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January
19, 2022
Features
- - Greater Wisconsin Race: Danner and Dietrich Vie for State Bar's Top Leadership Spot
  - The State Bar of Wisconsin's 2022 president-elect race features two candidates with a keen understanding of what it means to practice law outside Madison and Milwaukee.
- - Acquisition Checklist: Include Outside Professionals for Success
  - For lawyers handling business acquisitions and divestitures, turning for help to outside professionals can lessen any issues that may arise. Eric A. Johnson discusses the types of professionals that can help lawyers smooth out complicated transactions.
Media
- The Big Data Revolution: Rethinking the Meaning of Surveillance
State Bar
- Building Fences, Building Communities: Volunteering with Revitalize Milwaukee
- Lawyer Referral Service Expands Your Client Base
- Wisconsin Law Foundation Donations Still Matched for 2022
- Your Seat at the Table: Run for a 2022 State Bar Board Position
- Raise Your Hand: Run for Government, Nonresident, or Young Lawyers Division Board Positions
- Nominate an Outstanding Jurist, Lawyer, Diversity Advocate, Legal Worker, or Law Student
- Wanted: Your Best Briefs – Enter Competition by Jan. 31
- Mock Trial: Volunteers Needed for Online Competitions in February and March
Member Services
- Jump Start 2022: Take Advantage of State Bar Member Benefits to Boost Your Practice
Practice
- Dilemma: Could Your 'Reply All' Email Violate Ethics Rules?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Adopts New CLE Requirements for Reactivated Lawyers
- Public Rights on Milwaukee’s Fresh Coast: Issues with Lakebed Fill
Court
- Reliance on Label ‘Catholic’ to Find Schools’ Attendance Areas Overlapped Was Unconstitutional
- Mention of ‘Uncontroverted’ Testimony Violated Defendant’s Right Against Self Incrimination
- Company Violated Consumer Protection Law by Repo'ing Car From Attached Apartment Garage
- More Court News ...
Official Notices
- Hearing Order 21-04: Regulating the Use of Restraints on Children in Juvenile Court
- Hearing Order 21-03: Location of Court
- Final Order 21-02: Process by which State Bar Members Qualify to Transfer from Inactive to Active Status
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February
02, 2022
Features
- - Addressing Retention: Steps to Keep Women in Law Firm Positions
  - While women are joining the legal profession in equal numbers as men, the proportion of women partners has increased only marginally since the 1990s. Kelly Gorman discusses recent studies that reveal what it takes to retain women in law firm positions.
- - Tribal Compact Amendments Bring Sports Betting to Wisconsin
  - The amendments begin a new chapter in the history of legalized gambling in the Badger State.
Media
- Rural Legal Deserts: Hazardous to Health
State Bar
- Inaugural Forensic Justice Institute Offers Unbiased Look at Forensic Science
- Telling the Story of Wisconsin's Pioneering Black Lawyers
- 50 or More Pro Bono Hours in 2021? Certify Now for Pro Bono Honor Society
- State Bar Seeks ABA Delegates for Two-year Terms – Petitions Due April 15
- Mock Trial: Volunteers Needed for Online Competitions in February and March
Events
- Young Lawyers: Make Connections, Boost Your Career at March 11 Young Lawyers Conference
Practice
- Protecting the Presumption: The Constitutionality of Pretrial Detention in Wisconsin
- Legal Research 101: Crafting Commercial Lease Agreements
- Animal Law: A Rising Area of Public Interest Law
- Your Voice, Your State Bar: Diversity & Inclusion in Our Environmental Law Section
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- In 4-3 Decision, Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Legislative Contracts With Redistricting Lawyers
- Foreign Judgment Enforceable Against Wisconsin Couple Who Built Mexican Condo
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Moots Class Certification in Appeal Over Medical Records Charges
- More Court News ...
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February
16, 2022
Features
- - Technology-related Ethics Issues are Here to Stay
  - The shift to virtual practice has forced Wisconsin lawyers to confront novel ethics issues.
