Labor & Employment Law Institute

April 9–10, 2026

Saint John’s Resort, Plymouth

Where Lawyers and HR Professionals Come to Stay Current

Michigan labor and employment lawyers and HR professionals rely on this event every single year for up-to-date analysis and practical guidance on today’s most important workplace developments. Get up-to-the-minute analysis from Michigan’s leading experts on the ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEO. Plus, the latest on immigration, hybrid workforces, and more.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Get Insights Like This

Get a sense of the up-to-date content offered at the institute. Here’s a clip from Tiffany A. Buckley-Norwood’s 2025 session, “Accommodations: Pregnancy, Lactation, and More,” offering guidance on new FMLA accommodations.

Get the Critical Updates You Need

Federal Updates
Stay informed on the ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and EEO with in-depth analysis of recent legislation, executive orders, and key court decisions. Learn how these changes impact your daily practice and employer responsibilities. 

State Updates
Explore Michigan’s newest state-level requirements—covering PTO reforms, sick leave rules, and important multistate compliance considerations. Get practical answers to the challenges that Michigan employers face right now.

HR Updates
Enhance your HR strategies with timely insight on bias audits for workplace AI, social media discipline, and PTO/ESTA compliance. Take away expert tips for HR leaders, in-house counsel, and anyone who manages today’s workforce.

"I think that this is the primer for labor and employment attorneys in Michigan every year, and also for HR professionals."

-Heidi T. Sharp, The Sharp Firm PLLC, Clinton Township