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U.S. District Court Eastern District - Two Notices

On October 5, 2026, the Judges of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of MI approved the publication of a proposed amendment and an amendment to local rules.

New ethics opinions available on accepting gifts, dealing with clients’ staff, and supporting specialty courts

Three new ethics opinions provide guidance to attorneys and judges on accepting gifts, communicating with a client’s staff/volunteers, and judges’ support of specialty courts.

MiFILE training opportunity scheduled for November 6

Judicial Information Services will host MiFile training 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the Hall of Justice, located at 925 W. Ottawa St. in Lansing.

Check for conflicts with new AI-guided intake

State Bar of Michigan members can now receive a 20% discount on Lexara Engage, an AI-guided client intake and conflict-checking platform designed for law firms.

October is Pro Bono Month in Michigan

Celebrate Pro Bono Month in October by participating in legal clinics, pro bono attorney training, law school pro bono pledges, award ceremonies, and other events.

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