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- The Odd Couple: Justices to consider arbitration award reinstating lawyer when lawyer and client don't get along
- Jan. 6, 2010 — An arbitration panel found Menard, Inc. unlawfully fired its in-house counsel and ordered her reinstatement. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is asked to balance the client's right to choose its own counsel against the prohibition of gender discrimination.
- Comprehensive law regulating sale and disposal of electronics in effect on Jan. 1
- Jan. 6, 2010 — Wisconsin joins more than 20 other states that regulate the collection and disposal of electronic waste, commonly termed "e-waste."
- Tips for happier clients recognize sophisticated user of legal services
- Jan. 6, 2010 — It's a buyer's market for legal services in which successful lawyers know how to give the client what the client wants. Practice management consultant Jay Foonberg advises attorneys to keep their clients fully informed of developments.

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- Car Talk: Justices to consider when a motorist has 'run' from scene of accident
- Jan. 20, 2010 — A motorist stopped to ask if he hurt the 13-year-old boy he hit with his car before driving away without providing identification after the boy said he was unharmed. The Wisconsin Supreme Court is to decide whether hit-and-run insurance covers that boy when he subsequently discovers injuries from the accident.
- Changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure effective Dec. 1, 2009
- Jan. 20, 2010 — Lawyers handling cases in federal courts should be aware of several significant changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure that became effective Dec. 1, 2009. The most important changes involve pleadings, how time is counted under the rules, and when a summary judgment motion may be filed.
- Business guilty of UPL in Ohio now soliciting clients in Wisconsin with impunity
- Jan. 22, 2010 — An Indiana trust mill that admitted last year to engaging in the unauthorized practice of law in Ohio is now actively soliciting clients in Wisconsin for its estate planning services.

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- Scope of proposed electronic discovery rules debated at public hearing
- Feb. 3, 2010 — Some say a petition for new rules governing discovery of electronically stored information is insufficient to tackle this emerging area of law. A debate over its merits occurred during a Jan. 21 public hearing at the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
- Fundamental changes in federal estate tax law poses challenges for estate planners
- Feb. 3, 2010 — While the very mention of the words, "tax law" causes many lawyers to break out in a cold sweat, it is important that lawyers have a fundamental understanding of the impact of the repeal of the estate tax in 2010. It changes estate planning for all practitioners.
- Justices to consider defendant's use of prior false allegations of sexual assault
- Feb. 3, 2010 — After a girl accused her biological father of sexual assault, she claimed that the man who adopted her also improperly touched her. The state hopes this case will set a new standard for establishing falsity of prior allegations because Wisconsin presently has one of the laxest standards in the nation.

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- Thou shall not kill your case: Younger's 10 Commandments for cross-examination help lawyers make points, avoid gaffes
- Feb. 17, 2010 — Irving Younger's landmark instructions for cross-examination are simple enough, but wording questions to draw the most effective answer and maintaining control over a troublesome witness's testimony are harder than they appear. Law professor Stephen Easton offers tips on adopting Younger's techniques.
- Tips for marketing legal services focus on building relationships with clients
- Feb. 17, 2010 — Lawyers selling their services are most successful when they take the time to understand and fulfill the clients' true needs. Practice management consultants recommend a variety of ways to assist lawyers with creating those opportunitiesto serve clients.
- Rule-making and the Wisconsin Supreme Court: A primer
- Feb. 17, 2010 — Many hot-button issues in the legal world, such as the diploma privilege, judicial recusal, and citation to unpublished decisions, come directly before the supreme court without having worked their way through the court system. In this article, Adam Bazelon demystifies the process, guides parties interested in petitioning the court for the amendment or creation of a rule, and highlights recent changes in the rule-making process.

