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Women’s Bar Book Club to meet
September 9
The Women’s Bar Association (WBA), Oakland County region of the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, will present its next Book Club online Monday, September 9, beginning at 6 p.m. via Zoom.
For the September meeting, the club will be discussing “Attack from Within” by Barbara McQuade which shows how to identify the ways disinformation is seeping into all facets of society and how to fight against it.
McQuade is a professor from practice at the University of Michigan Law School where she teaches courses in criminal law, criminal procedure, national security, and data privacy. She is also a legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, and a co-host of the podcast #SistersInLaw.
From 2010 to 2017, McQuade served as U.S attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan. She was appointed by President Barack Obama, and was the first woman to serve in her position. Earlier in her career, McQuade worked as a sports writer and copy editor, a judicial law clerk, an associate in private practice, and an assistant U.S. attorney.
To register for this discussion and receive the Zoom link, email Janine.M.Plourde@gmail.com.

‘Intellectual Property Primer Webinar’ presented by NAABA,
September 9
National Arab American Bar Association of Michigan will present guest speakers Noor Kareem and Jake Ward of Ward Law Office as they provide a free “Intellectual Property Primer Webinar” on Monday, September 9, beginning at noon.
Kareem and Ward will address questions about intellectual property, patents, trademarks, and copyrights — along with any questions.
Discussion points will include:
• Pathways to Becoming a Patent Practitioner
• Role and Responsibilities of Patent Practitioners
• Understanding IP Differences
• When is a Patent Unnecessary?
To register to attend the free webinar, visit naabamichigan.org.

Law professor to speak on antitrust during Legal Briefs
September 9
On Monday, September 9, at noon, Wayne State University Law School will present its latest Legal Briefs program online featuring Stephen Calkins, a long-time Wayne Law faculty member, a former general counsel of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, and a former commissioner of the Irish Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
During this program, Calkins will be addressing the topic of Antitrust which has become a hot topic around the country. This past year Calkins has spoken on antitrust’s future to gatherings of federal judges and state attorneys general which led to his speaking on it for alumni, students, and friends of Wayne Law.
The Legal Briefs program highlights current legal content for alumni, students, and friends of Wayne Law. This virtual event is hosted and moderated by the law school’s development and alumni affairs team. The program’s total run time is about 1 hour, which includes presentation time and an opportunity for guests to ask questions and connect in dialogue.
To register and receive the Zoom login details, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.”

‘Genesee County Youth Safety Initiative’ discussed online
September 10
The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan and the Juvenile Justice &?School Safety Training Project will host “In the Lunchroom with Juvenile Justice: Genesee County Youth Safety Initiative” online Tuesday, September 10, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
The Genesee Youth Safety Initiative is a multi-program endeavor lead by the Prosecutor’s Office, utilizing a community task force and restorative justice practices to stem juvenile crime. During the program, Genesee County Bureau Chief Gerald D. Snodgrass II will discuss “Restorative Justice and Violence Reduction Strategies.”
There is no charge to attend this online training for prosecutors and assistant prosecutors, but you advance registration is requested. To register, visit https://michiganprosecutor.org and click on “Training Calendar.”

Webcast looks at ‘Breaking the Lawyer Perfectionist Cycle’
September 10
American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education will present the webcast “Breaking the Lawyer Perfectionist Cycle: Achieving Success Without Burnout” on Tuesday, September 10, from noon to 1 p.m.
Anyone who feels irritated when an associate submits documents that aren’t written exactly as they thought they should be, are highly critical of those around them for failing to rise to certain standards, or find it difficult to achieve a sustainable work-life balance may be suffering from perfectionism, a very common phenomenon among lawyers. In the pursuit of excellence, many lawyers fall prey to perfectionist behaviors, which can impair relationships, create both emotional and physical health problems, reduce job satisfaction, and lead to burnout.
This webcast will help attorneys learn how to distinguish between a healthy pursuit of excellence and the dangerous behaviors of perfectionism, as well as how to harness their talent and high standards to reach a new level of personal and professional success.
In this one-hour program, an attorney along with an expert in anxiety disorders and perfectionism will help attendees break the perfectionist lawyer cycle. Participants will:
• Learn what perfectionism is – and what it is not.
• Understand how perfectionism manifests in the legal setting.
• Review the dangerous consequences of perfectionism.
• Get actionable and effective strategies for achieving success without burnout.
Questions will be submitted live to the faculty and all registrants will receive downloadable course materials to accompany the program.
Cost for the webcast is $199. To register, visit www.ali-cle.org.

