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    Oct. 15, 2014

    Oct. 15, 2014 – As counsel, it is presumed that we know the legal requirements related to hiring, managing a staff, and other aspects of a growing business. In this video, Milwaukee attorney Mark Goldstein talks about how to approach the human resources aspect of a firm.

    Jun. 18, 2014

    June 18, 2014 – A huge segment of the legal market, 85 percent, is untapped and lawyers need to move quickly before this segment is gobbled up by nonlawyer online legal service providers. In this video, futurist Jordan Furlong talks about this virtually untapped audience.

    Mar. 05, 2014

    March 5, 2014 – In April, Ralph Cagle will square off with Kevin Palmersheim in an election for the State Bar of Wisconsin's president-elect post. Recently, Ralph sat down for a brief Q&A to discuss why he's running, what he hopes to accomplish, and why he always keeps a pair of hiking boots in his car.

    Mar. 05, 2014

    March 5, 2014 – In April, Kevin Palmersheim will square off with Ralph Cagle in an election for the State Bar of Wisconsin's president-elect post. Recently, Kevin sat down for a brief Q&A to discuss why he's running, what he hopes to accomplish, and why Packers-Vikings games are a must-win for him before any jury trial.

    Feb. 19, 2014

    Feb. 19, 2014 – Succession planning is critical to a firm’s future viability and helps protect client interests, but it’s a very difficult and often avoided topic for most lawyers. In this video, Michael Moore explains why firms, and solo practitioners, should have a plan in place.

    Feb. 05, 2014

    Feb. 5, 2014 – What are the intangibles that differentiate lawyers who thrive from those who wither? In this video, Deborah Epstein Henry discusses the skills necessary to achieve the success and status they desire.

    Feb. 01, 2014

    Michael Moore explains why handling a death or disability in a firm ad hoc does a grave disservice to clients and the firm. Succession planning is critical to the firm’s future viability and helps protect client interests.

    Jan. 15, 2014

    Jan. 15, 2014 – In this video, Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, discusses features of the Apple and Android to consider when purchasing a Smartphone.

    Nov. 20, 2013

    Nov. 20, 2013 – In this video, State Bar Practice Management Advisor Nerino Petro discusses the 2013 Economics of Law Practice in Wisconsin Survey. Petro highlights information regarding typical attorney flat rate charges, private practice billing rates, hours per week, billing methods, and more.

    Nov. 06, 2013

    Nov. 6, 2013 – In this video, risk management expert Todd C. Scott highlights the latest trends in malpractice and shares advice on the habits and systems firms should use to keep client matters on track and avoid malpractice claims.

    Nov. 01, 2013

    In this video, State Bar Practice Management Advisor Nerino Petro discusses the 2013 Economics of Law Practice in Wisconsin Survey, recently released by the State Bar of Wisconsin. Petro highlights information regarding typical attorney flat rate charges, private practice billing rates, hours per week, billing methods, and more.

    Nov. 01, 2013

    In this video, business law practitioner Johnny Walsh performs at the Comedy Club on State Street in Madison, June 27, 2013.

    Sep. 04, 2013

    Sept. 4, 2013 – In the age of social media and viral videos, evidence of employee conduct (or misconduct) can quickly become widespread, and use of social media may cause an employer to take disciplinary action. In this video, Madison attorney Wade Harrison discusses why employers should pay close attention to this evolving area of the law.

    Aug. 02, 2013

    Aug. 2, 2013 – This video features Judge Edward Leineweber and Office of Lawyer Regulation Litigation Counsel Bill Weigel co-presenting Myths & Realities in Wisconsin’s Courts – one of Our Courts' four programs.

    Jul. 17, 2013

    July 17, 2013 – A lawyer or group of lawyers may limit legal liability and minimize income tax and payroll tax costs by forming a business as a limited liability entity. In this video, Madison attorney Joe Boucher discusses why this is one aspect of running a business lawyers should not overlook.

    Jul. 03, 2013

    July 3, 2013 – In this video, Briane Pagel, who practices consumer litigation, discusses recent changes to landlord-tenant laws while providing tips to lawyers who practice in this area.

    Jun. 19, 2013

    June 19, 2013 – The National Mock Trial Championship is coming to Madison in May 2014. In this video, longtime Mock Trial Attorney Coach and National Mock Trial Executive Committee Chair Kevin Lonergan weighs in on the importance of the competition and how members can show their support.

