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  • February 18, 2015

    Serve a Vital Role: Deadline to Run for Seat on Board of Governors is March 2

    Board of Governors district mapFeb. 18, 2015 – Get involved in activities that influence the practice of law and guide the State Bar.

    As a State Bar volunteer, you serve a vital role in providing member and public services while gaining the personal and professional satisfaction of making a difference in the profession and the legal system.

    Consider contributing your time and expertise as a representative on the Board of Governors. Deadlines are fast approaching for the 2015 elections.

    Board of Governors

    The Board of Governors is the State Bar's policymaking body. Governors serve two-year terms. Districts 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 will elect governors in 2015. District 2 (Milwaukee) elects seven; District 9 (Dane) elects three; and all other districts elect one.

    To be considered for a seat on the Board of Governors, members must submit a petition signed by 10 active members in their State Bar district by March 2, 2015. For more information, contact Jan Marks at (800) 444-9404, ext. 6106, or (608) 250-6106.

    In Other Elections

    The State Bar will elect a president-elect, a treasurer, and a Judicial Council representative and all four divisions will choose presidents-elect in 2015. Visit the 2015 elections page to read the candidates statements and biographies.

    Voting

    Election ballots will be mailed no later than April 10, 2015, and must be returned by April 24, 2015. Persons elected will take office July 1, 2015.


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