‘Indian Family Preservation Act’ focus of webinar
September 11
The Michigan Judicial Institute will host “Indian Family Preservation Act and the Indian Child Welfare Act: Overview of the Procedural and Substantive Provisions of the Acts Webinar” on Wednesday, September 11, from noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
For judicial officers, this lunch session will briefly address the history of both ICWA and MIFPA, then turn to the specific procedural and substantive provisions of the laws that jurists must be aware of to ensure compliance with the laws.
To register for the webinar, visit https://mjieducation.mi.gov and click on “events.”

Lectureship in Corporate Law to feature professor
September 11
Wayne State University Law School will conduct the 3rd Annual Baiardi Endowed Lectureship in Corporate Law on Wednesday, September 11, from 12:10 to 1:40 p.m. at Wayne Law’s Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit
This year, Cathy Hwang, professor of law, University of Virginia, will be presenting “Purpose and Nonprofit Enterprise.”
Hwang joined the law faculty of the University of Virginia in 2020, becoming the first Asian woman to hold a tenured position at the Law School. Her research and teaching focus on business law, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate contracts and corporate governance. During the 2022-23 school year, she was the director of the John W. Glynn Jr. Law & Business Program at the Law School.
To register for the lecture, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.”

District judge featured in latest ‘Luncheon Limine’
September 12
In its continuing efforts to foster collegiality between the Oakland County bench and bar, the Oakland County Bar Association (OCBA) will continue its “Luncheon Limine” brown bag lunch series between judges and attorneys online via Zoom. “Luncheon Limine: Meet Judge Polizzi” will take place Thursday, September 12, from noon to 1 p.m.
The Q&A series between judges and attorneys continues this September with a chance to meet and hear from newly-appointed Oakland County 52-3 District Court Judge Laura E. Polizzi who will share her preferred protocols and procedures as well as practical advice.
Participants can bring their questions (and their lunch) for an informal discussion of legal topics and practice issues.
This event is free for OCBA member and $15 for non-members. Space is limited. To register and receive the Zoom details, visit www.ocba.org and click on “events.”

Firm partners with MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers to present update
September 12
Butzel is partnering with MEMA OE Suppliers to present the 2024 OEM Terms and Conditions Update on Thursday, September 12, at the MSU Management Education Center in Troy and virtually via Zoom. The event begins with registration and breakfast at 7 a.m.; the program starts at 8 a.m.; lunch and networking will follow at noon. To register, visit www.butzel.com/events.
Butzel, a long-time partner of the annual program, will provide attendees with updates on OEM light vehicle terms and conditions and related insights to consider when working with contracts.
Butzel attorneys who will lead the program include Cynthia Haffey, Sheldon Klein, Daniel Rustmann, James Bruno, Jennifer Dukarski, Rebecca Davies, David DeVine, Kurtis Wilder and Mitchell Zajac.
Attorneys from Butzel’s Global Automotive Practice will discuss the following:
• OEM Terms and Conditions and Legal Update
• Recent Injunction Case Law Overview
• Emerging Issues
• Protecting Confidential Information Under New Enforcement Environment
• “Living on the [Cutting] Edge” – Identifying and Mitigating Risks in AI, Driverless and Software Defined Vehicles
• Material Breach – Do You Know it When You See it?
• Automotive Alternative Dispute Resolution
Updated OEM Terms and Conditions are included in the 19th edition, 2024 OEM Light Vehicle North American Production Purchase Order Contract Terms and Conditions Comparative Analysis. The book will be available at a discount with event registration, at the event, and through the end of day on September 12.
The publication compares the Terms and Conditions of BMW, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Lucid, Mazda, Mercedes, Nissan, Rivian, Scout, Stellantis, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo. The new edition includes 2023 updates for Nissan and 2024 updates for Scout Motors.

