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Michigan Real Property Quarterly Update
New Legal Update
This Legal Update summarizes important real property and environmental law public acts from November 2025 through January 2026, including amendments to the Land Division Act and the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. Additionally, the update includes summaries of two Michigan Court of Appeals opinions.
Alcohol Tests Comparison Chart
New Form
When substance abuse concerns arise in a family law case, it can be challenging to know the correct resources available. If alcohol abuse is a potential issue, use this comparison chart to differentiate the different alcohol test options and decide which is most appropriate for your case.
 
Tariff Landscape After Supreme Court Ruling
New Legal Update
The U.S. Supreme Court held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize the president to impose tariffs. This Legal Update breaks down what was decided, what may happen with refunds, and what to expect going forward.
 
Substance Abuse Test Options for Family Law Cases
New Form
In a family law case involving substance abuse concerns, it is important to understand the different options available. This new chart breaks down the differences between various drug tests to allow attorneys to select the best version for their case.
 
Estate Planning with Retirement Benefits
Updated Chapter
While retirement benefits are commonly one of the largest assets for clients, this area of estate planning can be incredibly complicated. Chapter 24 of Michigan Estate Planning Handbook provides a detailed and newly updated wealth of information to assist with planning within this tricky area.
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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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Meet Our Contributors
John C. Philo
Sugar Law Center for Economic & Social Justice
Detroit
John C. Philo is of counsel to Constitutional Litigation Associates, practicing personal injury, constitutional tort, and employment law litigation, and he is the executive and legal director of the Maurice and Jane Sugar Law Center for Economic & Social...
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New Edition
Plan with confidence. Make Michigan Estate Planning Handbook your go-to resource for step-by-step guidance on drafting wills and trusts, tax considerations, trust administration, and much more. Included in the Premium Partnership.