Family Law Institute
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Views from the Bench to Help Your Growing Practice
Hear what judges want newer lawyers like yourself to know before walking into hearings, trials, and difficult family law matters.
Quick Look
Judicial insight shows up throughout the institute schedule, including guidance on:
• What helps—and hurts—when presenting evidence
• How judges approach difficult family law issues
• What to know before a referee hearing
• How courts evaluate expert use and case preparation
• What newer lawyers can do to avoid common missteps
Why It Matters
Understanding what the bench is looking for can help you prepare more effectively, sharpen your arguments, and manage client expectations with more confidence.
"It's an opportunity to all be in the same room. To be leveling a playing field that maybe we don't get in a courtroom. And to hear real-world experiences from both the bench and the bar."
-Hon. Megan K. Cavanagh, Michigan Supreme Court, Lansing