- - 5 Tips to Navigate the Disciplinary Grievance Process
  - When a grievance is filed, there's an opportunity for both sides to present their perspectives – and possibly resolve the dispute without the need for formal discipline.
Media
- President-elect Hickey to Colleagues: Consider State Bar Committee Service
State Bar
- 87 High School Mock Trial Teams Compete in Regional Trials by Zoom
- Admitted in 1972: State Bar Celebrates 50-year Members
- Your Seat at the Table: Run for a 2022 State Bar Board Position
- Law Foundation Grants Available for Charitable and Public Education Programs – Apply by April 1
Events
- Evictions, Racial Justice, and Rural Access Headline the Equal Justice Conference March 10
Rotunda Report
- Lobbying Sections Look to Finish 2021-22 Session on a Strong Note
Practice
- Dilemma: Are Mutual Website Ads OK or Not OK?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- Tip of the Month: Check Your Assumptions When I 'Bring My Authentic Self to Work'
- Why Senior Lawyers are a Great Fit for Public Service
- New Law Creates Unclaimed Property, Voluntary Disclosure Program
Court
- Company’s Late Filing of Unemployment Form was Not Excusable, Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules
- In 4-3 Decision, Wisconsin Supreme Court Grants Bypass for Ballot Boxes Case
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Declines Candidate’s Petition to Review Absentee Ballot Rules
- More Court News ...
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March
02, 2022
Features
- - Leading the State Bar: Q&A with President-elect Candidates
  - The candidates, both of whom practice in Greater Wisconsin, discuss how they would address the challenges facing the legal profession.
- - Do You Accept Electronic Payments from Clients? These Flow Charts Can Help
  - Three new flow charts can help you determine which trust accounts should be used to process the varying forms and types of payments from clients.
Media
- Young Lawyers: Meet You in Wisconsin Dells on March 11
State Bar
- State Bar Board Approves Recommendations of Racial Justice Task Force, Takes Other Actions
- State Bar Hosts Delegation from the Bar Council of the Maldives
- Wisconsin Law Foundation Donations Still Matched for 2022
- State Bar Seeks ABA Delegates for Two-year Terms – Petitions Due April 15
Member Services
- Planning Travel? Make the Most of this Travel Discount Program for State Bar Members
Events
- Let's Go! Registration Opens for June Annual Conference in Lake Geneva
- 3 Reasons You Should Attend the 2022 Equal Justice Conference
Rotunda Report
- With Only Days Left in the 2021-22 Session, State Bar Pushes to Wrap Up Section Issues
Practice
- Pro Bono Volunteers Assist Afghan Immigrants at Ft. McCoy
- Legal Research 101: Finding Tax Law Resources
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- In 4-3 Decision, Wisconsin Supreme Court Declines to Extend Stay in Elections Lawsuit
- Business Court Pilot Project Would Be Extended Under Proposal
- Circuit Court Did Not Rely on Improper Sentencing Factors by Discussing Defendant’s Gun Ownership
- State Law Allows Consecutive Terms of Commitment, Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules
- More Court News ...
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March
16, 2022
Features
- - Consumer Right-To-Repair Raises Complex Legal Issues
  - Federal legislators and regulators are responding to restrictions on consumers' right to repair vehicles and other products.
- - Municipal Courts: Justice Delivered Locally
  - When your clients need representation in municipal court, it’s good to know the “big picture.” Municipal Judge and Circuit Court Commissioner Jason Hanson provides an overview of municipal courts and offers some practice tips.
Media
- State Bar President Daniels Says Diversity Work is Vital to Legal Profession
State Bar
- Equal Justice Conference Takes Stock of Pandemic, Racial Challenges
- Mock Trial Competitors ‘Wow’ Judges, Attorneys
- Elections: Who Will Represent You on the State Bar Board of Governors?
