Established by the Wisconsin Supreme Court in 2017, the three-year Business Court Pilot Project has resolved nearly 80 cases on a dedicated commercial docket.
Responding to requests from members, the State Bar of Wisconsin is implementing a new prepayment plan for court assessments and member dues. Starting in January, members have the option to pay monthly installments over a six-month period. Sign up by Jan. 6.
Are you a leader? Or do you wish to be one? Now's your chance to put your skills into action – and gain valuable leadership experience. Run for a 2020 State Bar Board of Governors' position – petitions due March 1.
Social media is not just for socializing; it can be a robust tool for legal research. Find out what you need to know about using social media for legal research and to stay abreast of legal developments.
A relatively new program allows survivors of domestic abuse, including children, to keep their residence addresses confidential through a substitute legal address.
Attorney and technology guru Jeff Krause says the "Moneyball" concept can help law firms see things differently, with data, and improve profitability.
Under a new statute, attorneys can voluntarily agree to accept email service of discovery requests, responses, and other papers required to be served on counsel.
A selection of recent Wisconsin case verdicts are shared below.
The Supreme Court of Wisconsin is seeking qualified candidates to serve as Referees in attorney disciplinary matters.
Do you know someone deserving of recognition for their work in the profession or their community? The State Bar of Wisconsin is seeking nominations for jurist, lawyer, legal worker, and other awards – deadlines are approaching soon.
High school students will tackle the difficult issues presented in a fictional drowning case involving bullying and poor safety practices. Want to get involved? Volunteers – whether attorneys or judges – are needed as referees for regional and state tournament competitions.
Help your family and clients take the right steps at the right time, with the assistance of PINNACLE's 'Advising Older Clients and Their Families.'
Trust accounts are subject to regulation, and the Supreme Court Rule governing these accounts is long and complicated. Turns out, the rule allows a lawyer to send funds from a trust account via a wire transfer.
The State Bar of Wisconsin's Board of Governors, at its Dec. 6 meeting, will discuss proposals on whether to change the structure of the "emeritus" membership status, which currently applies to members age 70 and older.
What it means to navigate the legal system in Wisconsin as a self-represented litigant, with little or no assistance from a lawyer.
Young lawyers are the change agents that will help instill the public's confidence in the legal system, help drive innovative solutions for access to justice, and advocate on important issues that impact the legal profession as a whole.
'Wisconsin Lawyer' magazine and its previous iterations are now part of the HeinOnline digital archive that includes issues dating back to 1927.
The State Bar of Wisconsin successfully defended the Department of Revenue's claim that OnDemand CLE seminars are subject to sales tax. The tax attorneys who represented the State Bar in the years-long case explain the decision.
For her years of dedicated service, Kathleen Brost, State Bar president-elect, is the 2019 recipient of the John Lederer Distinguished Service Award from the State Bar of Wisconsin Solo, Small Firm & General Practice Section.
A new partnership between the State Bar of Wisconsin and Total Administrative Services Corporation (TASC) can help you access tax-advantaged benefits to combat rising healthcare costs.