We host a variety of events throughout the year, including Housing Advocates Training sessions, our annual Fair Housing Breakfast fundraiser, educational seminars, and other community events.
Please join us for the 13th Annual Fair Housing Breakfast, a benefit supporting our mission. Guest speaker Laura Arce, Senior Vice President for Economic Initiatives at UnidosUS, will be talking with us about Hispanic homeownership, fair housing, and current trends. We are pleased to announce that the Mark Mitshkun Board of Directors Award will be presented to Jim Schaafsma, Housing Attorney with the Michigan Poverty Law Program. Real Estate professionals can earn 1 Fair Housing CE credit for attending. Tickets range from $25-75 dollars, with virtual and in person options available.
An optional two-day training in fair housing case analysis and litigation practice, led national expert Steve Tomkowiak for current and prospective cooperating attorneys. Attendees will learn what works, and what doesn’t work, in fair housing enforcement.
Topics will include: Basics of fair housing litigation, from case analysis and fee agreements to forum selection, complaint drafting, Rule 26 disclosures, discovery, testing evidence, damages, attorney fees, motion practice, trial, and negotiating settlements.
Day 1: Fair Housing Case Analysis
Monday, November 9, 9 AM – 4 PM
Learn how to conduct a high-level analysis of fair housing claims and master the best practices for remedial enforcement and litigation.
Day 2: Cooperative Attorney Training
Monday, November 16, 9 AM – 4 PM
Designed for current and prospective cooperating or pro bono attorneys serving local fair housing centers.
Attendees: Current and prospective cooperating or pro bono attorneys (Optional: MDCR Staff Attorneys), other interested attorneys
Cost: $100 per day, or $150 for both days; continental breakfast and lunch provided