s work encompasses a range of matters, including general business and contractual disputes, real estate and mortgage litigation, general civil litigation, construction disputes, and financial services matters. Before joining Maddin Hauser, she represented hospitals, surgical centers, and rehabilitation clinics in insurance litigation matters.
Wright earned her law degree in 2018 from Michigan State University College of Law and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science in 2015 from Auburn University.
For additional information or to register for the webinar or in-person seminar, visit https://maddinhauser.com and click on “events.”

State Bar of Michigan to host virtual Lawyer Trust Account Webinar
October 15
Michigan attorneys will be able to learn how to ethically manage lawyer trust accounts during the State Bar of Michigan’s half-day virtual Lawyer Trust Account Webinar on Tuesday, October 15.
The session will cover management principles, recordkeeping resources for client and third-party funds, and practical information regarding MRPC 1.15 and 1.15A. Scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon, the webinar is open to members of the bar and their legal staff.
The cost is $25 for lawyers, other legal professionals, law students, and unlicensed graduates. Payment and completed registration must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, October 11. All materials will be emailed to the registered email address approximately one week prior to the seminar. To register, visit www.michbar.org/trustaccounts.
For additional information, contact the State Bar of Michigan Ethics Helpline at 877-558-4760 or ethics@michbar.org.

Attorneys discuss ‘Social Media in the Workplace’
October 16
The Association of Corporate Counsel, Michigan Chapter, will present the seminar “Navigating Social Media in the Workplace: Risks, Responsibilities and Best Practices” sponsored by Jackson Lewis PC on Wednesday, October 16, beginning at 4 p.m. at the Community House, 380 South Bates in Birmingham.
The seminar will offer practical insights and actionable strategies for effectively managing social media use in the workplace while safeguarding company and employees. Speaking at the program will be Marlo Johnson Roebuck, a principal in the Detroit office of Jackson Lewis, and Michelle LeBeau, Of Counsel at the Jackson Lewis Detroit office.
The ACC-MI Annual Meeting will take place immediately after the seminar.
To register for the seminar, visit www.acc.com/chapters-networks/chapters/michigan.

Disaster response, election law and AI top ABA virtual fall conference agenda
October 16-17
Legal experts will meet Oct. 16-17 during the 2024 SLG, YLD, and CRSJ Virtual Fall CLE conference, “Navigating the Currents: Exploring Emerging Issues and Careers in Disaster Response and Election Law,” sponsored by several American Bar Association entities.
The two-day virtual conference will bring together national and international experts to examine the intersection of disaster response, election law and AI, and will also explore the related legal career fields.
The 2024 SLG, YLD, and CRSJ Virtual Fall CLE Conference is sponsored by the ABA Section of State and Local Government Law, Young Lawyers Division and Section of Civil Rights and Social Justice, and cosponsored by the ABA Standing Committee on Disaster Response and Preparedness, Standing Committee on Election Law, and Task Force for American Democracy
Programs will cover topics ranging from leadership to resiliency, including:
• “Women Leaders”
• “Resilience in the Face of Disasters CLE”
• “Disaster and Resilience Legal Careers”
• “Navigating the Dangerous Waters in Election Law and AI CLE”
- Hot Topic 1: Election integrity
- Hot Topic 2: Technology and misinformation
- Hot Topic 3: Voter intimidation
• “Election Law Careers”
For additional information or to register for the conference, visit https://www.americanbar.org/groups/state_local_government.

Attorneys look at ‘Antitrust and Risk & Litigation’
October 17
As part of its Dykema Drives 2024 automotive trends webinar series, Dykema will present “Antitrust (Part I) and Risk & Litigation (Part II)” on Thursday, October 17, from 1 to 2 p.m.
During this webinar, speakers will provide valuable knowledge and practical insights into legal challenges and strategies related to the topics below and more:
• Impact of AI in antitrust regulation.
• Right to repair protection challenges.
• Updates on hot topics in product liability litigation in the automotive industry.
• Litigation arising from electric and autonomous vehicles and other emerging technologies.
• Supply chain recall and cost recovery litigation.
Speaking at the webinar will be Dykema’s Howard Iwrey, Cody Rockey, Tamara Bush, Daniela Aldape, and Deron Wade.
To register for the webinar, visit www.dykema.com and click on “News &?Insights.”

