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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Summer Meeting + Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register Now: Registration\nHousing Reservations\n  \nJoin us for the 2026 Annual Summer Meeting + Conference: For the Sake of Trial – Elevating the Craft of Trial Practice \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Opening Session\n				9:00 – 9:15 a.m. \npresented by Frederick Livingston (McDonald Baas and Livingston PLLC) & Shawn Lewis (Hewson & Van Hellemont PC) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				AI in the Courtroom: Practical Tools for Modern Trial Lawyers\n				9:15 – 10:15 a.m. \npresented by Scott Carvo – Partner\, Warner Norcross & Judd \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				[Employment Law] Artificial Intelligence\, Authentic Liability - Breakout 1\n				10:30 – 11:00 a.m. \nIf you represent an employer of just about any size\, their employees are using ChatGPT to do their work for them.  Not all of them\, but a lot of them.  This presentation will discuss what employers need to know about the risks of restrictionless AI use in the workplace\, what policies can be implemented to control liability risk\, and what liability might result from failing to properly monitor and train employees. \npresented by Andrew Cascini – Henn Lesperance PLC \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				[MedMal] Top 5 Motions In Limine - Breakout 1\n				10:30 – 11:00 a.m. \nMotions in limine are a vital but sometimes overlooked part of preparing for trial. They can lead to dispositive rulings on critical issues such as the scope of damages\, admissibility of expert testimony\, and exclusion of harmful hearsay evidence. We will explore the top 5 motions in limine to position you for success in defending the case at trial—or eliminating the need for trial altogether. \npresented by Karen E. Beach – Nauts\, Dwaihy\, Beach & Moran\, PLLC \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				[No Fault] Anatomy of a Fraud Ring - Breakout 2\n				11:05 – 11:35 a.m. \nThis session will discuss a year and half investigation of what it took to break open a fraud ring\, the players involved\, the multiple claims across numerous carriers\, and how attention to detail matters. \npresented by Robert Abramson – McDonald Baas & Livingston PLLC \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				[Employment Law] Reports of the Death of Non-Competes Are Greatly Exaggerated - Breakout 2\n				11:05 – 11:35 a.m. \nDefense attorneys who have represented employers know that when it comes to litigation\, non-compete prosecution and defense are\, well – a little bit unique. This presentation will bring attendees up to date about the legal status of non-competes in Michigan\, discuss some special wrinkles that practitioners need to keep in mind when litigating cases\, and provide some practical advice about drafting good agreements that are (hopefully!) enforceable. \npresented by Andrew Cascini – Henn Lesperance PLC \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Supreme Court Updates\n				11:40 – 11:55 a.m. \nStay current on the latest developments shaping Michigan law. This session will highlight key Michigan Supreme Court decisions\, emerging issues in pending cases\, and other notable rulings that may impact trial practice. \npresented by Carlos Escurel – Foley Baron Metzger & Juip \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Service of Process is Changing: Digital Service and Evasion in Modern Litigation\n				1:20 – 2:00 p.m. \nA look at how avoidance is evolving\, the role of digital touchpoints\, and how courts are beginning to approach alternative and digital service. We’ve been actively developing a Virtual Digital Service framework around this\, which gives some practical context to what’s coming next. \npresented by Dan Klimek Sherlock Investigations \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View from the Bench (Judges' Panel)\n				3:05 – 3:55 p.m. \nPanelists: \n\nJudge DeClercq – U.S. District Judge\, Eastern District of Michigan\nJudge James Jamo – 30th Circuit Court Judge\nJudge Michael Warren – Oakland County Circuit Court – Business Division\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Closing Remarks\n				3:55 – 4:00 p.m. \npresented by Fred Livingston – McDonald Baas & Livingston PLLC
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/2026-annual-summer-meeting/
LOCATION:Double Tree Suites\, 525 W. Lafayette Boulevard\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Defense Networking Reception (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: Registration \nJoin us after the 2026 Annual Summer Meeting to meet and greet the MDTC leaders and local attorneys. \nThis event is open to all Members\, Non-Members\, or Prospective Members. This is a chance for Members to connect with the MDTC Board and grow their professional network.
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/2026-defense-networking-reception-summer/
LOCATION:Double Tree Suites\, 525 W. Lafayette Boulevard\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Bar IV
DESCRIPTION:Register Now: Registration Link \nSponsor Now: Sponsorship/Partnership Opportunities \n 
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/battle-of-the-bar-iv/
LOCATION:The Corner Ballpark\, 1680 Michigan Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48216\, United States
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SUMMARY:30th Annual Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: Registration \nSponsor Now: Sponsorship Opportunities 
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/30th-annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Mystic Creek Golf Course\, Champions Circle\, Milford Charter Township\, MI\, 48380\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meet the Judges 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE: Meet the Judges Registration
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/meet-the-judges-2026/
LOCATION:Detroit Golf Club\, 17911 Hamilton Rd\, Detroit\, MI\, 48203\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration: Register Here \nJoin us for the 2026 Winter Meeting—an engaging day of insightful discussions\, dynamic speakers\, and valuable networking opportunities you won’t want to miss! Secure your spot and be part of a program designed to elevate your practice. \nMeeting title & speaker information coming soon! \n 
URL:https://www.mdtc.org/event/2026-annual-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel\, 21111 Haggerty Road\, Novi\, MI\, 48375\, United States
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