Daily Briefs

International Legal Studies Speaker Series continues


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.

‘Paradox of Perfectionism’ examined in SBM virtual event


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.

Association hosts Halloween-themed Business Partner Expo Oct. 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.

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