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- To tweet or not to tweet: Social media in Wisconsin's courts
- March 3, 2010 — Wisconsin has yet to experience a mistrial caused by the misuse of the Internet or social media in its courts. However, Wisconsin courts are closely monitoring lawyer and juror use of technology in court so they can avoid the high-profilemishaps made elsewhere. Recent changes to jury instructions and court rules now limit the use of electronic equipment for communication or Internet access.
- Board of Governors debates mandatory/voluntary status, continues discussion in May
- March 2, 2010 — The State Bar's Board of Governors continues what has been months of discussion regarding the association's mandatory structure. At its Feb. 26 meeting, the board did not act on the key elements of a resolution drafted by the Strategic Planning Committee, which asks the board to petition the Wisconsin Supreme Court to review the status of the integrated bar.
- Virtual law office: An option for lawyers in transition, new lawyers
- March 3, 2010 — With unemployment still at record levels, and an unprecedented number of experienced, and new lawyers searching for work, establishing a virtual law office or joining a virtual law firm is becoming an attractive option.

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Electronic and computer forensics evidence: Part 1

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- Virtual law offices and ethics: Is it safe to practice in the cloud?
- March 17, 2010 — The risks of a virtual law office are similar to the ethics and malpractice risks of a traditional law practice, but it may be easier to protect yourself against those risks with the technology provide by specialized software providers.In many instances, the security provided by Software as Service providers may actually be better than what a law firm currently has in place.
- Understanding lawyer compassion fatigue in Wisconsin: Public defenders participate in study
- March 17, 2010 — Although compassion fatigue has been extensively studied in first responders and other professionals who work with trauma victims, researchers have only recently begun to examine the impact on legal professionals. The Wisconsin State Public Defender is participating in a study of compassion fatigue on lawyers and support staff, and the results of that study could benefit lawyers nationwide.
- Business development: A marketing checklist for associates
- March 17, 2010 — The time to get lawyers thinking about business development is day one. While newer lawyers are mastering their profession, they must start building their network of contacts in preparation for the day when they graduate from being "worker bees" to becoming business owners. Larry Bodine offers a checklist for associates, taking them through years one through eight.

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- Health Reform Act makes significant changes for employers and their health plans
- April 7, 2010 — Recent health care reform legislation will affect nearly every group in the health care arena — employers, individuals, insurers, and medical providers. John Barlament and Kirk Pelikan discuss the legislation's impact on medium- and large-sized employers and their health plans.
- What happens to the dog in divorce? Who gets custody of Spot?
- April 7, 2010 — Divorce can be difficult enough, but what of the beloved family pet? Who gets custody of Spot? Unlike the custody of children, there is no guidance when it comes to the disposition of a pet. And, there is no uniform way Wisconsin courts handle these issues.
- Legislative activity on insurance regulation: Annuity suitability and life settlements of policies
- April 7, 2010 — The Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner seeks authority to monitor and regulate two areas of insurance sales: the suitability of the sale of annuities to consumers, and the purchase and sale of life insurance contracts by insured owners during their lifetimes. Both of these areas related to life insurance have seen rampant abuses by sellers and brokers in recent years, according to Barbara Becker.

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- Power of Attorney Act awaits governor's signature
- April 21, 2010 — The Uniform Power of Attorney for Finances and Property Act will replace Wisconsin's current statute, including the statutory form. The Act is intended to provide greater protection for persons who wish to use durable powers of attorneyand more detailed guidance for agents, as well as guidance and protection for third parties who are asked to accept powers of attorney.
- State Bar launches powerful new online research tool
- April 15, 2010 — The State Bar of Wisconsin unveiled a powerful new legal research tool — Books UnBound — a comprehensive online library that will house the entire collection of CLE publications commonly referred to as the "brown binder books."
- Stellar cast of stars honored on May 6 at the State Bar convention
- April 7, 2010 – The State Bar salutes attorneys and law students who have made contributions to the profession or the community at large during May Annual Convention in Madison.

