Gun laws are often the center of tense policy discussions, and that dynamic is no different in Wisconsin. Matthew Kline briefly discusses the latest push to make changes to Wisconsin’s concealed carry laws: permitless carry.

The State Bar of Wisconsin’s Board of Governors on April 10 discussed a proposed bylaw that would allow removal of a governor due to loss of license to practice law or for cause, and would require recusal during pending disciplinary violations.

ABA and State Bar leaders met with Senators Baldwin and Johnson along with Representatives from the Wisconsin Congressional delegation in Washington, DC for the annual ABA Day.

Pursuant to SCR 20:1.16(c), a judge can order a lawyer to stay on a case, notwithstanding good cause for withdrawal. Sarah Peterson offers guidance on how to carry out the representation if the motion is denied.

The State Bar of Wisconsin's largest gathering of the year returns to La Crosse on June 10-12, 2026, with CLE sessions on today's pressing practice issues, plenaries on major legal and civic themes, and events that celebrate leadership in the profession.

These new and updated PINNACLE resources provide attorneys with practical guidance on client mental health concerns, a current statutory reference for probate and estate planning, and a bench-tested guide to criminal and traffic proceedings.

Petition 26-01 asks the court to amend Supreme Court Rules (SCR) 60.04(4), (5), (6), (7), and (8), relating to campaign-related judicial recusals. A public hearing will be held June 4, 2026.