Member Services
- New Member Discount: BobaGuard Offers One-stop Cybersecurity Solutions
Events
- Let's Go! Registration Opens for June Annual Conference in Lake Geneva
Rotunda Report
- Looking Back at the 2021-22 Session: State Bar Legislative Priorities
Practice
- Top Takeaways from the 2022 ABA TECHSHOW
- Dilemma: Do Confidentiality Rules Differ for Government Lawyers?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- In 4-3 Decision, Wisconsin Supreme Court Adopts Governor’s Redistricting Map
- Sanctions Imposed by OLR Not Dischargeable in Bankruptcy, Seventh Circuit Rules
- Supreme Court: Company has Prescriptive Right to Use Gas Line Under House
- More Court News ...
Official Notices
- Hearing Order 21-05: Remote Administration of Oaths at Depositions
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April
06, 2022
Features
- - Making the Case for Diversity: Abrahams Will Give Opening Plenary at AMC
  - Building a diverse and inclusive practice leads to better decisions and potentially more business, says Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams, an international legal talent expert.
- - Solutions
    COVID-19 Battle Highlights Importance of Healthcare Decision-making
  - Engaging in advance planning for healthcare decision-making can mean the difference between life and death. Mike and Luciana Wiltse share their harrowing experience with writer Jeff M. Brown.
Media
- April 16 is Healthcare Decisions Day in Wisconsin
State Bar
- Young Lawyers Division Honors 3 Leaders Making a Difference
- Celebrating 294 Lawyers who Dedicated 14,700-plus Pro Bono Hours in 2021
- State Bar Elections: Electronic Ballots are Due April 22
- President-elect Hickey to Colleagues: Consider State Bar Committee Service
- State Bar Seeks ABA Delegates for Two-year Terms – Petitions Due April 15
- Referral Service Connects Lawyers with Clients Virtually
Member Services
- New Member Discount: eNotaryLog for Remote Online Notarization
Rotunda Report
- Gov. Evers Announces $8 Million in Civil Legal Needs Funding
- Changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Increase Eligibility
Practice
- Legal Research 101: Music Law Resources
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- 'Policy Oscillation' in Full Swing at the National Labor Relations Board
- False Claims Act: Department of Justice Recoups Second Highest Total in Claims in 2021
Court
- U.S. Supreme Court Sends Redistricting Case Back to Wisconsin Supreme Court
- Withdrawal of Job Offer to Man Convicted of Domestic Abuse Was Lawful
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Brown County Sales Tax
- More Court News ...
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April
20, 2022
Features
- - 50-Year Member: Former Federal District Court Judge Charles Clevert
  - At age 30, Charles Clevert became the first Black federal judge in Wisconsin history. He continues to help parties settle disputes as a mediator and arbitrator.
- - 5 Tips for Recovery When a Disaster Strikes Your Firm
  - Are you prepared in case of a natural disaster? Christopher Shattuck, State Bar of Wisconsin law practice assistance manager, shares quick tips to help you recover when a disaster impacts your law practice.
Media
- Charlie Shortino: Weatherman and Expert Witness
State Bar
- Super Stars: 14 State Bar Award Recipients Demonstrate Outstanding Service
- Welcome to 19 New Wisconsin Lawyers, Admission by Bar Exam
- Future Leaders: 24 Young Lawyers Prepare Through Leadership Development Summit
- State Bar Elections: Electronic Ballots are Due April 22
Events
- Annual Meeting & Conference in June: Register Soon for Early Bird Rates
Rotunda Report
- Wisconsin Legislature Wraps Up 2021-22 Session
Practice
- Micro-diplomacy and the Lawyer’s Role in Foreign Policy, National Security, and the Rule of Law
- Dilemma: Can an Out-of-State Lawyer Work Remotely in Wisconsin?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Circuit Court Properly Vacated Award Based on Evidence Arbitrator Fell Asleep
- Class Action Lawsuit Over Medical Records Properly Removed to Federal Court
- Warrantless Search of Hotel Room Not Justified by Exigent Circumstances
- More Court News ...
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May
04, 2022
Features
- - AMC: U.S. Supreme Court Advocate Paul Clement Will Discuss Roberts Court
  - Wisconsin native Paul Clement has argued more cases before the U.S. Supreme Court than anyone in the modern era. In June, he will discuss recent changes undergone by the Roberts Court at the State Bar of Wisconsin's Annual Meeting & Conference.