Lunch & Learn discussion to focus on victim rights
October 17
The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan’s Victim Services Training Unit will host an online lunch-time discussion between and among victim advocates. The Victim Advocates Lunch & Learn “Lettuce Talk” will take place online Thursday, October 17, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
PAAM VSTU plans to offer victim rights related topics to prompt discussion. It also looks to this opportunity as a way to maintain community among victim advocates across Michigan. This meeting is for AG advocates and prosecutor-based victim advocates only.
To register for the online discussion, visit https://michiganprosecutor.org and click on “Training Calendar.” After registration is approved, participants will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom access link.
Anyone with questions may contact Alex McGowan at McGow anA1@michigan.gov, Bill Dailey at DaileyB2@michigan.gov, or Jeannie Wernet at WernetJ@michigan.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.

‘Understanding the Autistic Client’ explored online
October 18
The Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM) will conduct the webinar “Understanding the Autistic Client” on Friday, October 18, from noon to 1:30 p.m.
The webinar will explore the unique challenges of defending the client with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Unparalleled characteristics of individuals with autism will be discussed and illustrated with actual cases. Speaker Carol Weinman will look at what requires insight and attention at various stages of the criminal justice system. She will focus on
• Potential Defenses Appropriate to the Client with ASD
• Challenges in Representing the Autistic Client
• Learning Ways to Effectively Navigate the Nuances of ASD
Weinman is an autism expert, global speaker, consultant, author and parent of an adult child with autism. She is a former Philadelphia prosecutor and criminal defense attorney recognized for her dual expertise in criminal law and autism. Weinman prepares reports and testifies at criminal and civil trials. She consults worldwide on autism with lawyers, psychologists, counselors, educators and families, and presents on autism and crime at conferences internationally. She serves on the Advisory Board of the U.S. Autism Association.
Cost for the webinar is $60 for CDAM members and $75 for non-members. To register, visit https://cdam.wildapricot.org.

Volunteer opportunity offered by ALA
October 19
The Association of Legal Administrators, Metropolitan Detroit Chapter, will take part in a volunteer opportunity on Saturday, October 19, from 8:45 a.m. to noon at Forgotten Harvest, 15000 W. 8 Mile Rd. in Oak Park.
Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. ALA has 20 volunteer spots to fill.
Forgotten Harvest fights hunger and food insecurity by delivering 144,000 pounds of surplus food per day to local charities five days a week.
Volunteers can register to help by visiting https://aladetroit.org.

Levin Center to present award winner onlin
October 22
The Carl Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy granted its 2024 Award for Excellence in Oversight Research to “Common Law Executive Privilege(s),” by Jonathan Shaub, Assistant Professor of Law at University of Kentucky’s Rosenberg College of Law. Chosen by a selection committee composed of law and political science oversight scholars and veteran practitioners, the award-winning paper emerged from a competitive field of excellent candidate papers. The award includes a $2,500 cash prize.
On Tuesday, October 22, Shaub will present his winning paper to the academic community online from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. To register for the free online presentation, visit https://levin-center.org. Anyone with questions may email 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.

Law school hosts Happy Hour in Ferndale
October 22
Wayne State University Law School will host a fall Happy Hour to reconnect and network at Urbanrest Brewing Company on Tuesday, October 22, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Wayne Law alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends will gather at Urbanrest Brewing Company located at 2615 Wolcott St. in Ferndale. Free parking is located in the parking lot next to the building and surrounding areas.
Guests who register in advance will receive a drink ticket for a free beverage.?Additional beverages are available for purchase at the venue.
To register, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.” For questions, contact Wendy Wippich, alumni relations officer for the law school, by emailing wendywippich@wayne.edu.

‘Appellate Defender Annual Fall Training’ offered online
October 22, 24, 28 and 30
The State Appellate Defender Office and Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System will conduct the “Appellate Defender Annual Fall Training” on October 22, 24, 28, and 30 via Zoom. These trainings are set up “meeting” style where attendees will have the opportunity to have their camera and microphone on to increase learning and engagement. Attendees may choose to attend all or some of the below programming.
The training schedule will feature:

—Tuesday October 22
• MAACS Town Hall, Facial Recognition, with Ramis Wadood and Phil Mayor, ACLU
• Hearsay Refresher, with Kristin LaVoy, NDS
• What a Judge Wants, What a Judge Needs, with Michigan Court of Appeals Judges Adrienne Young and Sima Patel
• MAACS Town Hall, with Patricia Maceroni, MAACS

