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Win, Lose, Score a Deal: Student Athletes' NIL Rights

Student-athletes in the U.S. who want to profit off the playing field or court from their personal brands have received a boost from the revision of name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. Here's an overview of developments in recent years.

By Joshua M. Frieser

New Federal Reporting Requirements for Non-Financed Residential Real Estate Transfers

Beginning March 1, 2026, transfers of residential real estate, such as single-family dwellings, for which credit is not extended will need to be reported to the federal government. It is vital for lawyers practicing in real estate, estate planning, or business to understand when the reporting requirement applies and to advise clients accordingly.

By Cheryl A. Hipenbecker

Behind the Curtains: Corporate Control and Care in Wisconsin Nursing Homes

Whether representing injured nursing home residents, defending nursing homes, or advising such institutions on governance and compliance, lawyers must analyze how ownership and control affect day-to-day operations, staffing decisions, and regulatory oversight. This article examines those dynamics with a particular focus on the risks posed by profit-driven ownership models and the legal implications for attorneys navigating them.

By Kristen Breann Lojewski

Opinions, Voices & Ideas

President's Message
Behind the Curtains: Corporate Control and Care in Wisconsin Nursing Homes
Dan Gartzke invites members to volunteer for the Mock Trial program to help lay a path for today’s high school students to become tomorrow's lawyers.

Your State Bar
Grace, Gratitude, and Green Beans
Jill Rothstein urges readers to give thanks and show kindness, in November and throughout the year.

Nuts & Bolts
AI Prompting for Legal Professionals: The Art of Asking the Right Question
Bonnie Shucha provides tips for prompting generative artificial intelligence with questions that will bring up the kinds of answers legal professionals need.

Ethics
When You're a Lawyer You're a Lawyer All the Way
Stacie Rosenzweig reminds lawyers that several of the Supreme Court Rules of Professional Conduct for Attorneys apply 24/7, whether or not you’re representing a client and regardless of your location.

The Lawyer's Journey
On Touching Grass
Amber Ault says even in times of chaos and trauma, simple things, like getting away from screens, going outside, and connecting with nature, can make a world of difference for our physical and emotional well-being.

Technology
Abstaining from AI: Is Resistance Futile?
Law firms and businesses sometimes resist change and the adoption of new technologies because of fear or uncertainty, whether justified or not. James Pearson lists things to consider when deciding whether to avoid using artificial intelligence.

Managing Risk
Stronger Lawyers, Safer Practices: Reflections from a National Insurance Conference
Matthew Beier reports on key takeaways for insurers and policyholders from the 2025 Annual Conference of the National Association of Bar-Related Insurance Companies.

Final Thought
Funding Is Vital for Legal Aid Organizations' Functioning
Deedee Peterson says continued Legal Services Corporation funding for legal aid organizations is crucial for Wisconsin residents and the communities where they live.