- - Twitter Sale and the Differences Between Public and Private Companies
  - Elon Musk's proposed acquisition of Twitter is one of the largest leveraged buyouts in history. The impact of Twitter going private – on both its users and the social media, communication and technology industries as a whole – is yet to be seen.
Media
- Removing Barriers: Niebler-Brown is Pro Bono Attorney of the Year
State Bar
- Judge of the Year: James Babler Helps Make Life Better for Children and Parents
- Wisconsin Legal Innovators, Class of 2022: Nominate by June 30
- State Bar Board Approves FY 2023 Budget, Well-Being Task Force Report
- State Bar President-elect Post Goes to Dean Dietrich
- Coming Soon: Look For Your Annual Court Assessments and Dues Statements
- Double Your Donation: A Powerful Way to Make an Impact
Rotunda Report
- Legislative Council Establishes 2022 Study Committees
Practice
- Wisconsin's New Business Entity Law Takes Effect Jan. 1
- Senior Lawyers: Are We Really Ruining the Profession?
- Accessible Content Broadens Your Client Base and Improves the Way You Work
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Recount of Racine Schools Ballot Measure
- Missing Transcript Does Not Shift Burden to Prosecution in Collateral Attack on Conviction
- Requiring Property Owner to Build Through Street Was Unconstitutional Taking
- More Court News ...
Official Notices
- Final Order 21-08: Amending SCR 31.01(11) Pertaining to Continuing Legal Education and Pro Bono Legal Services
- Final Order 21-07: Relating to the Qualifications for Admission
- Final Order 21-05: Remote Administration of Oaths at Depositions
- Final Order 21-03: Relating to the Location of Court
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May
18, 2022
Features
- - Short-Term Rentals: As a Vacation Hub, Wisconsin Navigates the Laws of Leisure
  - The rise of short-term vacation rentals over the years, through websites like Airbnb and Vrbo, has created some legal friction between homeowners and municipalities.
- - Prescriptive Easements: Overhead to Underground
  - On easements, whose rights take precedence – utility companies or private landowners? A recent decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court effectively cements judicial interpretation of the statute and precedent in a clear and meaningful way.
Media
- The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Your Legal Practice
State Bar
- Marisol González Castillo: Opening Doors for First-generation Law Students
- 45 New Fellows Inducted into the Wisconsin Law Foundation
- Wisconsin Legal Innovators, Class of 2022: Nominate by June 30
- Print Edition of Wisconsin Lawyer Directory Ending, Online Version Still Going Strong
Events
- Annual Meeting & Conference June 15-17: It's Not Too Late for Great Rates
Rotunda Report
- AMC Features National Perspectives on Courts and Legislative Sessions
Practice
- Legal Research 101: Securities Law Resources
- Dilemma: A Pro Se Lawyer and the No Contact Rule
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Seventh Circuit Rejects Challenge to State Bar’s Mandatory Status
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Approves Remote Oaths Petition
- Wrongful Death Claim Can Proceed Against Community-Based Residential Facility
- Failure to Object to Police Testimony About Informant Not Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
- More Court News ...
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June
01, 2022
Features
- - Third-party Solar Arrangements Remain In Legal Limbo
  - Ambiguity in a state law regulating public utilities has stalled the advent of solar energy installations in Wisconsin.
- - Rewrite 'Until It Sings:' Tips from Best Briefs Competition
  - The best briefs undergo a review process that is merciless, say attorneys honored in the Best Briefs Competition by the Appellate Practice Section. Learn more about the winners and their approach to powerful written advocacy.
Media
- Connecting Lawyers and Judges: Still Time to Register for AMC on June 15-17
State Bar
- Marquette Admissions: Welcome to 156 New Wisconsin Lawyers
- Update: Annual Court Assessments and Dues Statements
- Wisconsin Law Foundation Donations Match Ends July 1
Member Services
- New Member Program: HSB Total Cyber Offers Comprehensive Cyber Insurance
Rotunda Report
- Connecting Lawyers with Lawmakers
Practice
- Withdrawal: How to Avoid Those Messy Ethics Issues
- Legal Research: New Lawyers: Grow Your Practice by Reusing Knowledge
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Automatic Stay of Involuntary Medication Order Doesn't Apply Pretrial
- Policy Exclusion Applied to Damages Caused by Raising House
- Merger of Audio, Video Does not Make Recording Inadmissible, Court of Appeals Rules
- More Court News ...
