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For Watson, listening to clients is key
After working for the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s office for more than 20 years, DeeDee Watson hears the same two questions time and time again: How is she able to defend her indigent criminal clients, and how can she do it for so long?
McMahon fights for her clients by getting personal
Maura McMahon wants to know every client’s story. Throughout the past 12 years in the State Public Defender’s Waukesha office, she has advocated for women, children and the mentally ill, but the often-troubling details of those cases have done little to dim her bright outlook.
Justices to decide if right to confront applies to preliminary hearings
A consolidated case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court could affect how preliminary hearings are conducted in state.
Assembly committee passes heroin prosecution bill (UPDATE)
An Assembly bill that gives individuals who call 911 to report a heroin overdose immunity from prosecution for certain crimes unanimously passed out of committee Thursday.
Smetana committed to improving the system
Dana Smetana has built a reputation as an assistant public defender who does not just see opportunities to improve the criminal justice system.
Appealing to both sides
It’s a rare breed of lawyer that can successfully handle cases at trial and on appeal, but not specialize in either.
Who’s Doing What: Daniels, wife named 2012 Parents of the Year; Thompson elected chair of State Bar BOG
John Daniels Jr., of Quarles & Brady LLP, Milwaukee, and his wife, Irma, were named 2012 Parents of the Year by COA Youth and Family Centers.
Holtz appreciates chance to help others
Every few months, Katie Holtz gets a phone update from a teen she represented during a rough time in his life.
Wisconsin is 15th highest spender in nation on indigent defense
Wisconsin spent nearly $90 million in 2008 on defense attorneys for poor people, according to a new study from the American Bar Association.
Public Defenders Office dealing with collective bargaining fallout
The Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office doesn’t expect a mass exodus of attorneys and staff if legislation passes that would effectively eliminate collective bargaining rights for government employees. But SPD Chair Daniel M. Berkos acknowledged that some losses are likely as a result of the proposed changes that seek to increase employee contributions to pensions […]
Program a source of pride for Dorman
The criminal justice system isn’t perfect, but attorney Robin E. Dorman is trying to get it a little closer.
SPD expects budget shortfall
As someone who depends on appointments from the State Public Defender's Office to sustain her practice, Dianne M. Erickson is not looking forward to February.
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