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- Municipal court statutes receive legislative overhaul, await governor's signature
- May 5, 2010 — The Wisconsin Legislature passed and sent to Gov. Doyle SB 383, a comprehensive revision of Wis. Stat. chapters 775 and 800 regulating the creation and operation of the state's 252 municipal courts. Attorneys who practice in these courts, and those who advise municipal governments on court operations, will want to become familiar with the changes, which generally take effect on Jan. 1, 2011.
- Generational differences can impact a firm's team-oriented approach – and bottom line
- May 5, 2010 — Today's law firm employs four generations of lawyers. Social, cultural and technological events create differences in the way each generation views work, life and success. The success of a law firm depends on understanding these differencesand learning to embrace them. Panelists will discuss these issues tomorrow at the State Bar Annual Convention.
- Recent developments suggest 'green building' is here to stay
- May 5, 2010 — The "green building" movement is gaining momentum with more federal, state and local initiatives popping up across the country. While most initiatives impact the construction of state-owned buildings, other factors are impacting the privatesector as well. A panel will discuss the issues today at the State Bar's Annual Convention.

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- National report makes recommendations to address 'critical issues' related to law school and the continuing education of lawyers
- May 19, 2010 — Nearly 150 professionals from across the country recently gathered to discuss improving lawyer training and education for successful practice in today's world. To that end, working groups developed a final report with recommendations.
- Can a lawyer-mediator draft documents for a divorcing couple after mediation?
- May 19, 2010 — Can a lawyer who serves as a mediator for a divorcing pro se couple, after successful mediation, draft documents for the parties? To answer this question, according to State Bar ethics counsel Tim Pierce, first determine whether the preparation of such documents is part of the mediation process or constitutes legal work beyond the scope of the mediation.
- Inns of Court provides unique and rich opportunity for younger lawyers, solo practitioners
- May 19, 2010 — Founded in the late 1970s by Chief Justice Warren Burger, there are now more than 350 Inns of Court throughout the country, including four active Inns in Madison, Green Bay, and Milwaukee.

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- The class of 1960: Lawyers emerge as leaders in law, business, government, and education
- June 2, 2010 — The law school class of 1960 graduated during a revolutionary period. War, assassination, and civil rights defined a nation calling for change. In Wisconsin, this group of lawyers has made and continues to make lasting and positive impactson the vitality and well-being of the state and beyond. Today, the State Bar honors these members who have surpassed the 50-year milestone in the legal profession.
- Attorney not ineffective, in part because trial strategy was reasonable, supreme court holds
- May 27, 2010 — An attorney's failure to investigate certain law or facts, if based on strategic trial decisions, may still be adjudged reasonable to discharge "ineffective assistance of counsel" claims, the Wisconsin Supreme Court recently held.
- Soliciting divorce clients: Is it permissible?
- June 2, 2010 — Personal injury lawyers often use targeted direct mail to solicit clients, but is this practice permitted in other contexts?

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Business development: Four ways to get new business

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- Avoiding ethical pitfalls with electronic documents: Part 1 – Metadata
- June 16, 2010 — Hidden information within an electronic document, known as metadata, can expose lawyers to liability when it comes to confidentiality issues. Knowing what metadata is, and how to reduce liability concerning it is essential in today's practice. The following article addresses those concerns.
- States consider Uniform Bar Exam to boost cross-border employment opportunities
- June 16, 2010 — In April, Missouri became the first state to adopt a Uniform Bar Exam (UBE). Other states are considering it as a way to ease the burden on recent graduates and new lawyers. A UBE tests rules of general application, as opposed to specificstate law. Whether or not a UBE will hit Wisconsin is unknown.
- Janesville attorney still works while cycling across country
- June 16, 2010 — A few years ago, Wisconsin attorney Jim Carney set a goal to ride his bicycle across the country. Now, at age 51, he's doing it. With family in tow, Carney is using technology to stay connected to his practice while traveling 4,262 milesin 70 days.

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Never enough: Compulsive lawyer-gambler now helps others face problem

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- Avoiding ethical pitfalls with electronic documents: Part 2 – Redaction
- July 7, 2010 — With the growing incidents of identity theft — and electronic case management and filing by attorneys — redaction of personally identifiable information from court and other public records is not only a best practice, but now required in many locales. Here's what you need to know about electronic redaction and the steps necessary to ensure confidential information remains confidential.
- Wisconsin lawyers share advice on planning for disasters
- July 7, 2010 — Planning for natural disasters is an important part of practicing law. Creating a disaster plan can save a law firm from weeks, or even months, of delays. Taking the rights steps now — through measures like computer back-ups — can help your firm or business bounce back quickly from unexpected events.
- Bankruptcy and divorce: Suggestions on how to get paid and stay paid
- July 7, 2010 — Bankruptcy and divorce often go hand in hand. James McNeilly Jr. offers family law lawyers guidance on how a divorce client's bankruptcy filing can affect how they get paid — and how to minimize the risk of getting dragged into bankruptcycourt.