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June
15, 2022
Features
- - Coloring Outside the Lines: Christopher Foley is Lifetime Jurist
  - He's followed in his father's footsteps, and readily admits to "coloring outside the lines." Find out more about Judge Christopher Foley, the 2022 State Bar of Wisconsin Lifetime Jurist.
- - Boating Safety Begins With Knowing the Law
  - Following Wisconsin boating laws and regulations is the best way to stay safe on the water this summer.
Media
- Wisconsin Law Foundation Match Campaign Deadline is June 30
State Bar
- Five Tips to Excel as a New Lawyer
- U.W. Law School Admissions: Welcome to 170 New Wisconsin Lawyers
- Update: Annual Court Assessments and Dues Statements
Events
- CLE and Networking in Door County: Register Today for 2022 Family Law Workshop
- 2022 Health, Labor, and Employment Law Institute Set for August
Rotunda Report
- Legislative Update
  State Bar Lobbying Program Finishes Successful 2021-22 Legislative Session
Practice
- Dilemma: Are Settlement Retention Clauses an Indirect Restriction on the Right to Practice?
- Who Leaked the US Supreme Court’s Draft Opinion?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Disorderly Conduct Conviction No Bar to Concealed Carry Permit
- Review of Defendant’s Appeal Over Lack of Counsel was Improvidently Granted
- Sufficient Facts Alone Not Enough to Mandate Machner Hearing
- Waushara County Circuit Court Notice: Destruction of CV Exhibits
- More Court News ...
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July
20, 2022
Features
- - Resources for Seeking Expungement of Criminal Conviction and Arrest Records
  - Expungement of a past criminal conviction may help open doors for your client in obtaining employment, housing, and other critical opportunities. Law librarian Wendy Smith helps you understand this important process in Wisconsin and the resources available for legal information.
- - Due Process Rights in the Era of Video Proceedings
  - The shift to online proceedings in early 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic created a more difficult court environment for those without access to reliable technology. Jessica Brown discusses the digital divide and offers recommendations for helping clients who have limited access to technology.
Media
- Interview with Paul Clement, U.S. Supreme Court Advocate
State Bar
- State Bar Board Finalizes Business at Annual Meeting & Conference
- Change Agent: Margaret Hickey Sworn in as 67th State Bar President
- AMC Round-up: In-Person Gathering for the First Time Since 2019
- Honor a Solo or Small-firm Leader: Nominations for Lederer Award Due Aug. 31
- Executive Committee Takes Up Keller Dues Evaluation Aug. 19 for Fiscal Year 2024
- Awards Support New Lawyers Representing the Underserved: Apply by Aug. 19
- Gain Clients, Join Lawyer Referral and Information Service
Member Services
- New Partner Program: Constant Contact Offers Professional Email Marketing, Other Services
Events
- August CLE: Family Law, Intellectual Property, Indian Law, and Health, Labor, and Employment Law
Rotunda Report
- State Public Defender Issues with Kelli Thompson
Practice
- Dilemma: Who Receives the Advanced Fee Refund When a Third Party Pays?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- Mediators: Why Are You Chosen to Mediate a Case?
Court
- Walker Appointee Entitled to Hold Over on DNR Board, Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules
- In 4-3 Ruling, Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Ballot Drop Boxes Illegal
- Amended Supreme Court Rule Allows Filing of Copies Instead of Originals
- More Court News ...
Official Notices
- Final Order 22-04: Private Pay Guardian Ad Litem Fees and Liability
- Interim Order 16-05D: Pilot Project for Dedicated Trial Court Judicial Dockets for Large Claim Business and Commercial Cases
- Order 19-02B and 20-07B: Modifying Interim Court Rule Governing Electronic Filing in the Supreme Court
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August
03, 2022
Features
- - Annual Review: Wisconsin Law Blog Community Going Strong
  - WisLawNOW has grown to include close to 50 law blogs that provide timely updates across practice areas and drive people to lawyers' websites. Is your blog on the list?