Attorney to explore ‘Client Relationships and Boundaries’
September 13
The State Appellate Defender Office and Criminal Defense Resource Center will present “Client Relationships and Boundaries” on Friday, September 13, from noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. This virtual lunchtime training is specially geared toward social workers and mitigation specialists, although anyone who works on a defense team is welcome to attend.
Leading the training will be with capital litigator Vivian Hernandez who joined the Federal Capital Trial Project as capital resource counsel in 2024. Before joining, she was a trial attorney with the Military Defense Commission Organization (MCDO), where she represented one of the 9/11 co-defendants held at Guantanamo Bay and served as the Managing Defense Counsel for the defense team. Hernandez was responsible for providing zealous representation to her client and overseeing the defense team’s day-to-day functioning. Before joining the MCDO in 2019, she served as an assistant capital defender in Northern Virginia, exclusively representing individuals charged with capital murder at the trial level.
To register for the webinar, visit www.sado.org/go/Relationships. Anyone with questions may email cdrc@sado.org.

Annual MDTC Open Golf Tournament scheduled in Milford
September 13
The Michigan Defense Trial Counsel will host its 28th Annual MDTC Open Golf Tournament on Friday, September 13, at Mystic Creek Golf Club and Banquet Center, 1 Champions Circle in Milford.
Clients, judges, and guests are welcome. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and shotgun start takes place at 9 a.m.
Golf will be played in modified scramble format. Singles/pairings are first come basis. There is no guarantee to golf with a judge unless accompanied by a judge.
Golf registration fee includes: practice range balls, greens fees, cart; lunch of hot dog or bratwurst, or Beyond Burger (vegetarian/vegan), chips, and bottled water at the turn; dinner of Italian sub, chips, and bottled water; Beverage Service of 2 drink tickets per player for the Course; 2 drink tickets per player for dinner; bottled: water, soft drink, tea, gatorade, energy drink, canned: domestic or premium beer, call liquor, and wine.
The cost is $185 per person by August 16, and $205 after August 16. Judges can attend for free. All fees must be paid on or before day of golf.
To register, visit www.mdtc.org/event/2024-28th-annual-golf-outing. For additional information, call 517-627-3745.

Social Security Lawyers Section conducts annual meeting
September 13
The Social Security Lawyers Section of the State Bar of Michigan will conduct its 2024 Annual Meeting & Fall Seminar on Friday, September 13, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Vistatech Center on the campus of Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd. in Livonia.
This full-day event will feature presentations on recent and relevant changes in the world of Social Security. Attendees will hear from seasoned experts on how to improve advocacy at different levels of review and troubleshoot common issues.
For additional information or to register, visit https://connect.michbar.org/socsecurity/home

‘Detroit, Selma, and the Civil Rights Movement’ hosted at law school
September 14
Wayne State University Law School will host “Detroit, Selma, and the Civil Rights Movement” on Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wayne Law’s Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer Ave. in Detroit.
This symposium will bring together veterans of the Civil Rights Movement to reflect on the little-known, yet significant connections between Detroit and the southern Civil Rights Movement.
While the recent dedication of Viola Liuzzo Park and monuments honoring Mrs. Liuzzo and other Detroit activists have memorialized parts of this history, the stories of Detroiters who headed South in the 1960s to fight for civil rights, voting rights, and Black liberation have gone under acknowledged for their historical significance. These stories not only expand our understanding of Detroit’s place within the Civil Rights Movement, but offer important insights and lessons about organizing for Black liberation and social justice in the 21st Century.
The full-day symposium will feature Civil Rights veterans exploring the contributions made by Detroiters to the southern Civil Rights Movement as the 60th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March and Voting Rights Act (1965) approaches. Special guests include: Dorothy Dewberry Aldridge, Bettie Mae Fikes, Rev. Bernard Lafayette, Martha Prescod, Norman Noonan, and Jeanne Theoharis.
Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided at the symposium, first come first serve. To register for the free symposium, visit https://law.wayne.edu and scroll down to “events.”

