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MRTA Deadline Extended
Updated Legal Update
2025 PA 13, which went into effect on September 29, 2025, once again extends the deadline for preserving certain property rights and interests in a marketable record title under the Marketable Record Title Act (MRTA), this time to September 29, 2027. Check out this updated Legal Update for a breakdown of the rights and interests affected.
MSC October Case Preview
New Legal Update
The Michigan Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a variety of cases throughout the 2025-2026 term. This new Legal Update previews the cases slated for oral argument this month, including one case on which leave to appeal has been granted and a number of cases under the mini-oral argument on the application rules.
 
Residential Purchase Agreements
Updated How-To Kit
When reviewing a residential purchasing agreement for an existing home, there are a number of steps to take to ensure a thorough review. This recently updated How-To Kit walks you through the process, including confirming the existence of essential terms, reviewing all critical provisions, and modifying the agreement as necessary.
 
H-1B Visa Updates
New Legal Update
Under a recent presidential proclamation, employers face a new $100,000 fee on certain H-1B applications, and the U.S. Department of Labor has also launched "Project Firewall" to investigate compliance with Labor Condition Applications. Check out this Legal Update to learn more about these changes and the heightened scrutiny of the H-1B program.
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Approaching the Bench
Matthew J. Franson | 08/01/2025
Hon. Andrew W. Kowalkowski was appointed judge for the 44th District Court in April 2022. Before his appointment to the bench, Judge Kowalkowski was an administrative law examiner for the Michigan Department of State, and before that, he was a...

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FinCEN Exempts U.S.-Based Companies and Individuals from CTA Reporting

FinCEN Pauses Enforcement on Beneficial Ownership Reporting Amid Litigation and Rule Changes

Medicaid Asset Limit Increases

Cannabis Law Conference Highlights

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Meet Our Contributors
Kathleen A. Cieslik
Varnum LLP
Birmingham
Kathleen A. Cieslik practices in the area of probate and estate planning, probate litigation, and nonprofit organizations. She advises clients with estates of all sizes and designs customized estate plans for the efficient management and transfer of...
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