    Jun. 05, 2013

    June 5, 2013 – Lawyers face unique document production challenges, from the filing requirement of courts and other governmental agencies to the need to maintain confidentiality of client information and prevent unauthorized changes to documents. In this video, Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, talks about the basic PDF features all lawyers should have in their offices.

    May 15, 2013

    May 15, 2013 – Collecting a debt through legal means is a fairly straightforward process for experienced counsel, but the success of the endeavor depends on numerous variables. In this video, Jim McNeilly and Kurt Carlson discuss the five steps to debt collection.

    May 01, 2013

    Successful debt collection requires knowledge of the relevant rules and regulations. It also requires gathering and assessing all relevant information about the debt, a process that presents opportunities for collecting the amount owed without having to resort to litigation. In this video, Kurt Carlson and Jim McNeilly explain the legal process for collecting a debt.

    Mar. 06, 2013

    March 6, 2013 – Investor abuse is at an all-time high, and the elderly are most at risk. In this video, attorney Jeff Salas discusses how financial abuse occurs, reveals the tell-tale signs of investment harm, and explains how investors can bring claims for harm caused by inappropriate investment sales.

    Feb. 20, 2013

    Feb. 20, 2013 – In this video Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, discusses how easy it is to accidentally share confidential information with opposing counsel or even your clients.

    Feb. 06, 2013

    Feb. 6, 2013 – Windows 8 gives a new “look and feel” to the experience of using computers and mobile devices. In this video, Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, discusses three of the most significant changes in Windows 8.

    Feb. 01, 2013

    ​In this video, Nerino Petro Jr. demonstrates the features of the Windows 8 operating system.

    Jan. 16, 2013

    Jan. 16, 2013 – Restrictive covenants – such as noncompete agreements, nonsolicitation agreements, and confidentiality agreements – are often a term or condition of employment. In this video, Sara J. Ackermann, Ruder Ware, Wausau, discusses how to draft these agreements so they are enforceable.

    Jan. 02, 2013

    Jan. 2, 2013 – Lawyers and courts are navigating new waters when dealing with today's legal issues in the world of social media, and the law in this area can be particularly challenging because it is changes quickly. In this video, Jina L. Jonen, Wisconsin Education Association Council – Legal Department, and Judith A. Williams-Killackey, Quarles & Brady LLP, discuss social media from the employer and the employee perspective.

    Nov. 21, 2012

    ​Nov. 21, 2012 – If you use Google or cloud-based platforms, you are already part of the virtual law office scenario. In this video, Practice Management Consultant David J. Bilinsky discusses the benefits of the virtual law office, which include building a very strong and loyal virtual team, reaching out to clients, entering new markets, and serving the public interest.

    Nov. 07, 2012

    Nov. 7, 2012 – Being technically savvy with the software that's already on your computer can save you time and money. In this video, Nerino Petro State Bar practice management advisor, talks with Ross Kodner, Microlaw Inc., who picks his top three software tools. Kodner recommends exploring what your current software can do before investing in new software.

    Nov. 01, 2012

    Best practice recommends that you change your password frequently and that you don't use the same password for every website. In this video, available with the Oct. 3, 2012 issue of WisBar InsideTrack, Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, discusses passwords, password security, and ways to keep your passwords safe online.

    Oct. 17, 2012

    Oct. 17, 2012 – Discovery of electronically stored information can be expensive and time-consuming. Author Tim Edwards has some advice for attorneys facing these costs.

    Oct. 03, 2012

    Oct. 3, 2012 – Best practice recommends that you change your password frequently and that you don't use the same password for every website. In this video, Nerino Petro State Bar Practice Management Advisor discusses passwords, password security, and ways to keep your passwords safe online.

    Oct. 01, 2012

    Discovery of electronically stored information can be expensive and time-consuming. Author Tim Edwards has some advice for attorneys facing these costs.

    Sep. 17, 2012

    Sept. 19, 2012 – What is the lawyer's role when a client wants to purchase a unique asset, such as one of only 120 professional sports teams in the country? In this video, Foley & Lardner attorneys Mary K. Braza and Kevin Schulz talk about their involvement in the sports law industry, the roles of lawyers in big sports transactions, how their firm built a nationwide sports practice, and their favorite teams.

    Sep. 05, 2012

    Sept. 5, 2012 – With all the new health care rules and regulations, lawyers must be mindful of the need to be self-reporting in issues or incidents and must have systems and resources available to protect and assure compliance. In this video, Milwaukee attorney Michael Bamberger surveys developments in health law from the past year.

