Real estate-related instruments that affect title to approximately 300,000 parcels of land located in Milwaukee County are recorded by the Register of Deeds.
The following documents and services are available through the Register of Deeds:
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certified copies of birth, death and marriage records
- request to file a military discharge for safe keeping
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Elected Officials, Civic Leaders Decry ICE Courthouse Arrests
'Due process is non-negotiable.' County officials call for preventative measures.
Apr 8th, 2025 by Graham KilmerRep. Rodriguez Hangs Onto Assembly Seat
Southside Republican squeaks by Democratic challenger in remapped Assembly District.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Graham KilmerLatinos Leaders Endorse David Marstellar for Assembly in the 21st District
Oct 3rd, 2024 by David Marstellar
Meet the Candidates for County Office
Cullen vs Chisholm for treasurer showdown is winner-take-all.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Graham KilmerBurgelis Campaign Rolls Out Long List of Initial Endorsements
Jan 24th, 2024 by Ald. Peter Burgelis
Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4 Candidate Jack Eckblad Earns Endorsements of Milwaukee County Register of Deeds, State Representative Ortiz-Velez, and Trio of Supervisors: Adds to List of Local Leaders Supporting Eckblad’s Campaign for Bold, Responsible Leadership
Oct 9th, 2023 by Sup. Jack Eckblad
Sara Geenen Campaign Announces More Than 50 Endorsements From Judges & Elected Officials
Mar 13th, 2023 by Sara Geenen
Thousands Have Unclaimed Funds in County Treasury
County itself has more than $10,000 waiting to be claimed. How about you?
Feb 28th, 2023 by Michael HorneGregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney
Nominee, if confirmed, would get second term as U.S. Attorney and top prosecutor for Southeast Wisconsin.
Jun 7th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneEighteen Milwaukee Local Elected Officials Endorse Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate
Aug 18th, 2021 by Mandela Barnes
Downtown Office Building Sold to Milwaukee Tool
Company hopes to have 650 workers in downtown Milwaukee by end of 2021.
May 24th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneNine Election Takeaways
Big turnout, delayed votes, new faces in the Assembly and the Constitution Party.
Aug 12th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneCandidate List and Election Guide
Long list of candidates, but ballots will be short for most Milwaukeeans.
Aug 6th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes Endorses Israel Ramón for Register of Deeds
Lt. Gov. sees Ramón as true progressive leader, reforms working
Aug 5th, 2020 by Israel RamónWisconsin Governor Tony Evers Endorses Israel Ramón for Register of Deeds
Gov. Evers acknowledges progress made, more progressive reforms on the way
Jul 29th, 2020 by Israel RamónMr Pension Scandal Wants Your Vote
John Weishan, who supported infamous pension plan that gouged taxpayers, is running for Register of Deeds.
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Bruce MurphyUnited States Senator Tammy Bladwin Endorses Israel Ramón for Register of Deeds
Sen. Baldwin believes in efficient government, progressive reforms
Jul 20th, 2020 by Israel RamónLeague of Women Voters Publishes Online Voter Guide
Jul 15th, 2020 by League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County
Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Statement on Predecessor Guilty Plea
Ramón working to move Milwaukee County forward, addresses issues from previous administration
Jun 26th, 2020 by Israel RamónFormer Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Charged with Wire Fraud
Jun 26th, 2020 by U.S. Department of Justice
Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements
Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón
Jun 24th, 2020 by Israel RamónWeishan Running for Register of Deeds
After 20 years on the county board Sup. John Weishan, Jr. seeks a better paying position.
May 12th, 2020 by Graham KilmerJohn F. Weishan Jr. Announces Bid for Milwaukee County Register of Deeds 2020
May 8th, 2020 by Sup. John F. Weishan, Jr.
Custer’s Last Stand in Milwaukee
There’s still a city street that honors him. Or is it named after a Town of Granville settler?
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Carl BaehrMilwaukee County Announces Major Reforms in the Register of Deeds Office
Milwaukee County Register of Deeds office expects annual cost savings of $150,000
Jan 6th, 2020 by County Executive Chris AbeleIsrael Ramón Announces his Candidacy for Milwaukee County Register of Deeds
Sep 28th, 2019 by Israel Ramón
County Launches Investigation Into Former Register Of Deeds
John La Fave retired after his office was raided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
May 19th, 2019 by Corrinne HessGov. Tony Evers Appoints Israel Ramón as Milwaukee County Register of Deeds
"Israel Ramón is the kind of principled, organized, and thoughtful leader needed to run the Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Office."
May 10th, 2019 by Gov. Tony EversHawley Rd. Honors First Register of Deeds
Cyrus Hawley got rich on real estate and was an opponent of immigrant militia companies.
Apr 18th, 2019 by Carl BaehrJohn La Fave and “The Wire”
Embattled Register of Deeds may have borrowed a scheme from the HBO drama.
Apr 18th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneRegister of Deeds John La Fave Retires
Announcement comes two months after FBI raid of his office.
Apr 9th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneRegister of Deeds John LaFave’s Domicile
His deeds are now being investigated by FBI. He lives in a modest Brown Deer ranch home.
Feb 14th, 2019 by Michael HorneThe Barons of Bay View
Wealthy businessmen Stephen Clement and Eber Ward founded Bay View, named many streets.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Carl BaehrTim Gokhman Builds His Dream Home
Developer is building on one of the last remaining lots in Beerline B.
Aug 25th, 2015 by Michael HorneSupervisor Harris Seeks to Clear Misinformation About Free Birth Certificates For Voter Identification
Supervisor helps to eliminate rumors and misunderstanding about Milwaukee County program that provides up to 5,000 free birth certificates for obtaining ID card for voting purposes.
Oct 16th, 2012 by Ald. Nikiya Dodd







































