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The 1999 Bench-Bar Survey:
Lack of Civility Still a Major Concern
 by Dianne Molvig
The 1999 Bench-Bar Survey revealed support
for mandatory CLE on civility, increasing sanctions for discovery
abuses, amending the statutes on mandatory counterclaims, simplifying
procedures for claims against government entities, and reforming
judicial campaign financing, among others.
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Story
Regulating the Legal Profession:
BAPR Annual Report
by Sharren B. Rose &
James L. Martin
In fiscal 1999, BAPR handled 1,923 grievances;
studied the effectiveness of professional responsibility committees;
and educated attorneys to avoid professional misconduct. During
the year, the supreme court initiated a comprehensive review
of Wisconsin's lawyer disciplinary system, including BAPR's structure.
That review continues.
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Bar Proposes Consumer
Focus
to Lawyer Disciplinary System
by Gary L. Bakke
The current disciplinary system works as intended,
but it could be improved to include consumer-oriented programs
and other discipline alternatives.
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Story
Serving the Public: SPD Promotes
Democratic Ideals, Internationally
 by Dianne Molvig
Promoting democratic ideals through the Gideon
Initiative, the Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office provides
a model for Israel.
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Story
Managing Risk: Careful Timekeeping
Pays for Itself
 by Ann Massie
Nelson
Spending a moment to record your time is one
of the best investments you can make. Here are six reasons why.
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Story
Legislative Watch: Disposing Medical,
Financial Records
 by
Scott B. Franklin
The "Dumpster Diving" law is trying
to reduce the likelihood that confidential medical and financial
records will be invaded after their disposal, but before final
destruction in the waste management system.
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President's
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Funding for civil
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Guest
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Bar
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and other discipline alternatives
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SPD
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Managing
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Careful
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