- - Diversity Clerkship Program: Celebrating a Summer of Learning
  - For the clerks of the 2022 State Bar of Wisconsin Diversity Clerkship Program, the summer offered confirmation of their decision to enter the legal profession.
Media
- Health, Labor, and Employment Law Institute Returns Aug. 18-19
- Indian Law: Annual CLE Set For Aug. 18-19
State Bar
- 'An Awesome Experience:' Sign Up for the G. Lane Ware Leadership Academy
- Client Protection Fund: More than $130k Reimbursed to Clients in FY 21-22
- Executive Committee Takes Up Keller Dues Evaluation Aug. 19 for Fiscal Year 2024
Rotunda Report
- Joint Legislative Council Study Committees Begin Review Process
Practice
- Legal Research 101: Municipal Ordinances
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- 'It's Hard to See That We're Still Struggling' –
  Task Force Report on Wisconsin Lawyer Well-Being
- Hit Points: Regulating Less-than-Lethal Weapons
- Water Law Perspectives from the West
Court
- ‘Zone of Interests’ Not Part of Ch. 227 Standing, Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules
- Circuit Court Erred by Not Quashing Subpoenas to Former PSC Member
- Police Stop of Man One Minute After Shotspotter Alert Was Constitutional
- More Court News ...
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August
17, 2022
Features
- - Public Schools Face Hurdle in Regulating Expression Related to Guns
  - Recent federal court decisions counsel caution when attempting to regulate student expression related to firearms.
- - On the Road Again: OWI Law and Electric Bikes and Scooters
  - Electronic bikes and scooters are more popular than ever. Though foolish and risky both to the driver and the public, riding an electric bike or scooter on a public road while under the influence does not appear to violate Wisconsin OWI laws.
Media
- How Can You Make Your Appeals More Appealing? Judge Donald Shares Tips
- Become a Leader: Apply for the G. Lane Ware Leadership Academy
State Bar
- New Podcast: 'Bottom Up' Focuses on Issues of Interest to Young Lawyers
- Helping Children, Families, Immigrants, and Access to Justice through Law Foundation Grants
- Executive Committee Takes Up Keller Dues Evaluation Aug. 19 for Fiscal Year 2024
- Honor a Solo or Small-firm Leader: Nominations for Lederer Award Due Aug. 31
Events
- Live and Virtual: Solo and Small Firm Conference Delivers Practice Tools and Practical Tips
Practice
- Dilemma: Can I Indemnify My Client to Encourage Pursuit of a Novel Case?
- Judicial Council Update: Improving Appellate Rules and Procedures, Educating Lawyers and Judges on Appellate eFiling
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- See What's New in State Bar Member Benefits
Court
- Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds County Officer’s COVID-19 Orders
- Ban on Name Change Doesn’t Violate Sex Offender’s Constitutional Rights
- Circuit Court Erred by Denying Request to Waive Juvenile into Adult Court
- More Court News ...
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September
07, 2022
Features
- - Supreme Court 2021-22 Term: More Than Half of Decisions Were 4-3
  - Decisions on legislative maps, the authority to adopt pandemic control measures, and public records were among the cases decided this term by a 4-3 margin. This article includes insights from a legal historian, as well as a civil litigator and a former public defender, and lists the holding and vote in each case.
- - 50-Year Member: Trial Lawyer Claude Covelli
  - Claude Covelli looks back on a career that saw him try more than 200 cases and argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Media
- Greater Wisconsin: Opportunities Abound
State Bar
- Constitution Day: Mock Trial Teacher-Coaches Connect Students with the Constitution
- Sports Betting, Dobbs, and NLRB Headline Indian Law and Health, Labor and Employment Law Programs
- Estate Planning is an Art – and in Demand
- See What's New in State Bar Member Benefits
Practice
- Pro Bono Spotlight: Helping Afghan Evacuees with Asylum Applications
- Immigration Law Should Be Updated to Better Protect Climate Refugees
- Disclosure of Climate Risks: Not Just for Public Companies
- Vaccines for Children and the Role of the GAL
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Use of Jailhouse Recordings Didn’t Violate Defendant’s Right to Counsel
- Court’s Message to Amish Community Doesn’t Warrant Resentencing
- Nephew Failed to Show Likelihood of Success on Ivermectin Injunction
- More Court News ...
