Giftos setting the mold for aspiring female lawyers
Mindi Giftos hopes the success she’s had in the fields of intellectual property and technology law will give aspiring female lawyers a little bit of confidence that they can do the same.
Schaller writes own ticket in legal profession
Melissa Schaller always thought she would be a writer one day.
Litigation, municipal work ideal blend for Allen
At first glance, the two parts of Susan Allen’s legal practice may seem as if they have little in common. But to Allen, a partner at Stafford Rosenbaum in Milwaukee, her litigation practice and work for municipalities are a natural combination.
Perreault uses personalized approach in fighting for clients
While working with a domestic-violence shelter, Michele Perreault spent a lot of time in court as an expert witness.
Law Journal honors its Women in the Law
The Wisconsin Law Journal honored 29 outstanding women lawyers Wednesday night during the annual Women in the Law event at Discovery World in Milwaukee. More than 300 people were in attendance for the 14th annual event.
Experiences foster Kilander’s passion for family law
When Tanner Kilander was around the age of 5 or 6, a little girl in her class was put into foster care.
Sperling draws line in sand for social injustice
At 9 years old, Carrie Sperling harked back to the words of U.S. Rep. Barbara Jordan during her address at the Democratic National Convention in 1976. Jordan’s speech inspired Sperling to set the wheels of her career in motion.
WOMAN OF THE YEAR: In death, Quirt-Sann’s legacy will live on
For her tireless devotion to family law and her profound understanding of family relations and her thorough knowledge of the law, Sara Quirt-Sann is the Wisconsin Law Journal’s 2017 Woman of the Year.
Hagopian ‘go-to’ colleague for lawyers seeking advice
How can someone tell if her advice is held in high regard by her colleagues?
Eberle fights injustice with a world view
Betty Eberle is no ordinary Wisconsin lawyer. Beyond her assets as a practitioner — which include a Stanford law degree — Eberle brings to the law a perspective that was shaped by experiences from around the globe.
Groy overcomes hurdles with a little help from strangers
To say Gail Groy, a partner at Axley Brynelson, had some obstacles to overcome to get where she is today is an understatement.
Emery relishes, thrives on rapid change
After a visit to the U.S. Supreme Court on a family vacation, Linda Emery decided at 8 years old that she would be a lawyer.
Legal News
- Milwaukee County District Attorney, UWM police address Jewish threats
- With GOP convention over, Milwaukee weighs the benefits of hosting political rivals
- Secret Service head resigns as Congress formally investigates
- Milwaukee Police Department issues statement regarding video release policy
- GOP convention sets the stage for the Democratic convention in Chicago, activists and police say
- Survey: Harris has enough delegates to be nominee
- Outside the RNC, small Milwaukee businesses and their regulars tried to salvage a sluggish week
- Biden called to resign immediately after the president announces he won’t seek reelection
- Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses Harris
- Local PA cops allegedly thought Trump’s would-be assassin was Secret Service
- Biden-Lead Secret Service admits agency denied past requests by Trump’s campaign for tighter security
- Class action filed against Walgreens
Case Digests
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel; Double Jeopardy; Sentencing
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel; Sexual Assault-Prosecutorial Misconduct
- Contract-Negligence
- Criminal Law; Juvenile Law; Discovery
- Family Law; Child Support; Property Division First paragraph(s)
- Ineffective Assistance of Counsel- Exclusion of Evidence of Witness Bias
- Postconviction Relief-Sentencing-Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
- 14th Amendment – Due Process
- Criminal-Sentencing Guidelines – Enhancement
- Bankruptcy-Tax
- Civil Rights – 14th Amendment-Jury Instructions
- Contract; Foreclosure and Property