Even the best DUI lawyer can always learn something new. Because DUI statutes and laws are always changing and evolving, a good DUI lawyer will make sure that he or she learns and understands these changes.

But it goes beyond just drunk driving law; a good Michigan DUI attorney will continually educate him or herself in other aspects of practicing law, such as trial practice, jury selection (or voir dire) techniques and strategies, use of new technology in the courtroom, depositions, interrogatories, evidentiary issues, cross-examining witnesses, negotiation, etc.

Related to DUI law, a good Michigan DUI attorney will educate him or herself in police procedures related to drunk driving arrests, such as by enrolling in police training courses.

Michigan does not impose any continuing legal education requirements (CLE) on its licensed lawyers, though there are a few local CLE requirements.That said, it's even more important that the drunk driving lawyer you choose to retain takes it upon him or herself to stay continually educated. The DUI lawyer who takes the time and effort to stay educated and to improve his or her understanding and knowledge of the many facets to practicing law, is an attorney who care about his or her clients and truly desires to be the best DUI lawyer in the field of drunk driving defense practice. This is the kind of DUI lawyer you want defending you.

The Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Ann Arbor, Michigan, offers a number of seminars and certification programs for attorneys. Related to DUI law, the Institute offers a Drunk Driving Defense Update seminar. The State Bar of Michigan also offers seminars, in addition to maintaining a practice management resource center that features an education library for attorneys to borrow or purchase books related to practicing law. Additionally, there are DUI seminars and training offered throughout the country each year.

When you speak to a prospective Michigan DUI attorney to defend you, inquire about his or her education and continuing efforts to stay educated. If you cannot find a Michigan DUI attorney that cares enough about his or her clients to stay continually educated, then contact us and we will recommend an excellent Michigan DUI attorney who stays continually educated in all facets of practicing law and defending accused drunk drivers. Click on the link below to get started.