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Wisconsin Court System / Wisconsin Supreme Court
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Following is a brief overview of the Wisconsin Court System. Municipal courts -237 municipal courts -240 municipal judges -Milwaukee has the largest municipal court and three full-time municipal judges. Madison has the only other full-time municipal court. Circuit courts -Single level trial court since 1978. -249 circuit judges in 72 counties. Judges elected countywide to six-year terms in non-partisan elections. -Milwaukee County is the largest jurisdiction with 47 judges. -30 counties have one judge each; smaller counties share a judge. Court of Appeals -Created in 1978 and originally designed to handle 1,200 cases per year. -Mostly mandatory jurisdiction, meaning that litigants have the right to appeal their cases from the circuit court to the Court of Appeals. -16 judges in four districts. Judges elected district wide to six-year terms. Supreme Court -Seven justices elected statewide to 10-year terms. -Court of last resort. -Court reviews approximately 1,000 petitions per year and accepts between 100 and 120.
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We’re #hiring a new District Court Administrator in Wausau, Wisconsin. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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Have you heard? On September 30, the Wisconsin State Law Library was officially named in honor of Lavinia Goodell, Wisconsin’s first woman lawyer. As Justice Ann Walsh Bradley shared in her speech, this marks the first state-owned building to be named after a woman! For more information about the Lavinia Goodell State Law Library, visit https://wilawlibrary.gov/. You can learn more about Lavinia Goodell and her remarkable life here: LaviniaGoodell.com.
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Ethics School 2024 is just around the corner! Earn 3 CLE/EPR credits and 1 LAU credit while deepening your understanding of the Rules of Professional Conduct. Key discussion points include maintaining the well-being of lawyers and staff, ethical issues in legal representation, and the influence of personal conduct on professional duties. The seminar will be held at various locations: • October 4 at Madison College, Madison • October 31 at Waukesha Co. Technical College, Pewaukee • November 7 at Southwest Technical College, Fennimore • November 8 at Western Technical College, La Crosse • November 15 at Gateway Technical College, Racine Paralegal students can attend at no cost. For registration details and to secure your spot, click here: https://lnkd.in/gtbGzQaN
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September is Juror Appreciation Month in Wisconsin—a time to recognize and thank the jurors who play a critical role in our justice system. Jury service is not just a duty; it is a contribution to the fabric of our democracy. The Wisconsin Supreme Court, Wisconsin Legislature, and Governor Tony Evers have all recently signed declarations to honor this essential role. To all past, present, and future jurors — we thank you for your service! Discover more Juror Appreciation Month: https://lnkd.in/gXRxfa4S
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The Office of Lawyer Regulation is excited to offer an online-only seminar on Friday, September 20, designed for legal professionals who want to enhance their understanding of trust account regulations and earn FREE ethics CLE credit. Covered topics include: • Types of trust accounts • How to open and manage them • Legal fee handling • Fraud prevention tips Register and secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gfy2d_zy
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Have you seen the newest addition to the Capitol Square? This past weekend, the statue of Vel Phillips was unveiled. As the first African American woman to graduate from UW-Madison Law School and the first African American judge in Wisconsin, her contributions have significantly shaped our justice system and continue to serve as a beacon of inspiration for future generations. To learn more about her life, we invite you to read the following article: https://lnkd.in/g3PcDzY2
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Frank and Tim do an excellent job managing this division and I would encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
The Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation has two job openings. One posting is for an investigative counsel job that closes on August 4. The other is for a program associate position that closes on August 11. Please reach out to me or my colleague Julie Spoke if you're curious about either. The court system has some other interesting openings too. Have a look. https://lnkd.in/gFJ5ati7
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The Court with Class offers a unique opportunity for anyone curious about the legal system. Students witness live oral arguments, engage with legal experts, and gain insights into the judiciary's role. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNCekVpr
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In response to the pressing issue of a diminishing pool of legal practitioners in Wisconsin, Chief Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler initiated a significant step forward to address the issue by forming the Attorney Retention & Recruitment Committee. With representation from law school deans, the State Bar, and judges across the state, this initiative aims to foster collaboration and propose actionable solutions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gDGFFekZ
Chief Justice establishes committee to address attorney shortage
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