A public menace to public radio
Fox News commentator Juan Williams and I have a lot in common: we've both been banished from public radio.
Why the double standard on voter fraud?
As I drove past a billboard recently, there was a press conference going on. A bunch of special interest groups were protesting that the billboard was part of a vast conspiracy to keep law-abiding citizens from driving cars.
Pro se divorces just aren’t American
I had a very nice lunch recently with a judge who handles a family court calendar, swapping war stories and such.
I’d have a grand time with Civil Gideon
I've always thought that getting tarred and feathered was something that only happened in Mark Twain novels. But I think it could still happen today.
It’s just not that hard to follow the rules
There has been a great hullabaloo lately about Wisconsin's system of attorney discipline.
The Justice Department is wonderful
I recently watched the season premiere of my favorite television show.
On disillusion with the law and Walser
A couple weeks ago, I wrote about how I advised a young woman to go to law school. This week is the counterpoint.
My tattoos are ‘expressive activity’
This may seem hard for you younger attorneys to believe, but when I was young, tattoo parlors were outlawed in Milwaukee.
Bridge for no one a costly mistake
Good bridges make good neighbors. We’re blessed with some great bridges here in Wisconsin. The bridge that connects downtown Milwaukee to Walker’s Point (that’s the historic Fifth Ward to you younger attorneys) is a masterpiece.
A man of commerce, not Congress
In December 2000 it snowed every day, and lots of it. By the end of the month, the snow was piled so high that people could only pass each other on downtown Milwaukee sidewalks through mutual accommodation and respect.
The Dark Side: Law school, Lochner and a life’s work
The other day, I advised a young friend to attend law school, and she agreed. We mutually decided that it was the best means for her to accomplish her goals in life.
Commentary: Law school, Lochner and a life’s work
The other day, I advised a young friend to attend law school, and she agreed. We mutually decided that it was the best means for her to accomplish her goals in life. “So, what do you want to do with your life?” I asked her. “I want to fight poverty,” she answered. “A most noble […]
Legal News
- Trump-appointed federal judge rules Trump’s classified document case is unconstitutional
- A ‘police dialogue team’ from Ohio is facilitating peaceful protests during the RNC. Here’s how.
- Project 2025 defended at Milwaukee event
- Caution surrounds firm’s AI usage
- How Hmong women in Wisconsin are tackling domestic violence in their communities
- Beloit School District rescinds scholarship’s racial eligibility criterion following WILL’s legal threat
- Day One RNC: Trump taps VP; protests erupt during nomination
- Law enforcement from Tulsa to Maryland and North Carolina volunteer to assist during RNC
- Republicans are gathering in Milwaukee to nominate Donald Trump again. Here’s what to expect
- Wisconsin election officials tell clerks best ways to operate absentee ballot drop boxes
- Family vows during funeral to push for charges after Black man pinned to ground outside Milwaukee hotel
- Melania Trump will attend the Republican convention in a rare political appearance, AP sources say
Case Digests
- Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes
- Separation of Powers- Legislative Oversight of Executive Actions
- Notice of Recommitment and Involuntary Medication Hearings
- Firearm Possession-Sufficiency of Evidence
- Motion for Substitute Counsel
- Jury Instructions
- Equal Credit Opportunity Act
- Fourth and 14th Amendment Rights-Parental Medical Neglect
- Eminent Domain
- Intrusion Upon Seclusion Claim-§1983 claim
- Employment Law- Title VII
- Employment Law