Labor law gives Robbins career satisfaction
Marianne Robbins walked straight out of the classroom and into the courtroom 30 years ago.
Personal experience drives Conwell’s work
After spending years advocating for foster children in her care, Susan Conwell thought there must be a better way.
Jacoby puts labor relations on its ear
Contrary to her legal career and efforts as a mentor and volunteer, Mary Pat Jacoby’s most high profile case was based on nothing.
Clauss might be retired, but she’s not done teaching
When protestors swarmed Madison over collective bargaining, Carin Clauss didn’t see a political opportunity. She saw a chance to teach.
Umberger finds a patent for career success
Michelle Umberger knows how to blaze a trail.
Shifting gears is part of Bensky’s leadership path
Before embarking on her career as a lawyer, Janice Bensky tackled post-graduate studies in French, worked as a federal tax employee, started a family and then became a Realtor.
Gehl takes a classic, yet unconventional path
An undergraduate interest in the classics led Carol Gehl to a career in securities law.
Janaszek takes on all challenges in long career
Milwaukee lawyer Barbara Janaszek had just finished demolishing a witness on cross-examination.
Gaines turns personal victory into legal calling
Meg Gaines practices knight-in-shining-armor law while supervising students at the University of Wisconsin Law School’s Center for Patient Partnerships.
Dallet finds balance on Milwaukee County bench
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Rebecca Dallet doesn’t have a problem finding ways to occupy her time.
Appellate practioner finds her niche in brief writing
Diane Slomowitz recently took a meditation class. Not long into it, she realized everyone except her had achieved a meditative state.
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