Creditors Bar hosts golf outing
September. 16
The Michigan Creditors Bar Association will host its 2024 MCBA Golf Outing featuring lunch, golf, cocktail hour, and dinner on Monday, September 16, at Wabeek Country Club, 4000 Clubgate Drive in Bloomfield Hills.
The outing follows the schedule of:
• 10 a.m. - Registration and Driving Range Open
• 11 a.m. - BBQ Lunch
• Noon - Shotgun Start
• 5 p.m. - Social/ Cocktail Hour
• 5:30 p.m. - Dinner
Cost for the outing is $1,100 per foursome, $280 per individual, $45 for lunch only, and $85 for dinner only. To register for the outing, visit https://mcba36.wildapricot.org.

Attorneys explore ‘The Anatomy of an Employment Lawsuit’
September 17
McDonald Hopkins will present the webinar “The Anatomy of an Employment Lawsuit” on Tuesday, September 17, from noon to 1 p.m.
In this day and age, it is not a matter of if, but when, a cyber attack will disrupt a business. One way to lessen the blow is to be prepared and have a informative plan in place that outlines what to do and when.
In today’s employment landscape, it is crucial for employers to be mindful of the disciplinary actions they take against their employees. Even with established policies and procedures in place, employers may still face legal challenges.
In this webinar, McDonald Hopkins attorneys Jim Boutrous and David Schelberg of the firm’s Detroit office along with Karina Conley and Julia Ross will offer operational insights on the following topics and discuss best practices for employers to follow if they are faced with a lawsuit.
Topics include:
• Proactive steps to prevent claims
• Different types of claims (Title VII, ADA, FMLA and many more)
• Employers’ role in defending claims
• What happens during a lawsuit and possible outcomes and proactive solutions
For additional information on the webinar, visit www.mcdonaldhopkins.com and click on “events.”

‘MRE Chapter 7, Experts, and Investigators’ discussed
September 17
The Oakland County Bar Association will present a seminar on “MRE Chapter 7, Experts, and Investigators” Tuesday, September 17, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the OCBA offices, 1760 S. Telegraph Rd., Suite 100, in Bloomfield Hills.
This in-person seminar will highlight MRE Chapter 7 and list strategies for hiring experts and investigators. Speaking at the program will by Michael J. McCarthy of Michael J. McCarthy PC.
Credit has been approved with the OCBA for 2 Criminal credits and 2 Juvenile credits.
Cost for the seminar 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 the seminar, visit www.ocba.org and click on “events.”

Law school to conduct Annual Red Mass
September 17
The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law invites the legal community to celebrate the 112th Annual Red Mass on Tuesday, September 17, beginning at noon at Ss. Peter & Paul Jesuit Church, 438 Saint Antoine in Detroit.
Red Mass is an occasion for judges, attorneys, civic leaders and law students of all faiths to come together and pray for blessings and strength in the coming year's work. A luncheon reception in the atrium at Detroit Mercy Law immediately follows the service.
This year’s Red Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, Archdiocese of Detroit. Fr. Joseph Daoust serves as the homilist. Michigan Court of Appeals Judge Michael J. Riordan will lead the Renewal of the Lawyer’s Oath of Commitment.
Detroit Mercy Law’s annual Red Mass dates back to 1877, when Detroit College, as the university was then known, began its first year with a Mass at Ss. Peter and Paul Jesuit Church. The School of Law continued the tradition when it opened in 1912, again hosting the Red Mass on behalf of the Archdiocese of Detroit at Ss. Peter and Paul through the present.
To register for the September 17 Red Mass, visit https://law.udmercy.edu and scroll down to “Upcoming Events.” Anyone with questions should contact Brittany at dawsonba2@udmercy.edu.

