Lobbyist named as Schimel’s deputy
A business lobbyist with the Hamilton Consulting Group LLC, Madison, will be the new attorney general’s deputy, according to a news release from J.B. Van Hollen’s office.
Candid courtroom: Outspoken judges prompt criticism, admiration
Not every judge would feel comfortable writing in an opinion that “the sight of a shackled litigant is apt to make jurors think they’re dealing with a mad dog.”
How to stay within the rules, while cutting costs, on document storage
Tricia Nell thought going paperless would give her the flexibility to work from anywhere, anytime.
10 top qualities for success as a trial lawyer
At some point, just about every law student or new lawyer must choose between trial or transactional work.
Necessity of Supreme Court citation rule unclear after more than 2 years
When the Wisconsin Supreme Court next year reviews its 2009 rule that allows for citation of unpublished appellate court decisions, there may be minimal evidence to determine the value of the change.
Justices consider taking oral arguments outside the court
A high school gymnasium isn’t where veteran Milwaukee appellate lawyer Rob Henak said he aspired to argue a case in front of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
State Supreme Court sides with SPD on sanction issue
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals can’t brand an attorney a liar without giving the attorney a chance to challenge that label, according to a Wisconsin Supreme Court decision Tuesday.
Walker appoints seven to Judicial Selection Advisory Committee
On Friday, Gov. Scott Walker appointed seven members to his new Judicial Selection Advisory Committee.
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- A judge tosses claims against a former Wisconsin police officer who killed 3 people in five years
- Wisconsin Republican Senate candidate Hovde promises to donate salary to charity
- Steven Avery’s attorney Zellner files ‘bombshell’ Manitowoc motion
- Evers taps Marcus Hawkins to Public Service Commission
- School shootings prompt more states to fund digital maps for first responders
- Wisconsin Democrats oppose bi-partisan bill against China spyware Tiktok
- Milwaukee Bucks partner with WisDOT to expand reckless driving prevention campaign
- Evers taps State Bar President-Elect Bucher for Circuit Court Judge
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