At a Glance ...

Webinar looks at prosecuting
child abuse cases


The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan’s Child Abuse Prosecution Resources unit (CAPR) will present the online training “Building Your Case for Court: Understanding the Elements of Crimes in Child Abuse Cases”on Tuesday, June 23, beginning at 9 a.m. via Zoom.

CAPR Director Pamela Maas will discuss what prosecutors need to prove to be able to establish cases and will provide with the information that can focus their investigation.

This training is for all multidisciplinary team members including prosecutors, law enforcement, children’s protective services/DHHS, forensic interviewers and other MDT partners.  

To register, visit https://michiganprosecutor.org.


Trial Advocacy Program scheduled


The Eastern District of Michigan Bar Association (EDMIBAR) will host a three-day Trial Advocacy Program designed for litigators seeking to sharpen their courtroom skills and strengthen their trial readiness.

The program will be conducted Wednesday through Friday, June 24-26, at the Theodore Levin U.S. Courthouse  in Detroit.

Participants will focus on essential advocacy techniques, including opening statements, direct and cross-examination, evidentiary challenges and persuasive closing arguments.
The program faculty will include experienced trial lawyers and members of the bench.

Cost for EDMI TAP is $400 for EDMIBAR members and $475 for non-members.  

Tor register for the program, visit https://edmibar.org/edmitap.


Billing and trust accounting mistakes
focus of ABA webinar


The American Bar Association will present the webinar on “Billing & Trust Accounting Mistakes That Undermine Client Confidence” Friday, June 26.

This session explores the lifecycle of billing and trust accounting, from time capture and invoice delivery to retainer application, reconciliation, and record retention. 

Attendees will learn to identify the process gaps and workflow breakdowns that lead to client disputes, bar complaints, and professional responsibility risk under Model Rule 1.15 and applicable state rules.

Cost for the webinar is $130.  To register, visit www.americanbar.org and click on “events.”

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