Michigan Business Courts Update: Unique Insights for Business Litigators, Counselors, and Advisors

The introduction of Michigan’s business courts marked a bellwether change for litigators and business counselors and advisors in our state, a change that continues to evolve. Are you prepared?

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Thoughts, insights, and answers to your questions from business court judges:

• Hon. Brian K. Kirkham (Calhoun County)
• Hon. Pamela L. Lightvoet (Kalamazoo County)
• Hon. Jon Van Allsburg (Ottawa County)
• Hon. Christopher P. Yates (Kent County)

Also:

• Practical advice for business litigators and counselors looking for a competitive advantage by meeting and exceeding the metrics and dashboards maintained by in-house counsel
• An in-depth exploration of the use of early ADR by business clients and the hallmarks of “dispute-wise” companies
• Information for business counselors and advisors about optimal dispute resolution provisions to meet client objectives (along with invaluable sample forms and checklists)
• An update on anticipated changes to the business court statute
• New and innovative ADR techniques taught to trial judges, which should be in every litigator’s and business counselor’s toolbox

The $75 registration fee includes instruction, access to online materials, and refreshments. For more information, contact Bill Weber, PREMi's Executive Director, at (248) 644-0077 or by e-mail to execdirector@premiadr.com.