Court conducts public administrative hearing
September 18
Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 1997-11, the Michigan Supreme Court will hold a public administrative hearing on Wednesday, September 18. Speakers may appear by videoconference (Zoom); attendees who are not speaking may view the livestream on the court’s YouTube channel.
The hearing will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. Speakers will join the videoconference meeting no later than 9:30 a.m. and will be called on by the chief justice.
Speakers will be allotted three minutes each to present their views on each agenda item for which the person registered, after which the speakers may be questioned by the justices. Comments offered at a public hearing must pertain directly to an item on the public hearing agenda.
To reserve a place on the agenda, register online no later than Friday, September 13, at www.courts.michigan.gov/rules-administrative-orders-and-jury-instructions/public-administrative-hearings. Those who are not able to register online may e-mail or call the Office of Administrative Counsel at ADMComment@courts.mi.gov or 517-373-1239.
A few days before the hearing, speakers will receive an invitation to participate in the Zoom meeting. Speakers must turn on their camera in order to participate in the public hearing.
1. 2021-05 Proposed Amendment of MCR 6.302
Published at 513 Mich ___ (2024)
Issue: Whether to adopt a proposed amendment of MCR 6.302 that would require a court that has engaged in a preliminary evaluation of the sentence to inform the defendant that the final sentencing range may differ from the original estimate, and if different, advise the defendant about whether they would be permitted to withdraw their plea, and include in the evaluation a numerically quantifiable sentence term or range.
2. 2022-10 Proposed Alternative Amendments of MCR 8.126
Published at 513 Mich ___ (2024)
Issue: Whether to adopt either of the proposed alternative amendments of MCR 8.126 that would clarify and streamline the process for pro hac vice admission to practice in Michigan courts.
3. 2022-46 Proposed Amendment of MCR 3.305
Published at 513 Mich ___ (2024)
Issue: Whether to adopt a proposed amendment of MCR 3.305 that would clarify where to file a mandamus action.
4. 2024-05 Proposed Amendment of MCR 7.306
Published at 513 Mich ___ (2024)
Issue: Whether to adopt a proposed amendment of MCR 7.306 that would establish a procedure for two new original actions in the Supreme Court related to presidential elections in conformity with MCL 168.46 (as amended by 2023 PA 269) and MCL 168.845a (as adopted by 2023 PA 255).
5. 2024-09 Proposed Amendment of MCR 8.128
Published at ___ Mich ___ (2024)
Issue: Whether to adopt a proposed amendment of MCR 8.128(C) and (H) that would clarify the number of allowed terms for members of the Michigan Judicial Council.

Lunch & Learn discussion to focus on victim rights
September 19
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, September 19, 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 McGowanA1@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.

‘Skills Training 101’ offered by CDAM, OCBA
September 19-20
The Oakland County Bar Association and the Criminal Defense Association of Michigan will present “Skills Training 101” for new criminal defense attorneys with 5 or less years’ experience on Thursday and Friday, September 19-20, at the OCBA offices, 1760 South Telegraph Road, Suite 100, in Bloomfield Hills.
In this hands-on small group training, a limited group of 16 attorneys will learn about arraignments, attorney-client relationships, probable cause, preliminary examinations, circuit court motions, and more. Attendees will accrue 16 skill training hours.
Cost for the training is $640 for CDAM members ($40 per CLE hour) and $800 for non-members ($50 per CLE hour). Continental breakfast and lunch will be included. No one-day registrations are allowed. Check-in and networking begin at 8:30 a.m. Training takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
To register for the in-person training, visit https://cdam.wildapricot.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.

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