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Surviving the law practice shark tank: Six mistakes that can kill your practice

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- Changes to advanced fee and credit card trust account rules, effective Jan. 1
- July 21, 2010 — The Supreme Court recently adopted changes to Wisconsin's trust account rule, SCR 20:1.15, effective Jan. 1. The changes affect how lawyers deal with advanced fees and credit card trust accounts.
- Public interest protects personal emails of government employees from disclosure upon request
- July 21, 2010 — The Wisconsin Supreme Court recently handed down its decision in Schill v. Wisconsin Rapids School District. Five teachers filed suit to enjoin the school district from disclosing personal emails upon request under the public records law.
- Supreme court schedules diploma privilege debate for Sept. 30
- July 21, 2010 — On Sept. 30, the Wisconsin Supreme Court will consider a petition to extend the diploma privilege to graduates of out-of-state law schools or abolish it altogether. The State Bar seeks comments from members.

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Cloud computing: Shifting the management of law firm technology

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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will have no enforcement or supervisory authority over attorneys

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- Next generation of cross-examination: Constructive cross-examination
- Aug. 4, 2010 — For generations, the cross-examining lawyer was counseled to attack, all with the central purpose of weakening the opponent's theory of the case. Under the newest generation of constructive cross-examination, the primary goal of cross-examination changes dramatically, according to Roger Dodd, a national expert on cross-examination techniques.
- Immigration law: No longer a non-issue
- Aug. 4, 2010 — Immigration attorneys aren't the only ones dealing with immigration issues these days. Changes in immigration law and policy are impacting lawyers across many areas of practice. As two experienced immigration lawyers will tell you, immigration is an issue that that no Wisconsin attorney can ignore.
- Supreme court nixes arbitration panel's reinstatement of Menard, Inc.'s general counsel
- Aug. 4, 2010 — The Wisconsin Supreme Court held that Menard Inc.'s general counsel, reinstated by an arbitration panel after charging Menard Inc. with employment discrimination, would violate ethical obligations contrary to public policy if forced to return.

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Digital dictation: Enhancing efficiency in your practice

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- Diversity and white men: Proudman will address diversity inclusion in the legal profession at October event
- Aug. 18, 2010 — Recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented pool of attorneys is both a social good and good for business. But diversity inclusion requires more, according to Bill Proudman, a diversity consultant and featured speaker at the 2010 Diversity Counsel Program. Proudman will explain how diversity inclusion requires a partnership that includes white men at the Oct. 1 event.
- Leaving a firm: The departure letter and other ethical considerations
- Aug. 18, 2010 — Professional Ethics Committee Chair Dean Dietrich recently sat down with State Bar Ethics Counsel Tim Pierce to discuss ethical considerations when leaving a law firm. Pierce clarified misconceptions and offered advice on several topics,including the departure letter, solicitation, and proprietary information.
- Appellate rule changes: Include opinions cited in appellate briefs or petitions in accompanying appendices
- Aug. 18, 2010 — Litigants in Wisconsin's appellate courts who cite unpublished court of appeals opinions soon must include copies of those opinions in appendices accompanying any brief, petition, or response in which the opinion is cited. The changes goin effect on Jan. 1, 2011.

