The State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is here to assist your members in finding qualified attorneys across the state to address their legal needs.
As Wisconsin continues to navigate ongoing challenges, we've developed resources to help you easily connect your members with trusted legal guidance and support.
Many Wisconsinites are facing a variety of legal issues, such as:
- Labor and employment law, including:
- Enhanced unemployment benefits
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans
- Employee Retention Credit
- Employer payroll tax deferrals
- Contract enforcement and force majeure
- Lease negotiations
- Other financial and legal matters
Our experienced staff provides personalized assistance to help your members find the right attorney for their unique situation.
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Navigating legal issues can be challenging for businesses, but you don't have to face them alone. The State Bar of Wisconsin's Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is a trusted, convenient resource designed to connect you with the help you need.
When you contact LRS, you'll speak with an experienced legal assistant who will carefully assess your situation and guide you toward the best solution—whether that's connecting you with a qualified attorney or referring you to other valuable government or community resources.
For over 40 years, the Lawyer Referral Service has provided free assistance to thousands of Wisconsin businesses and consumers, helping more than 30,000 individuals each year find the right legal and governmental support.
If you need legal guidance, call us at (800) 362-9082 or visit us online at wisbar.org/forPublic/INeedaLawyer to get started.
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Guide Your Members to Legal Help with the Lawyer Referral Service
When your members face legal questions or challenges, the State Bar of Wisconsin's Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is an excellent resource to help them find the right direction.
LRS helps Wisconsin residents determine whether their issue is truly legal in nature. If it is, the service connects them with a qualified lawyer in their area who specializes in their specific type of problem.
While you won't receive legal advice when you call, you will speak with an experienced legal assistant who can analyze your situation and guide you to the best source of help. Sometimes, a lawyer may not be necessary—if that's the case, the assistant can refer you to the appropriate government agency or community resource.
Referrals through LRS are free. The initial consultation with a lawyer—up to 30 minutes—is available for a low fee of no more than $20.
Start the process anytime online at wisbar.org/forPublic/INeedaLawyer/Pages/Business or by calling (800) 362-9082.
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About the State Bar of Wisconsin
The State Bar of Wisconsin is a mandatory professional association established by the Wisconsin Supreme Court for all licensed attorneys in the state. With over 25,000 members, the Bar supports the courts in improving justice administration, offers continuing legal education and other services to its members, supports law student education, and provides public education about the legal system.
The State Bar also offers important public services, including lawyer referrals, public education, and reduced-fee legal assistance for low-income Wisconsin residents.
For more information or additional resources, please contact Katie Wilcox, Consumer Outreach & Customer Services Manager, at (800) 728-7788, ext. 6191.
