April 15, 2026 – AMC 2026 meets Wisconsin legal professionals where they are now – and looks ahead to where the profession is going.
The State Bar of Wisconsin Annual Meeting & Conference (AMC) is the largest gathering of Wisconsin’s legal professionals this year. AMC 2026, held in La Crosse from June 10-12, 2026, provides the opportunity to attend educational sessions, connect with colleagues, and engage with timely issues that impact the bench, the bar, and the justice system.
Opening Plenary: Wisconsin’s Lawyer Shortage: Lessons from Other States
This session spotlights a national challenge with systemwide conflicts that impact every lawyer, firm, and court. You will explore the consequences of rural lawyer shortages, such as court inefficiencies and the long-term impacts of unchallenged decisions, and how strategies tested in other states may offer practical insights to Wisconsin’s challenges.
Closing Plenary: The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years
The closing plenary session features a distinguished panel of Wisconsin Supreme Court justices, who will lead an exploration of the Declaration’s legal and civic legacy.
Join the justices to examine the role lawyers have played in advancing its principles, and the profession's continuing role in sustaining the American experiment. In marking this anniversary, we reflect not only on where we began as a nation but also on what it means to continue the work of self-government.
CLE Sessions
This year’s sessions address the issues practitioners are facing now, including:
AI and the Perils of Unverified Research
Addressing Evidentiary Issues in the AI Age
Using Juror Feedback for Better Outcomes
Mastering Mediation
The Intersection of Family Law with Civil and Criminal Law
Member Recognition Celebration
This annual event shines a spotlight on award recipients who have advanced justice, educated the public, and driven meaningful change. This year, we will be recognizing:
Hon. William Griesbach, Lifetime Jurist
Hon. Michael Zell, Judge of the Year
Hon. Thomas Walsh, Charles Dunn Wisconsin Lawyer Author
Hon. Ashley Morse, Diversity and Inclusion Trailblazer
Read more about the award recipients.
Find full conference details and secure your spot at amc.wisbar.org.
Radisson Hotel La Crosse: Reserve Your Room by May 12 for Best Rate
Located in the heart of downtown La Crosse, AMC takes place at the Radisson Hotel La Crosse. The Radisson Hotel offers newly renovated guestrooms, an on-site restaurant and lounge, complimentary shuttle service, and beautiful views of the Mississippi River. Guests can also enjoy easy access to hiking trails, breweries, and cultural attractions unique to La Crosse.
A room block has been reserved for AMC attendees at the Radisson Hotel La Crosse. After May 12, 2026, we cannot guarantee rooms at the group rate. Find out more on the AMC website at amc.wisbar.org.
To register for your room:
Join us in La Crosse, June 10-12, 2026, for AMC 2026!
