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.
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.
Petersen kept own counsel when choosing legal career
Laurie Petersen is in many respects a leader, and does what she can to teach younger lawyers all the lessons she has learned in her successful career.
Sederholm can’t elude draw of bankruptcy law
In nominating Kristin Sederholm for a Women in the Law award, David Krekeler, of Krekeler Strother, called the path that brought her to the legal profession the “epitome of the uncommon.”
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- Gov. Evers seeks applicants for Lafayette County Circuit Court
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- Audit finds Wisconsin Capitol Police emergency response times up, calls for better tracking
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