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Constitutionality of 'diploma privilege' scrutinized in legal challenge
June 3, 2009 – Wisconsin is the last state to grant licenses to graduates of its law schools without a bar exam. A class action suit in the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals disputes the rationale for the “diploma privilege” and contends that it violates the U.S. Constitution.
Workforce reductions take center stage during tough economy
June 3, 2009 – With the economic recession deepening, businesses are feeling intense pressure to cut costs. Temporary or permanent layoffs, also known as Reductions in Force, or RIFs, are difficult alternatives some companies are forced to accept. Carrying out RIFs can be tricky. Missteps may give rise to discrimination claims, back-pay liability, and other issues. John D. Finerty Jr. summarizes the many considerations that go into making this decision.
Court oks IOLTA comparable interest rule to boost revenues for low-income legal services
June 3, 2009 – A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court approved a rule relating to interest paid on funds in accounts held by lawyers on behalf of clients or third parties. The change is expected to generate more interest that funds legal services for low-income residents, but some justices worried it might put lawyers at risk for investment losses.
Unlocking your firm's potential: A look at profitability, alternative billing, and culture
June 3, 2009 – Law firm consultant Arthur G. Greene talks with Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, about aspects of maintaining a healthy firm. In this three-part video interview, Greene gives advice on law firm profitability, alternative billing methods, and law firm culture. Greene spoke at the State Bar Annual Convention on May 7.
State Bar
- Add your Web site to WisBar's online lawyer directory
- Justice Bradley recalls the late Dean Eisenberg's challenge for Marquette class of 2009 – 'Do good and do well'
- Appleton's Xavier High School finishes 21st at National Mock Trial Competition
Upcoming Events - See All
- Register now and receive a $75 discount on the 2009 Solo & Small Firm Conference
- Learn more about Fastcase legal research at free webcast seminars
- Breakfast & Business: Eggs, Ethics and Answers seminar comes to Pembine
- You didn't miss it! The June Diversity Program is in October
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Member Services
Legislative
- Joint Finance expands SPD eligibility, boosts indigent civil legal services
- Four criminal justice proposals cleared by special legislative committee
- State Bar testifies in support of the Impartial Justice bill
Practice
- Recent jury verdicts, bench decisions, settlements, and arbitration awards
- Safeguard and separate client funds into trust and operating accounts with new credit card processing program
- Mandatory appellate e-filing begins July 1, 2009
Legal Research
Practice Management
Court
- Recent jury verdicts, bench decisions, settlements, and arbitration awards
- Plea colloquy requires more than determination of defendant’s understanding of form
- Greater attention to dates of crimes necessary under state's 'three strikes' law, says Wisconsin Supreme Court
- Mandatory appellate e-filing begins July 1, 2009
- 'Momentary' swerve across centerline of road can support traffic stop
- Supreme court accepts four new cases
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Upcoming State Bar CLE Events
March 2
- Challenges of New Form 990 for Nonprofits (Telephone)
March 3
- Developments in Health Care Law (Webcast)
March 4
- Build Your Practice: Handling a Basic Divorce (Live)
- Build Your Practice: Handling a Basic Divorce (Webcast)
- Tax and Non-Tax Aspects of LLC Liquidation (Telephone)
March 5
March 9
- Workouts of Office Leases (Telephone)
March 10
- Workouts of Retail Leases (Telephone)
March 11
- 15th Annual Advanced Worker's Compensation Symposium - Webcast Replay (Webcast)
- Compensation Issues in LLCs (Telephone)
March 12
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