On Nov. 24, 2025, the State Bar of Wisconsin Professional Ethics Committee issued Opinion EF-25-03, discussing lawyers' obligations when the competency of criminal defendants who are clients is in question.

Wisconsin's physical placement statute directs courts to maximize time with each parent while keeping the child's best interests at the center of every decision. Brad C. Schweiger explains why that flexible, individualized approach better serves families than a rigid presumption of equal placement.

Expert witness research is a critical component of litigation strategy, informing expert selection, case theory, and trial preparation. Law librarian Laura Olsen outlines resources and best practices for finding, vetting, and challenging expert witnesses, including due diligence techniques, Daubert considerations, and cautions when using AI-assisted research tools.

Newly updated PINNACLE titles provide Wisconsin lawyers with current, practical guidance in collections and bankruptcy, and juvenile justice. With updated statutes, case law, and practice tools, these resources help you navigate complex financial disputes and child and juvenile proceedings with confidence.

The State Bar of Wisconsin seeks candidates to serve on its 2026-27 Board of Governors. Leaders of all experience levels are needed. Petitions are due March 2, 2026.

The Board of Bar Examiners filed a rule petition asking the court to amend Supreme Court Rules (SCR) 40.04 and 40.14, relating to the administration, content, and fees for the Wisconsin Bar Examination.