    Sep. 01, 2012

    Foley & Lardner attorneys Mary K. Braza and Kevin Schulz talk about their involvement in the sports law industry, the roles of lawyers in big sports transactions, how their firm built a nationwide sports practice, and their favorite teams.

    Aug. 15, 2012

    Aug. 15, 2012 – The key to successful negotiation is understanding what the other side wants or needs. In this video, Madison attorney Ralph M. Cagle discusses how emotions drive negotiation behavior and can definitely affect the outcome.

    Aug. 01, 2012

    ​Aug. 1, 2012 – The landscape of landlord-tenant rules is changing. A federal law is set to sunset in 2014, a state law has already sunset, and Gov. Walker signed 2011 Act 143. In this video, Delavan attorney Brian A. Schuk discusses changes that attorneys representing tenants and landlords need to know.

    Jul. 18, 2012

    July 18, 2012 – Greenwashing describes vague unsubstantiated or misleading environmental marketing claims. In this video, David Gilles and Matthew Kemp discuss Wisconsin's standards for labeling recycled, recyclable, and degradable products and the requirements for substantiating the energy savings created by certain products.

    Jul. 01, 2012

    At his presidential swearing-in ceremony, Klein remarked "To be a leader of an organization such as the State Bar, one must have a feel for what the members want, and must have an opinion about what should be done. The key to successful leadership, as far as I'm concerned, is the balance between those two things." Hear more from Klein in this video.

    Jun. 29, 2012

    July 5, 2012 – In this video, Christine Bremer Muggli, Wausau, discusses what to do when opposing counsel takes a "Rambo" approach and interferes with questions during a deposition or a cross-examination.

    Jun. 18, 2012

    June 20, 2012 – Jim Calloway discusses the future of law practice with State Bar of Wisconsin Practice Management Adviser Nerino Petro. A featured speaker at last week's 2012 Litigation, Dispute Resolution & Appellate Practice Institute in Wisconsin Dells, Calloway offers tips on adapting to the evolving practice of law.

    Jun. 01, 2012

    In this video, authors David Gilles and Matthew Kemp discuss how the government regulates environmental marketing claims to protect consumers from deception and confusion.

    Mar. 21, 2012

    March 21, 2012 – In this video, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Deputy Secretary Matt Moroney briefly explains legislative changes and other updates to shoreland zoning, wetland reforms, and pier regulation. In addition, Moroney discusses the "hot topic" issues the department will tackle in the foreseeable future.

    Mar. 07, 2012

    March 7, 2012 – Milwaukee attorney Michael Moore believes that law firm compensation is one of the most controversial topics in law firm management. In this video, he advises law firms to be cautious about these decisions, because efforts to improve short-term rewards may create negative, long-term damage to firm culture and value.

    Mar. 01, 2012

    In this video, Michael Moore discusses the features of successful firms’ compensation systems. How does your firm compare?

    Feb. 15, 2012

    Feb. 15, 2012 – Whether you represent plaintiffs or defendants in personal injury cases, understanding doctors' concerns and refining your communications with them can improve the doctor-lawyer relationship. In this video, Madison attorneys Guy DuBeau and Jason Knutson offer some techniques that may help you understand why doctors may be avoiding you.

    Dec. 21, 2011

    Dec. 21, 2011 – Having an efficient law practice and a good work/life balance doesn't happen by accident. In this video, Michael Moore of Moore's Law offers ideas for attorneys to implement time management into their law practices so they can be better at their jobs while also spending more time doing what they enjoy.

    Dec. 01, 2011

    The cumulative physical, emotional, and psychological effects resulting from continual exposure to others' traumatic experience – compassion fatigue – can put lawyers at risk. In this video, Deb Smith, SPD director of assigned counsel, and Linda Albert, State Bar WisLAP coordinator, discuss a groundbreaking study of State Public Defender attorneys. This study examines the impact of secondary trauma on lawyers who are continually exposed to others' traumatic experiences.

    Nov. 11, 2011

    Nov. 16, 2011 – In this video, Prof. Fredric I. Lederer discusses courtroom technology with State Bar Legal Writer Joe Forward. Lederer doesn't believe that the expense is prohibitive. Clever lawyers are already doing amazing things using iPads and other low-cost technologies, says Lederer.

    Oct. 27, 2011

    Nov. 2, 2011 – In this video, Karin Iwata discusses with State Bar Legal Writer Joe Forward how solo and small-firm lawyers can create "a prototype" business model using processes that ease the burdens associated with being both a lawyer and business owner. Iwata kicked off last week's Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference.

