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WisBar just got a facelift ... more news; simpler, easier to navigate
June 16, 2009 – The State Bar's new home page layout now is cleaner, more visually interesting, and easier to read. The new design offers expanded news content, an improved news archive, simplified navigation, and faster access to newly released products and upcoming events, among other changes that improve accessibility.
There goes the neighborhood: Government lawyers fight crime by tackling quality-of-life problems
June 17, 2009 – Prosecutors theorize that crime occurs when a motivated offender finds a vulnerable victim in a suitable place. Using the strategy of “community prosecutions,” government lawyers are building partnerships with the community and other agencies to reduce the number of places attractive to criminals.
Regulating credit card interest rates and fees
June 17, 2009 – In the midst of economic downturn and national focus on alleged lending abuses by banks, credit card issuers have been raising interest rates and fees for many borrows. This article examines the legal framework of credit card interest rates and fees, developments in federal legislation, and impediments to effective state regulation.
Abating nuisances and community prosecutions: Madison's strategy for fighting neighborhood crime
June 17, 2009 – In this video clip, Jennifer Zilavy of the Madison City Attorney's Office explains the strategy of "community prosecutions," a means of fighting drug trafficking and other serious crimes by focusing on smaller, quality-of-life issues. She spoke at the Government Lawyers Division program at the State Bar Annual Convention in May.
State Bar
- State Bar recognizes local bars for implementing public service projects
- Foundation awards grants to public service programs – from training to court interpreters to youth diversion programs
- Justice Prosser encourages 2009 U.W. Law School graduates to build a career service to others and to the rule of law
Upcoming Events - See All
- Don't miss the 28th Annual Family Law Workshop in Door County, Aug. 6 - 8
- Fourth Door County Intellectual Property Academy in Sturgeon Bay, July 16 - 17
- 2009 Solo & Small Firm Conference extends early-bird deadline – $75 discount
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- Recent jury verdicts, bench decisions, settlements, and arbitration awards
- New S.B. 20 authorizes circuit courts to award compensatory and punitive damages
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Court
- Judge has discretion to call no witnesses at John Doe hearing, Wisconsin Supreme Court holds
- Recent jury verdicts, bench decisions, settlements, and arbitration awards
- Validity of Miranda warnings judged by totality of circumstances
- One business harmed by wrongdoing at another corporation cannot sue, Wisconsin Supreme Court says
- July 1: Unpublished opinions may be cited; court to study impact
- Commission makes recommendations for U.S. District Court, Western District
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Upcoming State Bar CLE Events
December 16
- 30th Annual Estate Planning Update (Video)
- 33rd Annual Worker's Compensation Update - Webcast Replay (Webcast)
- Asset-Backed Financing in a Tight Credit Environment (Telephone)
- Fees and Fee Collection (Telephone)
December 17
- "Know How": Fundamentals of Protecting Your Client's Trade Secrets (Telephone)
- 20th Annual Institute of Trial Practice (ABOTA) (Video)
December 18
- 60th Annual Tax School (Video)
- Admitting New Partnership Members: Tax and Non-Tax Considerations (Telephone)
- Common Representation: The Good, the Bad & the Unwaivable (Telephone)
December 21
December 22
- Legal Ethics 2009 - Webcast Replay (Webcast)
- Trustees & Beneficiaries: Managing Tensions and Conflict (Telephone)
December 29
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