JOB CITES: A post-Oktoberfest chaser on voting leave
I recently returned from Oktoberfest. And no, I am not talking about the Oktoberfest held in La Crosse -- I am talking about the real deal in München, Germany.
Who’s Doing What: Whyte Hirschboeck elects shareholders; new hires at several firms
Andrew Bezouska joined Buelow Vetter Buikema Olson & Vliett LLC, Waukesha. Bezouska’s practice focuses on employee benefits. He earned his law degree from Marquette University Law School in 2004.
JOB CITES: Being aware of ‘anti-fat prejudice’ is worth its weight
A good friend of mine -- not named Warren -- is around 5-foot-9 with boots on, and over the last few years or so has fluctuated between 185 and 200 pounds.
Who’s Doing What: Dane County Bar awards grants; von Briesen & Roper moves
The Dane County Bar Association’s Delivery of Legal Services Committee announced organizations that received grants for projects that extend legal services and information to the Dane County community.
JOB CITES: Yes, Virginia, there is individual liability
Dear Shirley: Because you are head of Human Resources, I am aware that under company policy I need to run all recommendations for termination decisions by you and receive approval before moving forward.
Milwaukee County sheriff’s lawsuit against commission to get new judge
A lawsuit filed by Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke against the Milwaukee County Civil Service Commission over the layoffs of three captains is changing courtrooms.
Who’s Doing What: Lawyers on the rise
John Daniels Jr., chairman of Quarles & Brady LLP, Milwaukee, received the Friend of the University Award from the Marquette University Alumni Association. The award recognizes distinguished leadership and/or service to Marquette University by a nonalumnus/alumna. Daniels was selected due to his work as a supporter of Marquette’s Urban Scholars Program, which provides 10 full-tuition [&helli[...]
JOB CITES: The other office politics
Over the years, I have noticed that there are two general questions I receive when people find out I practice employment law.
JOB CITES: No compensatory (or punitive damages) for you!
Watching the process of employment discrimination claims in Wisconsin in recent years, I’m reminded of one of my favorite episodes of "Seinfeld."
Despite cost, court sees value in State Bar audit
As the state Supreme Court inches closer toward a performance audit of the State Bar of Wisconsin, some say the endeavor would be a waste of time and money.
JOB CITES: How firms can take on the ‘work-life balance’ debate
According to a New York Times article written by Tara Parker Pope, about 100 million Americans, nearly half of all adults, are unmarried.
Who’s Doing What: Firms earn awards
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