    Oct. 13, 2011

    In this video, Jay Miller explains how the IRS is threatening the attorney work-product doctrine and why all attorneys should care.

    Oct. 13, 2011

    Oct. 19, 2011 – In this video, Whitefish Bay lawyer Jay Miller explains how the IRS is threatening the attorney work-product doctrine and why all litigators should care. Don't miss his article in the October Wisconsin Lawyer magazine.

    Sep. 30, 2011

    Oct. 5, 2011 – In this video, State Bar Executive Director George Brown and Member Services Director Larry Martin visit Information Services staff for an entertaining overview of WisBar's new Marketplace features. The Marketplace, which launched in late September, makes it easier to find, purchase, or register State Bar products or events.

    Sep. 19, 2011

    Sept. 21, 2011 – In this video, Law Practice Management Advisor Nerino Petro and Law Firm Coach Ed Poll of LawBiz discuss best practices to prevent fee collection from becoming an issue.

    Sep. 06, 2011

    Lawyers regularly receive email messages from prospective “clients” whose goal is to trick the lawyers into transmitting funds to the message senders. In this video, Madison attorney Thomas Watson notes business loans, commercial litigation, family law, and real estate appear to be the areas of law most commonly used by scammers. Watson urges, “Be wary of clients who make contact only by email, and be careful with your online banking system, particularly when it comes to your trust accounts.”

    Aug. 29, 2011

    Sept. 7, 2011 – In this video, Madison attorney Thomas Watson, Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co., discusses electronic scams and frauds targeting lawyers. Learn how to spot fraudulent messages.

    Aug. 17, 2011

    Aug. 17, 2011 – In this video, Madison attorney Reginald A. Emshoff, Capital Valuation Group Inc., discusses the concerns and opportunities that commonly arise in buying and selling a business, including how to advise a client preparing to buy or sell a business.

    Jul. 28, 2011

    Aug. 3, 2011 – In this video, employment law attorney Luis Arroyo discusses to what degree an employer can monitor an employee's electronic activity, how such information can be used when making employment-related decisions, and how the employer can protect its information from disclosure.

    Jul. 15, 2011

    To recover for an injury caused by a defective product, plaintiffs now must prove a manufacturer rejected a reasonable alternative design that would have reduced the foreseeable danger. In this video, available online with the July 2011 Wisconsin Lawyer, coauthor Jessica Ozalp explains that the adoption of this new test of defectiveness is among the biggest changes to Wisconsin’s products liability law.

    Jun. 10, 2011

    June 15, 2011 – In this video, Madison attorneys James Peterson and Jennifer Gregor clarify basic principles of copyright infringement and plagiarism as they apply to the work of lawyers.

    Jun. 10, 2011

    July 6, 2011 – In this video, attorney Jason Greller offers advice on avoiding residential real estate pitfalls. He discusses financing contingencies in the offer to purchase, real estate condition reports, and FSBO and flat-fee commission transactions.

    Jun. 01, 2011

    Lawyers do a lot of copying. Why charge a client to create a document from scratch when you can draw from many existing sources? In this video, available online with the June 2011 Wisconsin Lawyer, the authors clarify the basic principles of copyright infringement and plagiarism, and advocate for a flexible notion of plagiarism adapted to the needs of the institutions in which lawyers work.

    May 12, 2011

    May 18, 2011 – In this video, attorney Meg Kurlinski outlines the differences between the federal and Wisconsin family and medical leave laws. Wisconsin's law, often a trap for unwary lawyers, provides greater rights to employees than the FMLA.

    May 12, 2011

    July 20, 2011 – To recover from an injury caused by a defective product, plaintiffs now must prove a manufacturer rejected a reasonable alternative design that would have reduced the foreseeable danger. In this video, Jessica Ozalp explains that this new test of defectiveness is among the biggest changes to Wisconsin's products liability law.

    May 01, 2011

    Plan ahead, know yourself, and retire with your eyes wide open, advised presenters at the State Bar PINNACLE and Senior Lawyers Division seminar “Transition to Retirement from Law Practice.” In this video, available online with the May 2011 Wisconsin Lawyer, presenters Lane Ware, Harvey Wendel, and Harry Holtz stress transitioning clients to other lawyers and preretirement planning for finances and activities.

    Apr. 28, 2011

    May 4, 2011 – Wondering about when to retire, how to retire, and what to do with your time after retirement? Plan ahead, know yourself, and retire with your eyes wide open, advised presenters at a recent seminar. In this video, presenters Lane Ware, Harvey Wendel, and Harry Holz stress transitioning clients to other lawyers and preretirement planning for finances and activities.