—Thursday, October 24
• Sentencing Case Law, with Anne Yantus, Michigan Sentencing PLLC
• Changing Narratives, with Daniel Harawa, NYU Law
• Understanding MDOC Records, with Chelsea Richardson and Greg Wines, SADO

—Monday, October 28
• Resentencing Ins and Outs, with Marilena David, SADO
• Innocence Issues, with Andrea Lewis-Hartung, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
• Michigan Case Law Update, with Jessica Zimbelman, SADO

—Wednesday October 30
• Litigating Sixth Amendment Claims Outside Strickland’s Framework, with Alexis Hoag Fordjour, Brooklyn School of Law
• Standards of Review and Harmlessness, with Michael Mittlestat, SADO
• Litigating Racial Injustice, with Christina Swarns, Innocence Project
• Gearing Up for a Ginther: Prep, Tips, & Tricks, with Ali Wright, SADO
Each day has a unique registration link. To register for the online training, visit www.sado.org and click on “Upcoming Events.”
Anyone with questions may contact Marilena David at mdavid@sado.org.

‘Importance of Manualized Treatment’ explored in webinar
October 23
The Michigan Judicial Institute will present a webinar on “The Importance of Manualized Treatment” hosted by Problem-Solving Courts (PSC) on Wednesday, October 23, noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
Since the beginning of treatment courts, treatment has been embedded in the fabric that clothes treatment court participants in the wardrobe of sobriety and recovery. Team members who are not treatment-focused or specific often view treatment as an abyss or unknown and are unfamiliar with what happens in treatment settings. Treatment providers entering a multidisciplinary team whose members come from unfamiliar backgrounds are often uncertain about how to effectively carry out the actions needed to help participants change their behaviors.
This session discusses evidence-based treatment (EBT) and the importance of using manualized treatment in court. It will also emphasize the importance of maintaining fidelity to the model of the curricula incorporated into your programs to see positive outcomes and change.
Webinar attendees will;
• Learn the concept of EBT and the use of manualized treatment in treatment courts.
• Identify some EBT curricula recommended for your target population.
• Discuss fidelity and how to maintain it in your treatment court setting.
For registration information, contact PSC@courts.mi.gov. Once registration is approved, attendees will receive a confirmation e-mail with training details.

Association hosts Halloween-themed Business Partner Expo
October 23
The Metropolitan Detroit Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators is gearing up for its 2024 Business Partner Expo. The Halloween-themed event will take place Wednesday, October 23, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave. in Detroit.
ALA will be awarding a prize for best decorated booth (no costumes or props).
ALA will also be collecting donations for the Play-Place Autism & Special Needs Center in Sterling Heights. It is a non-profit, volunteer run center that provides sensory haircuts, field trips, and special-needs, sensitive respite services for children. ALA is looking for art supplies such as acrylic paint, canvases, googly eyes, and any other art activities.
To register, email Deb Castillo at dcastillo@dickinson-wright. com. For additional information, visit https://aladetroit.org.

Michigan Mobility Conference Set in Detroit
October 24
The Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) is hosting the inaugural Michigan Mobility Conference on Thursday, Oct. 24, at Newlab, 2050 15th St. in Detroit’s Corktown.
This event, hosted by OFME, will bring together the mobility ecosystem with an audience of global mobility OEMs and suppliers, new technology startups, and service providers. The conference will explore the transformative impact of Michigan mobility innovation across land, air, and sea on global communities.
“This conference will delve into the latest advancements in mobility technology, the evolution of public-private partnerships, and the pivotal role of user experience in shaping the future of transportation,” said Justine Johnson, Michigan’s chief mobility officer. “The topics discussed at this event will help to showcase the State’s ecosystem of innovative technology and strategic policy development capable of shaping the future of mobility across the globe.”
The conference will focus on three main themes of economic development, policy, and infrastructure, mirroring the State of Michigan’s Mobility Strategy, the MI Future Mobility Plan.
MICHAuto, part of the Detroit Regional Chamber, is hosting optional themed roundtables and a reception on Oct. 23 as part of the agenda.
For additional information and to register for the event, visit https://medc.cventevents.com/event/MIFutureMobilityConference/summary. Sponsorship information is available at crobar@robarpr.com.