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- Employees vs. independent contractors: State broadens enforcement of worker misclassification issues
- Sept. 1, 2010 — A new law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2011, gives the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development substantial teeth to investigate and address worker misclassification issues involving employers engaged in construction-related services. Such employers can minimize their liability exposure now by analyzing whether they can meet the burden of establishing independent contractor status under the various legal tests, says Attorney Troy Thompson.
- Marquette's new law school promotes both traditional and modern law study
- Sept. 1, 2010 — Marquette University Law School recently opened the doors to Eckstein Hall, an $85 million facility with advanced technology and a spacious design. Dean Joseph Kearney says it's the finest law school facility in the country, and hopes itwill help students become more immersed in law school culture while expanding Marquette's ability to host major events.
- Credit for time served: Supreme court addresses rules under sentence credit statute
- Sept. 1, 2010 — A defendant, charged for a crime in Wisconsin, is later arrested and jailed in Illinois based on both Illinois and Wisconsin warrants. Does credit for time served apply to the Wisconsin sentence when the defendant is sentenced to a prisonterm that runs concurrently with the sentence in Illinois? The Wisconsin Supreme Court said yes in State v. Carter.

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The new home of Marquette University Law School

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- Juggling act: The dual role of volunteer board member and legal counsel at a nonprofit
- Sept. 15, 2010 — Volunteering as a board member for a nonprofit organization is a good way to gain exposure while serving the community, and many lawyers do so. Ultimately, a lawyer in that capacity might be called upon to answer legal questions. So howshould a lawyer proceed?
- Choosing a limited liability entity: Which form is best for your law firm?
- Sept. 15, 2010 — Perhaps because of the economy, more lawyers are considering going solo or forming small firms. Lawyers and law firms may limit the legal liability in their law practices by forming their business as an LLC, LLP, or S.C. Joseph Boucher and Jennifer Knudson offer some basic information on choosing a limited liability entity for your practice.
- Opening the door: Insuring your small business
- Sept. 15, 2010 — If you're thinking about starting your own practice or joining a small law firm, consider your insurance needs — and perhaps even enhance your employer-provided insurance coverage — before you leave your current position.

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Special legislative committee examines criminal justice funding issues

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- Lawyer is first graduate of foreign law school admitted through Wisconsin bar exam
- Oct. 6, 2010 — About 18 years ago, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that a non-U.S. law school graduate could not sit for the Wisconsin bar exam. In 2009, that situation changed. Last month, the supreme court held a swearing-in ceremony that included the first person to be admitted as a graduate of a foreign law school after passing the Wisconsin bar exam.
- Attracting the 'ideal' client: 10 rules of client service
- Oct. 6, 2010 — So what do you do to attract your ideal clients in a world where the Internet and the advice of strangers hold so much sway? It's simple: Identify your ideal clients and build your business to serve them well. Read Matt Homann's 10 rulesof client service.
- Task force identifies ways to improve the criminal justice system's response to mental illness
- Oct. 6, 2010 — Wisconsin was selected to participate in the Criminal Justice Mental Health Leadership Initiative, a national project designed to address the issues that surround mental illness and the criminal justice system. A recent report highlights Wisconsin's effort to respond.

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Fastcase's newest feature, Forecite, gets beyond the limitations of keyword searches

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Justice Prosser encourages new attorneys to become trustees of the profession – make it better than you find it

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- Is support different in high-income cases? A discussion of Ladwig and Chen
- Oct. 20, 2010 — For years, family lawyers have discussed whether child support and maintenance are evaluated differently in high-income cases. Several recent cases indicate that attorneys should be cautious in assuming that the rules are different in high-income cases, according to authors Margaret Hickey and Megann Senfleben.
- The new practitioner: Attorneys offer advice on starting, building, and maintaining a successful practice
- Oct. 20, 2010 — In tough economic times, more new lawyers are "hanging a shingle" or taking project work on a solo basis. Going it alone can be a daunting endeavor, but Ethics Counsel Tim Pierce and experienced solo practitioner Eric Raskopf have some advice for avoiding common practice mistakes.
- The changing landscape of Wisconsin search and seizure law: Defense and prosecutor perspectives
- Oct. 20, 2010 — This last term, the Wisconsin Supreme Court rendered some important decisions that change the landscape of search and seizure law under the Fourth Amendment. David Perlman, assistant attorney general for the Wisconsin Department of Justice, and Kathleen Pakes, legal counsel for the State Public Defender, discuss the impact of those cases.

