Schedule

Session Description:

Digital forensic investigation tools aren't just something you see on "CSI" - you can use them in your real-life cases. Discover how to incorporate digital investigation techniques into your case preparation.

Be inspired to consider new ways to build your cases using digital data and tools as you learn about:

• Available digital forensic investigation hardware and software tools
• How to use them in independent investigation and discovery
• Extracting relevant (even "deleted") data from computers, tablets, and smartphones

Sponsored By:

Young Lawyers Division

Presented By:

Amy Ferguson (Chair)
O’Melia, Schiek & McEldowney SC, Rhinelander (Chair)

Richard T. Orton
Crivello Carlson SC, Milwaukee

Rob Namowicz
Spindletop Investigations, Milwaukee

Session Description:

Looking for tips on making your next petition for review more persuasive? Fearful of drafting your first peitition for review? Don't miss this insightful and panel discussion moderated by an experienced appellate attorney.

The newest Wisconsin Supreme Court justice, Daniel Kelly, will share the view from the court. He'll compare and contrast his experience on the receiving end of petitions for review with his prior experience drafting and filing them.

Supreme Court Commissioner Mark A. Neuser will share the internal process of handling and screening petitions for review.

Attorney Andrew R. Hinkel has had more petitions for review granted in the past 24 months than any other attorney in Wisconsin, and moderator Hannah Schieber Jurss was second. Discover their secrets to success.

Sponsored By:

Appellate Practice Section

Presented By:

Kent A. Tess-Mattner
Schmidt, Rupke, Tess-Mattner & Fox SC, Brookfield (Chair)

Justice Daniel Kelly
Wisconsin Supreme Court, Madison

Comm. Mark A. Neuser
Wisconsin Supreme Court, Madison

Andrew R. Hinkel
State Public Defender’s Office Appellate Division, Madison

Hannah Schieber Jurss
Wisconsin Department of Justice, Madison

Session Description:

Having the skills to effectively resolve conflicts can give you a competitive advantage and attract new construction clients to your practice.

The cost of arbitrating construction disputes is skyrocketing. What if there were more timely and cost effective ways to resolve these disagreements?

Explore the many benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution approaches such as:

• Mediation
• Binding mediation
• Collaborative claims process
• Mediation/arbitration combination
• Early neutral evaluation

Learn how you can incorporate these valuable tools into your practice. Plus, walk away with helpful resources to further your ADR skills.

Sponsored By:

State Bar of Wisconsin Dispute Resolution, and Construction & Public Contract Law Sections

Presented By:

Jaya Sharma
Sharma Mediation and Arbitration Inc., Madison (Chair)

Larry Rocole
JP Cullen & Sons Inc., Brookfield

Roy E. Wagner
von Briesen & Roper SC, Milwaukee

Session Description:

Lawyers in public office are becoming scarce just when it's most critical for them to hold elected positions at all levels of government. If you're considering running for office or helping a colleague do so, don't miss this insightful panel discussion.

Hear from attorneys who serve or have served in public office. They'll share guidance on:

• The basics of running for office as a practicing attorney
• Ethical considerations for fundraising
• Attorney-client conflicts of interest
• What you can expect if elected
• The transition to elected official
• The commitment it takes to campaign and serve
• How to balance a practice while campaigning or holding office

Sponsored By:

Presidential Initiative of State Bar President Paul G. Swanson and the State Bar of Wisconsin Government Relations Team

Presented By:

Mayor Tom Barrett
Milwaukee

Cale Battles
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Ald. Mary Lynne Donohue
Sheboygan

Rep. Cody Horlacher
33rd Assembly Dist., Mukwonago

Jeff Mayers
President, WisPolitics Publishing, Madison

Laurie McCallum
Wisconsin Labor & Industry Review Commission, Madison

Justice David T. Prosser, Jr. (Ret.)
Wisconsin Supreme Court, Madison

Sen. Lena C. Taylor
Wisconsin District 4, Milwaukee

Session Description:

As technology keeps changing, cybersecurity must evolve to keep up. Your access to sensitive digital data makes you a prime target for cyber threats. Are you using the most current cybersecurity measures? Is your firm prepared to face cyber threats and mitigate the risks? Do you know what to do if your data is breached? Attend this session to learn:

• The current cybersecurity environment and new threats
• Requirements under the Rules of Professional Responsibility
• Elements of an effective cybersecurity program
• Cybersecurity insurance
• Effective breach response
• And more

Sponsored By:

Insurance and Member Benefits Committee and the Solo / Small Firm and General Practice Section

Presented By:

Kathleen A. Brost
Legacy Private Trust Company, Neenah (Moderator)

Michael Harty
M3 Insurance Solutions, Inc., Madison

Aviva Meridian Kaiser
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Todd W. Martin
Stinson Leonard Street LLP, Madison (Chair)

Session Description:

Dig deeper into three advanced estate planning topics.

• Dynasty trusts: Learn the pros and cons of dynasty trusts as well as key provisions that should be included.
• Powers of appointment: Explore the language and consequences of limited vs. general powers of appointment. Receive an update on the new Power of Appointment Act.
• Agricultural enterprises: Look at topics unique to Wisconsin families with ag businesses, including tax, estate, and business succession planning.

Sponsored By:

State Bar of Wisconsin Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Sections

Presented By:

Jennifer M. Olk
Godfrey & Kahn SC, Milwaukee (Chair)

Benjamin Paul Brunette
Selinger & Brunette LLC, Madison

Phillip R. Maples
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Manitowoc

Melissa Cover Selinger
Selinger & Brunette LLC, Madison

Session Description:

In this era of viral social media and #MeToo, "sexual harassment" is often used to talk about a variety of sex-based misconduct both in and out of the workplace. The lack of precision in terminology, however, does not change that unwanted sex-based misconduct creates duties and risks for both employers and employees seeking to protect themselves.

Sponsored By:

State Bar of Wisconsin Labor & Employment Law Section

Presented By:

Sara J. Geenen
The Previant Law Firm SC, Milwaukee

Erica N. Reib
O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong & Laing SC, Milwaukee