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<h2 style="color: #02609a; margin-bottom: 7px;">Foraging for Estate Planning Forms? WisDocs Can Help.</h2>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/WisDOCS-estate-planning-150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" align="right"/>With <a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/Pages/Product.aspx?category=&cat=&pid=DA0001">WisDocs Estate Planning</a>, you can create wills, revocable trusts, marital property agreements, durable powers of attorney, advance care planning, and more. Compiled from dozens of forms and sample-language provisions from the award-winning <a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/Pages/Product.aspx?category=&cat=&pid=AK0047"><em>Eckhardt’s Workbook for Wisconsin Estate Planners</em></a>, the WisDocs Estate Planning document assembly system is a powerful, user-friendly, mobile system accessible wherever you have an internet connection.* </p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">WisDocs Estate Planning operates through HotDocs Market, a cloud-based e-commerce platform, giving you expertly crafted forms templates from State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE<sup style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; ">®</sup> that are automated using HotDocs technology.
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Why use WisDocs?</p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><li>No software to install (or constantly update)
</li><li>Easily accessible from any computer or mobile device with a current web browser
</li><li>Any forms updates are immediately available
</li><li>Printable questionnaires allow for flexible information gathering and better use of staff time
</li><li>Extended technical support hours through HotDocs</li></ul>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Learn more about how WisDocs can support your practice by checking out this free upcoming product demonstration. Join us on <strong>March 21, 2018 at 12 p.m. CDT</strong> via GoToMeeting<sup style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 0; ">®</sup> for a fascinating look at WisDocs from the comfort of your computer. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">You’ll find out:</p>
<ul style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><li>What the system looks like
</li><li>How it works
</li><li>Its features and benefits
</li><li>How to incorporate it into your practice</li></ul>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/2781662550867770882"><strong>Register</strong></a></p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Want even more information on WisDocs? <a href="https://www.wisbar.org/newspublications/insidetrack/pages/article.aspx?volume=8&issue=7&articleid=24739">Click here</a>. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:8pt;">*Please note that the application is available only to lawyers; verification will be required in order to complete your purchase. </p>
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<h3 style="color: #02609a; margin-bottom: 7px;"><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/Discussions_125w.jpg" alt="" width="125"align="right"/>Dane County Lawyers Discussion Group</h3>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Connect with others who share similar professional and personal experiences at upcoming <a href="http://www.wisbar.org/supportgroups">Lawyers Discussion Group</a> meetings hosted by WisLAP. Discussions will focus on finding and adopting realistic strategies for happiness, health, and well-being. Bring any concerns you have (or solutions you’ve found) to share with others in the group. The meetings are completely free (even the parking) and no long-term commitment is required. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Date & Time</strong><br />
The fourth Monday of every month<br />
4:30-6:00 p.m.
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">(Beginning Monday, February 26)
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Location</strong><br />
Access Community Health Center <br />
1102 South Park Street <br />
Madison, WI </p>
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<h3 style="color: #045394; margin-bottom: 7px;"><span style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"></span><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/Owens_Jesse_150w.jpg" alt="" width="109" align="right"/>In Their Own Words</h3>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">“The battles that count aren’t the ones for gold medals. The struggles within yourself—the invisible, inevitable battles inside all of us—that’s where it’s at.”</p>
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<strong>Jesse Owens<br />Olympic track and field athlete
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<h3 style="color: #045394; margin-bottom: 7px;"><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/networking-300.jpg" alt="" width="125" align="right"/>Have News to Share with Colleagues? </h3>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Looking to announce a new firm opening, new partnership, or new hire? How about an office relocation, firm anniversary, or other milestone? The State Bar can help you reach fellow members cost-effectively.
