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September 23, 2026

Jury Service

Jury Appreciation: Recognizing Citizens Who Preserve Our Rights

Right to trial by jury is a cornerstone of our state and federal constitutions. Juries bring community values as fact-finders and decision-makers. Wisconsin's three branches have proclaimed September as Juror Appreciation Month, in recognition of juror service.

Ethics Watch

Ethics Watch: Does AI-Charged Practice Change Ethical Billing Practices?

Although generative artificial intelligence (GAI) seems like it is transforming everything, the ethics rules for billing have not changed. Billing must be reasonable, and an hour of work is billed as an hour of work.

Board of Governors

State Bar Board Discusses Non-Lawyer Legal Advocate Rule Petition, Other Matters

The proposed rule, filed by the Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission, would authorize legal advocates under lawyer supervision to advise and appear in small civil matters.

Ethics

Ethics
So You've Won Your Election. Now What?

Elected office doesn't come with an ethics exemption. Attorneys can face discipline for campaign or official conduct, even when the conduct is unrelated to the practice of law.

Small Firms

WSSFC Is Almost Here: Save $50 Through Sept. 28

Practical CLE, networking, practice resources, and more await at the 2026 Wisconsin Solo & Small Firm Conference. Register by Sept. 28 to save $50 with early-bird pricing.

WisBar Update

WisBar has a New Marketplace Starting Sept. 28

The new WisBar Marketplace makes it easier to discover, purchase, and register for the resources you need. Please note that you may need to set a new password to log into this new Marketplace for the first time (using the reset your password option).

CLE Calendar

Plan Your CLE: Two Weeks of Upcoming Programs

Looking to earn CLE credits or stay current in your practice area? Thirty-four State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE® programs will run Sept. 23 and Oct. 7.

Law Foundation

A Gift for the Future: Wisconsin Law Foundation Introduces Legacy Gift Program

Want to make a lasting investment in Wisconsin's legal profession? The Wisconsin Law Foundation’s new Legacy Gift Program offers State Bar members an opportunity to support its programs and initiatives through legacy giving.

Jury Verdicts & Settlements

West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards

A selection of recent Wisconsin case verdicts are shared below.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteer to Support Your Peers: WisLAP's Annual Training is Oct. 23

Wisconsin attorneys can volunteer to support their peers via the State Bar of Wisconsin's Wisconsin Lawyer Assistance Program (WisLAP). This year's annual training is Oct. 23 in Madison. Submit your interest form by Oct. 1.