State Bar of Wisconsin

Vol. 28, No. 2, February 2008

Supreme Court takes up MJP, videoconferencing, and tribal court issues

On Jan. 8 and 9, the Wisconsin Supreme Court addressed petitions regarding the multi-jurisdictional practice of law in Wisconsin, videoconferencing in court proceedings, and the discretionary transfer of cases to tribal courts. More

Convention CLE programs range from marital cybertort to ethical email to pro se opponents

The 2008 State Bar Annual Convention offers more than 25 programs and is a cost-effective way to earn CLE credit. Here are a few program highlights. More

• 2008 Wisconsin Lawyer Directory now available; order extra copies for support staff
• Bone up on the latest case law with Wisconsin Trial Practice
• Help shape the legal profession, serve on a State Bar committee or Board of Governors
• High School Mock Trial celebrates 25 years, seeks sponsors for program
• Legal Assistance Committee grants $5,000 to pro bono program; Grants still available, apply by March 31
• Seminars focus on health care issues for the elderly, immigration law, and Spanish-speaking clients
• State Bar seeks ABA delegates for two-year terms
• TV spots featuring lawyers assisting local communities air in Milwaukee