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50-year lawyers: Trubek, Froehlich, and Basting Make Lasting Contributions

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 16, 2012 – Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson recently helped honor the many lawyers who forged impressive careers after taking the oath in 1962. This article, from the latest edition of WisBar InsideTrack, highlights three in particular.

New PINNACLE Director Brings Her Experience to Legal Education and Information Delivery in Wisconsin

Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 14, 2012 – Trish Carrera has a lot of ideas about how the State Bar should deliver its CLE programs and practice books. Carrera joined the State Bar of Wisconsin as its new PINNACLE® director in late March.

Sneak Peek: Wisconsin's Treatment of False Political Speech Tops May Wisconsin Lawyer

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 9, 2012 – Political speech is a highly charged issue these days. In the cover story of the May Wisconsin Lawyer, now available online and in mailboxes soon, author David Pritchard explains how Wisconsin regulates false political speech.

50-year Members: Boyle and McCann Share Unique History, Including Infamous Case

Fri, 04 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 4, 2012 – Gerald Boyle and E. Michael McCann took center stage as the nation watched the Dahmer trial in 1992. They are among many lawyers who forged impressive careers in politics and law after taking the oath in 1962, and this year celebrate 50 years as members of the profession.

Institute Preview: Business Strategist Says Lawyers are Catalysts for Business Growth

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 2, 2012 – Lawyers play a crucial role in driving business innovation, according to John Di Frances, featured speaker at the upcoming Real Estate and Business Institute. Learn more in the latest edition of WisBar InsideTrack.

Law Day 2012: No Courts, No Justice, No Freedom

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 CDT

May 1, 2012 – Lawyers and judges throughout the state are celebrating Law Day today by meeting with members of the community to promote understanding of the important role courts play in our democracy.

State Bar President-elect Post Goes to Pat Fiedler

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 CDT

April 27, 2012 – Patrick J. Fiedler, Axley Brynelson LLP, Madison, won the race for State Bar president-elect, defeating William F. White, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Madison. His term begins July 1 when Kevin Klein, Phillips, succeeds James M. Brennan, Milwaukee, as State Bar president.

State Bar President-elect Post Goes to Pat Fiedler

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:00 CDT

Bar Exam Lawyers Admitted to Wisconsin Practice: Roggensack Recommends Optimism and Truth

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 CDT

April 26, 2012 – Surrounded by family and friends, 34 lawyers who passed the bar exam were admitted to practice in Wisconsin earlier today.