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Member Mailing Lists:</strong> The State Bar maintains the most current database of Wisconsin-licensed attorneys and rents lists for one-time direct mail campaigns. You can order lists for the entire membership, or select by age, gender, practice area, firm size, location, and more. </p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Discounted Rates on Announcement Advertising:</strong> The <em>Wisconsin Lawyer</em> reaches nearly 25,000 attorneys each month and offers members discounted rates on four-color announcement ads. Several ad sizes are available, and the State Bar can assist with ad production if needed. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">For more information on mailing lists, or <em>Wisconsin Lawyer</em> display advertising, contact Karen Richter at (608) 250-6132 or email <a href="mailto:krichter@wisbar.org">krichter@wisbar.org</a>. </p>
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<div align="center"><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/bkofwk_digest-blue.jpg" width="250" height="83" alt=""/><h3>Book of the Week<br />
Ends Friday, February 16</h3></div>
<h3 style="color: #02609a; margin-bottom: 6px;">Wisconsin Judicial Benchbook Vol. V: Probate, Guardianship, and Mental Health</h3>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 6px;"><span class="black" style="color: #000"><a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/Pages/Product.aspx?category=&cat=&pid=AK0029">Print Book</a>:<br />
List: <s>$149 member</s> / <s>$189 nonmember</s><br />
</span><span style="color: #E31B1B"> <span style="color: #E31B1B"><strong>Sale price: $119.20</strong></span><strong> member / $151.20 nonmember </strong></span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 6px;"><span class="black" style="color: #000"><a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/Pages/Product.aspx?cat=WISBAR&pid=AE0029">Books UnBound</a>:<br />
List: <s>$159 member</s> / <s>$199 nonmember</s><br />
</span><span style="color: #E31B1B"> <span style="color: #E31B1B"><strong>Sale price: $127.20</strong></span><strong> member / $159.20 nonmember </strong></span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 6px;">To claim your discount, use priority code <strong>B5041BB</strong> when ordering online or mention it when calling (800) 728-7788.*</p>
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<p style="margin-top: 10; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2721">Business Succession Planning in Wisconsin: Conflict Prevention & Resolution</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2713">Car Crash Symposium 2018</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2731">Combating the Opioid Epidemic – Litigation on Behalf of County Government & More</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2728">Create a Cybersecurity Plan for 2018</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2729">OSHA One Year Into the Trump Administration: What Has Occurred and What’s Expected to Occur</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a
href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2720">Social Security Disability for the Non-SSD Attorney: A Quick Primer of Basic Concepts</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventproductsearch.aspx?k=ca2734&ActiveTab=2">Sophisticated Choice of Entity, Part 1</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="https://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventproductsearch.aspx?k=ca2735&ActiveTab=2">Sophisticated Choice of Entity, Part 2</a> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><a href="http://marketplace.wisbar.org/pages/eventsearch.aspx?k=CA2714">Step-by-Step Estate Planning I</a></p>
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<h3 style="color: #02609a; margin-bottom: 7px;">Division & Section Connection</h3>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong><span style="color: #02609a; margin-bottom: 7px;"><span style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:10pt;"><strong><span style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong><img src="http://images.wisbar.org/Images/DigestEmails/SecDiv_Connect_blueBG_175w.jpg" alt="" width="123" height="101" align="right"/></strong></span></strong></span></span>The Public Utilities Section Invites You to a CLE Program</strong> </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">The <em>Public Utilities Update 2018</em> is THE place to be for insight into new developments in municipal, water, and utilities law. Explore the impacts of changing economics and federal tax law on utilities. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Tuesday, March 6, 2018<br />
9 a.m.-3 p.m.<br />
The Pyle Center<br />
UW Madison<br />
702 Langdon Street<br />
Madison, WI
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">$150 includes materials, morning refreshment break, and networking lunch. <a href="http://wpui.wisc.edu/event/public-utilities-section-state-bar-meeting-2018/?instance_id=1491">Register here!</a></p>
<p style="margin-top: 10; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Gain Experience: Run for Young Lawyers Division Board of Directors Positions</strong></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Young Lawyers Division (YLD) positions are available for fiscal year 2019. There are five open board of directors’ positions beginning July 1, 2018.
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Serving on the YLD board is a great opportunity to become active in the State Bar as well as in local bars and communities. Board members address important issues that affect young lawyers, and don't forget the opportunities for professional development and networking!
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">It's easy to apply to run for a YLD position: YLD board member candidates should send a statement of interest, resume, and professional headshot photo to Lois Berning (<a href="mailto:lberning@wisbar.org">lberning@wisbar.org</a>) and Ben Roovers (<a href="mailto:broove@milwaukee.gov">broove@milwaukee.gov</a>).
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">The application deadline is March 1, 2018. For more information, <a href="https://www.wisbar.org/newspublications/insidetrack/pages/article.aspx?volume=9&issue=23&articleid=26024">click here</a>.</p>
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<p style="margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 7px;"><strong>Four Scholarships Available for <em>Public Utilities Update 2018</em></strong> </p>
<p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">The Public Utilities Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin will sponsor four Law Student Associates to attend the <a href="http://wpui.wisc.edu/event/public-utilities-section-state-bar-meeting-2018/?instance_id=1491"><em>Public Utilities Update 2018</em></a> held March 6 at the Pyle Center on the UW campus. </p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">The program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with check-in at 8:30 a.m. It’s an outstanding opportunity to learn about public utilities issues and rub elbows with practicing attorneys.
</p><p style="margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 7px;">Better hurry! Funding is first-come, first-serve. Submit your request to Zach Ramirez at <a href="mailto:zach.ramirez@legis.wi.gov">zach.ramirez@legis.wi.gov</a>. Don’t forget to include your year in law school and contact information.</p>
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