Official Notices
- Waushara County Circuit Court Notice: Destruction of CV Exhibits
- Hearing Order 21-06: Court Security, Facilities, and Staffing
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September
21, 2022
Features
- - Law School Loans: Avenues for Debt Relief
  - Many lawyers begin their careers burdened with six-figure debts. A recent presidential executive order and a federal loan forgiveness program offer some relief.
- - 50-Year Member Nancy Phelps: A Simple Start, Complex Torts, and Family Law
  - Nancy Phelps rose from humble beginnings to travel the world and file trailblazing lawsuits during her 50-year career, handling more than 10,000 family law cases.
Media
- Solo and Small-Firm Conference Returns In-Person Oct. 27-29
State Bar
- President's Message
  Help Others Learn the Ropes: Become a Mentor
- Now is the Time: Run for a State Bar Officer or Board Position
- Welcome to 55 New Wisconsin Lawyers: September Admissions
New Products
- Upgrade: New Books UnBound Platform Boosts Access to PINNACLE's Legal Titles
Rotunda Report
- Fall 2022 Election Preview - Part 1
- State Bar of Wisconsin Supports Justice System Budget Requests
Practice
- Dilemma: Who's the Client in Entity Formation?
- Legal Research 101: Animal Law Resources
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- Bottom Up Podcast: What Does Work-Life Balance for Young Lawyers Look Like?
Court
- OWI Arrestee Failed to Show Blood Draw was Unconstitutional
- Senior Housing: Circumstantial Evidence Sufficient to Prove Misrepresentation
- Excluding Experts and Using Pattern Jury Instruction Not a Court Error
- More Court News ...
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October
05, 2022
Features
- - Court Decisions Mean Changes for Conduct of 2022 General Election
  - Recent decisions by state and federal courts will affect the administration of the upcoming November election. In this article, panelists from an upcoming State Bar of Wisconsin elections law seminar discuss the decisions.
- - Researching Private and Public Businesses, Specialized Industries
  - While publicly traded companies have a wealth of information easily available, private businesses are more difficult to research. Law librarian Carol Hassler offers tips and websites that will aid in your legal research.
Media
- 'Ethics Geek' Sees Rules as Guide to Greatness
- Student Debt Expert Will Present at Solo and Small Firm Conference
- Election Law Updates With City Attorney Mike Haas
State Bar
- Michelle Behnke Receives Goldberg Award; 19 New Fellows Inducted
- State Bar Board Discusses Bail Reform at First Meeting of Fiscal Year
- Your State Bar
  Mock Trial: A Call for Volunteers
- Now is the Time: Run for a State Bar Officer or Board Position
Member Services
- 'Fulfilling Experience:' Mentorship Program Offers Growth Opportunities on Both Sides
- Save 25% on Lawyer Referral Service (LRIS): Bilingual Attorneys Encouraged to Join
Events
- Solo and Small-firm Lawyers: Expand Your Community at WSSFC
New Products
- Interpreting the Complicated and Dynamic Art of Insurance Law
Rotunda Report
- Fall 2022 Election Preview - Part 2
Practice
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Reservation Parcels Owned by Tribe Not Subject to State Tax, Despite Prior Alienation
- Search of Keychain Container Was Lawful Search Incident to Arrest
- Ski Hill Release Didn’t Apply to Rescue Attempt, Court of Appeals Rules
- More Court News ...
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October
19, 2022
Features
- - Tips for Dealing with Difficult Clients
  - How to defuse tense situations with clients and others you encounter in your practice.
- - The Wisconsin Lawyer's Guide to Earning, Tracking, and Reporting CLE
  - Do you find continuing legal education (CLE) rules confusing? You have enough to worry about. In about five minutes, learn what you need to know about earning, tracking, and reporting CLE.