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Annual review: Don't miss these recent significant court decisions

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- Don't panic: The who, what, when, and where of IRS tax audits (Part 1)
- Nov. 3, 2010 — Nobody wants to get audited by the Internal Revenue Service, but when it happens, tell your clients not to panic. Helping them understand the rules of the game can make it easier, and less stressful, to navigate the process, according to Rob Teuber.
- Client satisfaction drives law firm innovation in a new legal environment
- Nov. 3, 2010 — Foley &
- Children's mental health records: risks versus benefits of disclosure to parents or other parties
- Lardner, with a new budget management system, provides a cutting-edge tool in addressing client needs in the changing legal environment. But large firms aren't the only ones that can use innovation to keep clients happy.and presents alternatives for parents and other parties.

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- Referral fees: New ethics opinion clarifies the referring and receiving attorneys' obligations
- Nov. 17, 2010 — A new ethics opinion clarifies a lawyer's obligations when making referrals for a fee. Wisconsin Formal Ethics Opinion EF-10-02 reaffirms and replaces E-00-01, which has been withdrawn. The following article explains the obligations described in the opinion, which includes a duty to "step in" if the receiving lawyer is ever unable to serve the client's legal needs.
- Court decides e-discovery 'mandatory conference' issue, releases final e-discovery order, effective Jan. 1
- Nov. 17, 2010 — The Wisconsin Supreme Court settled an open issue regarding the electronic discovery rules issued in July. The final version of the e-discovery rules, issued Nov. 10, requires a pre-discovery conference of the parties. The rules go into effect on Jan. 1, 2011.
- Don't panic: The who, what, when and where of the IRS appeals process (Part 2)
- Nov. 17, 2010 — Failing to respond to the IRS's 90-day or 30-day deficiency letters will preclude the client from protesting the deficiency amounts asserted by the IRS. Thus, it is important that lawyers act quickly to preserve these rights on their clients' behalf.

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Office of Lawyer Regulation faces increased caseload amid budget constraints, according to 2010 annual report

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- After 22 years of representing the poor, SPD head Nick Chiarkas prepares to pass the reins
- Dec. 1, 2010 — The kid from the projects turned cop then public defender talks about his 22-year career as state public defender chief, the importance of public defenders in the justice system, the "heroes" that make up his staff, and what lies ahead.
- Don't panic: The who, what, when and where of challenges in tax court (Part 3)
- Dec. 1, 2010 — Taxpayers have different options when it comes to contesting a tax bill. Usually, taxpayers petition the U.S. Tax Court, but a taxpayer must file a tax court petition with 90 days to be heard on the matter. Tax attorney Rob Teuber explainsthe process of challenging a tax bill in court.
- Ethics opinion addresses whether a law firm webinar can create a lawyer-client relationship
- Dec. 1, 2010 — A recent State Bar of Wisconsin ethics opinion guides lawyers and law firms that contemplate using website webinars as an informational tool for clients. A webinar does not create a lawyer-client relationship, but lawyers should take proper steps to ensure that a client is aware that no such relationship is intended.

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- A glimpse: President-elect candidates share insights, prepare to visit local bars
- Dec. 15, 2010 — Attorneys James Carney and Kevin Klein, both candidates for State Bar of Wisconsin president-elect, have a lot in common. Both grew up in small Midwestern towns, both are U.W. Law School graduates, both like to fish, and both have a common goal when it comes to the State Bar: maximize member benefits and enhance the profession.
- Case selection criteria: Weighing the risks of litigation as a solo or small-firm attorney
- Dec. 15, 2010 — Before taking a new matter, it's important to thoroughly assess whether the case is worth the time and resources, especially for solo and small-firm attorneys. Attorney Catherine La Fleur offers tips to consider in determining whether thecase is right for you.
- Don't panic: The who, what, when, and where of the IRS collections process (Part 4)
- Dec. 15, 2010 — If your client is not successful in challenging the IRS at the appeals or tax court level, the IRS will assess a tax liability and transfer the case collections. Tell your client not to panic. Knowing the collections process is half the battle, says tax attorney Rob Teuber.

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