‘No-Fault Institute XXI’ offered by MAJ in Novi
October 24-25
The Michigan Association for Justice will present its “No-Fault Institute XXI” for its plaintiff members only on Thursday and Friday, October 24-25, at the Four Points by Sheraton Novi, 27000 S. Karevich Dr. in Novi. Thursday, October 24, will be “PIP Day” and Friday, October 25, will focus on “Negligence.” Tom Sinas and Wayne Miller are moderating the institute.
Topics to be covered include;

Day 1: PIP Day
• Update on PIP Cases, with MAJ Secretary Wayne Miller, Miller & Tischler PC
• Things I’ve Learned/Mistakes I’ve Made in the Practice of Law, with MAJ Past President Deb Freid, Freid, Gallagher, Taylor, & Assoc.; Mike Battersby, The Sam Bernstein Law Firm PLLC; and Kevin McNeely, Miller & Tischler PC
• Foundations for Expert Opinion in Auto Cases, with Chad Engelhardt, Goethel, Engelhardt PLLC
• Litigating the Rescission Case, with Matt Payne, Sigal Law Firm PLLC
• Reasonable Necessity and Medical Judgement in PIP Cases, with Katie Tucker, Sinas Dramis Law Firm, and Dr. Michael Andary
• Effective Selection of Opt Out/Down, Bronson and Downer, with Richard Hillary, Miller Johnson, and Milea Vislosky, Miller & Tischler PC
• Provider Update Part I, with Steve Hulst, Rhoades McKee; Josh Havens, Law Offices of Bruce Pazner PC; and Gerald Paulovich, Anthony, Paulovich, & Worrall PLLC
• Provider Update Part II, with Pratheep Sevanthinathan, Seva Law Firm; Gary Blumberg, Gary R. Blumberg PC; and Dustin Hoff, Christensen Law
• Medical Liens in Auto Cases, with Troy Haney, Haney Law Office PC, and Richard Burns, Law Offices of Richard F. Burns Jr.
• PIP Verdicts, with Robert Dindoffer, The Health Law Partners PC
• Trial of the UM Case: Litigation and Verdict, with Chris Camper, Lipton Law

Day 2: Negligence
• Auto Neg/Tort Threshold Update, with Tom Sinas, Sinas Dramis Law Firm
• Cure Insurance, Steve Gursten, Michigan Auto Law
• Motorcycles Versus ORVs, Martin Hogg, Miller & Tischler PC, and Lisa Screen, Mike Morse Law Firm
• Releases in PIP and Tort Cases, with Fran Murphy, Fran Murphy Law PLC
• Managing Clients from Intake Through the Plaintiff’s Deposition, with Adrienne Logeman, Logeman, Iafrate, & Logeman PC
• You’ve Got a Verdict: Now What? How to Hire an Appellate Attorney and When the Best Time Is to Hire One, with Steve Hicks, Steven A. Hicks Attorney At Law
• The Current State of Causation Principles Applicable to the 1st and 3rd Party Cases, with Steve Sinas, Sinas Dramis Law Firm
• Litigating the Low Impact Case, with Josh Terebelo, Michigan Auto Law
• $27 Million Motorcycle Verdict, with Jason Waechter, Law Offices of Jason A Waechter
• Facilitation/Negotiation: Best Practices and Mistakes, with MAJ Past President Ron Weiner, Lipton Law; Dan Makarski, Secrest Wardle; and Melanie Camara, Zausmer PC
• Outstanding Third Party Verdicts, with Jon Marko, Marko Law PLLC
The seminar is open to MAJ plaintiff members only. Cost is $630 for MAJ plaintiff members, $345 for MAJ plaintiff sustaining members, $410 for MAJ plaintiff members 4 years or less of practice, and $375 for MAJ plaintiff paralegal and student members. Judges can attend for free. There will be an additional $50 charge for registering at the door.
To register, visit www.michiganjustice.org and click on “events” or call 517-321-3073.

Webinar focuses on family engagement in juvenile justice system
October 25
The Michigan Judicial Institute and Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Services will present a webinar on “Collaborative Justice: Strengthening Partnerships Between Juvenile Justice Professionals and Families” Friday, October 25, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
This webinar will explore the critical role of family engagement in the juvenile justice system, providing practical strategies and culturally based practices to foster effective collaboration. Juvenile justice professionals will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to create a unified approach that empowers both families and professionals, leading to better outcomes for youth and a more effective juvenile justice system.
Speaker, Cole Williams, executive director of The Delta Project, will discuss with viewers:
• Identifying and promoting family engagement practices that enhance communication and active participation between families and juvenile justice professionals.
• Developing essential skills to engage effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Cultivating a culturally informed and inclusive environment that ensures families feel valued and included, thereby enhancing collaborative efforts.
The webinar is intended for Juvenile Justice County Implementation Team members, courts, law enforcement, school personnel, attorneys, social service providers, and other juvenile justice stakeholders.
To register for the webinar, visit https://mjieducation.mi.gov and click on “events.” Upon registration applicants will receive an e-mail from Zoom indicating that registration is pending. Once accepted, attendees will receive the link to join the webinar. Anyone who experiences technical issues when registering should contact Prestina Whitlow at whitlowp@ courts.mi.gov.