Media
- Samuelson Set to Explain OLR Procedures at WSSFC
State Bar
- Kate Knowlton: Champion of Solo and Small-firm Lawyers
- Celebrating Paralegals: Of 'Critical Importance' to Legal Practice
Member Services
- Health Checkup: State Bar's Group Health Plan for Law Firms May Be a Solution for Your Firm
- New Member Discount: Let Gavel Marketing Tell Your Firm's Story
Events
- Last Call: RSVP for Wisconsin Attorney General Candidate Debate, Oct. 27
Rotunda Report
- State Bar Supports Criminal Justice Agency Requests for Fiscal 2023-2025 Budget
Practice
- Legal Research 101: Election Law Resources
- Dilemma: Side Switching: Conflicts when a Defense Lawyer Runs for District Attorney
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- Supreme Court Accepts Five Cases, Including Ivermectin Case
- Child Sex Assault Statute of Limitations Extender Applies to Negligent Hiring Lawsuit
- Strip Search by Transgender Guard Violated Muslim Inmate’s Rights, Seventh Circuit Rules
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November
02, 2022
Features
- - Petition Would Permit Electronic Payments Directly into Lawyer Trust Accounts
  - Accepting electronic payments would become easier for Wisconsin lawyers under the terms of a rule petition filed with the state supreme court by the Office of Lawyer Regulation.
- - Post-pandemic Reality a Theme at 2022 Solo and Small Firm Conference
  - For the first time since 2019, lawyers gathered in-person in Wisconsin Dells for the State Bar’s annual Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference.
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- Bottom Up Podcast: Work-life Balance for Young Lawyers (Part 2)
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- Candidates for Wisconsin Attorney General Debate at State Bar Center
Member Services
- Member Benefits: Are You Taking Advantage of these Programs?
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- An Aging Nation: Advising Older Clients on Long-Term Care
Rotunda Report
- State Bar Supports Criminal Justice Agency Requests for Fiscal 2023-2025 Budget
Practice
- The Death of Environmental Law has Been Greatly Exaggerated
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
Court
- Prosecutor's Statement About 25-year Sentence Violated Plea Agreement for 20-year Sentence
- Reckless Homicide Statute Applied to Drug-buy Abettor is Constitutional
- Worker's Compensation is Sole Remedy for Injuries Caused by Co-worker
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November
16, 2022
Features
- - Legal Innovation in 2022
  - These forward thinkers are advancing the legal profession and serving the public. This year we honor Lifetime Innovator Michael Rust and other lawyers whose innovations focus on technology and access. 95 Wis. Law. 34 (November 2022)
- - Another Year, Another Trust Account Scam Targeting Wisconsin Law Firms
  - In a new iteration of a common trust account scam, the criminal poses as a business representative seeking to collect on a settlement relating to software copyright infringement. Find out how to avoid becoming a victim of this scam.
Media
- Client Communication is Key for Solos Seeking Flexibility
State Bar
- Nominate an Outstanding Jurist, Lawyer, Diversity Advocate, Legal Worker, or Law Student
- Mock Trial Case: Camping Trip Accident or Homicide?
- The Wisconsin Lawyer's Guide to Earning, Tracking, and Reporting CLE
Member Services
- Health Checkup: State Bar's Group Health Plan for Law Firms May Be a Solution for Your Firm
Rotunda Report
- Mixed Results Statewide Yields Status Quo for State Government
- State Bar Supports Judicial Council Funding
Practice
- Dilemma: Can Your Firm Charge You for Taking Clients When You Leave for a New Job?
- West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
- Domestication and Conversion under the Wisconsin Business Entity Statutes
Court
- Café that Sued Over COVID-19 Citations Failed to Show Constitutional Violations
- Drunk Driver's Minor Daughter, a Passenger, was Victim Under Restitution Statute
- Appeals Court Upholds $38 Million Verdict, Expert Testimony Properly Allowed
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Official Notices
- Final Order 19-05A: OLR Referee Authority
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