    Apr. 15, 2011

    April 20, 2011 — This month the State Bar reminds lawyers about the importance of promoting advance care planning with their families, friends, and clients. In this video, William Colby, attorney for the controversial Nancy Cruzan right-to-die case, talks about the legal and medical impact of these issues.

    Apr. 15, 2011

    June 1, 2011 — There are many issues related to the effective use of technology in the courtroom. In this video, Milwaukee attorneys Ronald G. Pezze and Barbara A. O'Brien offer some insight on available technologies and what lawyers need to know about using them.

    Mar. 30, 2011

    April 6, 2011 — The act of God defense — that a defendant is insulated from liability for personal injury or property damages caused by a natural cause — is rarely used. However, it may become more common in the future if predictions of catastrophic weather events caused by global warming prove true, according to attorney Tiffany Jones.

    Mar. 10, 2011

    March 16, 2011 — The Legislature changed Wisconsin's rules of evidence regarding lay and expert witness testimony for all actions filed on or after Feb. 1, 2011. Marquette Prof. Daniel Blinka, author of "The Daubert Standard in Wisconsin: A Primer" (Wisconsin Lawyer, March 2011), explains the Daubert reliability standard's effect on Wisconsin evidence rules and practice.

    Jan. 27, 2011

    Feb. 2, 2011 — In this video, Robert Mathers gives an overview of the 2010 Tax Relief Act. The law contains several changes that provide unique planning opportunities that expire at the end of 2012.

    Jan. 27, 2011

    Feb. 16, 2011 — State Bar president-elect candidates James Carney and Kevin Klein appear on video to explain what they hope to accomplish when they become State Bar president, after serving a year as president-elect. State Bar members will vote by mailed ballots in April.

    Jan. 14, 2011

    Jan. 19, 2011 — After death, will family members know how and where to access sentimental online family photos or other heirlooms? What about online financial and social media accounts? In this video, Nate Dosch and Joe Boucher talk about the importance of estate planning for digital assets.

    Jan. 05, 2011

    Jan. 5, 2010 — In this video, Justice Ann Walsh Bradley calls for nominations for two outstanding jurists to honor with annual judicial awards. The State Bar's Bench and Bar Committee is seeking nominations for the 2010 Judge of the Year and Lifetime Jurist Achievement awards. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 21, 2011.

    Dec. 15, 2010

    Dec. 15, 2010 — This digital annual report describes a sampling of the State Bar's efforts over the past year to provide resources to help lawyers thrive in today's legal and economic environment. Equally important, the State Bar brings lawyers together to improve the legal profession and the justice system.

    Nov. 23, 2010

    Dec. 1, 2010 — Google is the new yellow pages for attorneys. In fact, Google holds a 90 percent market share for law-related searches. In this video, Attorney Ken Matejka talks about marketing through Google and the different ways that law firms can optimize website design and search engine marketing to stay ahead of the curve.

    Nov. 01, 2010

    Nov. 3, 2010 — Tax attorney Rob Teuber talks about IRS audits, and the steps that lawyers should take to help their clients navigate the process. From the initial letter to the actual audit, Teuber gives sound advice for minimizing the stress associated with such an event.

    Oct. 26, 2010

    Nov. 17, 2010 — Attorney Michael Moore talks about alternative fees, why they are beneficial, and how attorneys can use them to give clients more options.

    Oct. 18, 2010

    Oct. 20, 2010 — In this video, Beth Ermatinger Hanan and Michael B. Brennan discuss their top picks in an annual review of recent Wisconsin Supreme Court and Wisconsin federal court decisions.

    Sep. 29, 2010

    Oct. 6, 2010 — Fastcase CEO Ed Walters demonstrates how to use its newest feature, Forecite, to improve your case law research. When performing a keyword search, Forecite identifies seminal cases that can easily be missed by ordinary keyword searches. State Bar members have free, unlimited access to Fastcase's national case law database.

    Jul. 15, 2009

    July 15, 2009 - In this video clip, Nerino Petro, State Bar practice management advisor, talks with Cec Vanderlip of the Wisconsin Association of Legal Administrators about the role of law firm administrators.

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    June 13, 2013 – Patrick J. Fiedler has come a long way since his first jury trial 33 years ago, and he has no intention of stopping now. Last night, the litigator and former judge took the oath to serve as the 58th president of the State Bar of Wisconsin.

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