‘Paradox of Perfectionism’ examined in SBM virtual event
October 25
The State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program will present a virtual wellness event on "The Paradox of Perfectionism: How to Shift Your Mindset for Greater Satisfaction and Success" Friday, October 25, beginning 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 focus on how perfectionism, often seen as a strength, may actually hinder professional and personal growth.
Members can sign up for the virtual event at www.michbar.org/generalinfo/ljap/home.

Webinar focuses on family engagement in juvenile justice system
October 25
The Michigan Judicial Institute and Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Services will present a webinar on “Collaborative Justice: Strengthening Partnerships Between Juvenile Justice Professionals and Families” Friday, October 25, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
This webinar will explore the critical role of family engagement in the juvenile justice system, providing practical strategies and culturally based practices to foster effective collaboration. Juvenile justice professionals will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to create a unified approach that empowers both families and professionals, leading to better outcomes for youth and a more effective juvenile justice system.
Speaker, Cole Williams, executive director of The Delta Project, will discuss with viewers:
• Identifying and promoting family engagement practices that enhance communication and active participation between families and juvenile justice professionals.
• Developing essential skills to engage effectively with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Cultivating a culturally informed and inclusive environment that ensures families feel valued and included, thereby enhancing collaborative efforts.
The webinar is intended for Juvenile Justice County Implementation Team members, courts, law enforcement, school personnel, attorneys, social service providers, and other juvenile justice stakeholders.
To register for the webinar, visit https://mjieducation.mi.gov and click on “events.” Upon registration applicants will receive an e-mail from Zoom indicating that registration is pending. Once accepted, attendees will receive the link to join the webinar. Anyone who experiences technical issues when registering should contact Prestina Whitlow at whitlowp@courts.mi.gov.

Law school to host ‘Michigan Black Migrant Convening’
October 26
Wayne State University Law School will host “Michigan Black Migrant Convening” on Thursday, October 26, from noon to 1 p.m. at Wayne Law’s Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit.
The purpose of this event is to highlight the distinctive experiences, challenges, achievements, and opportunities encountered by Black migrants in Michigan. It aims to recognize and raise awareness of the presence of Black people as immigrants and newcomers in the state, facilitate meaningful discussions between Black migrant communities, government stakeholders, and professional experts, and ultimately create practical strategies and recommendations for improving support and sense of belonging.
Invited guests include:
• Congressman Shri Tanedar
• Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib
• Senator Erica Geiss
• Dr. Alaina Jackson E.D, Global Detroit
• BLAC Council Co-Chairs Dr. Donna L. Bell and Christopher Burtley
• Chair BLAC African Diaspora Committee, Ms. Sophia Chue
• Imam Ishack, co-founder Detroit African Youth Development Organization
• Peter Hammer, director of Keith Center for Civil Rights
• Asandi Conner, director of Detroit Equity Action Lab
• Gracieuse Xavier, founding director of d’Artillery
• Fridah Kanini, founding director of Glimpse of Africa
• Akindele Akinyemi, board chair of GABA
• Joanna Dueweke - Perez, COO Prosper Us
• Shafwaan Ahmed, Office of Immigrant Affairs
• Banjor Musa, administrative chair MIARC.
For additional information on this free event, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.”

International Legal Studies Speaker Series continues
October 28
Wayne State University Law School will continue its Program for International Legal Studies Speaker Series Fall 2024 on Monday, October 28.
Guest speaker Mélida Hodgson, partner at Arnold & Porter in New York and president of the American Society of International Law, will discuss “Current Issues In International Arbitration And Litigation” from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in the Damon J. Keith Center room 2242 at Wayne Law, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit.
Free lunch will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no charge and registration is not required.

Public Notice Quick Search

Calendar

headlines Detroit

headlines National