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Liberals All Wrong on Early Voting Law
Actually Republicans have expanded early voting.
Dec 20th, 2018 by Rick Esenberg
Neubauer for Justice Files Over 5500 Signatures
2000 Needed To Qualify For Spring Ballot
Dec 20th, 2018 by Lisa Neubauer
State Medicaid Fraud Program Overreaches?
State claims millions saved, but some call it “bullying” of legitimate service providers.
Dec 16th, 2018 by Helu Wang and Dee J. Hall
Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces bipartisan support from law enforcement
Announces endorsements from more than 65 sheriffs and district attorneys
Dec 10th, 2018 by Lisa Neubauer
Punished By Probation Agents For 20 Years
Appeals court rules that man repeatedly denied probation and jailed due to gross negligence can sue.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Margo Kirchner
State Investigators Leave Teachers in Limbo
DPI investigations may present due process problems, appeals court judge writes.
Dec 4th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts
One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Judges Rally Behind Danielle Shelton in Race for Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge
"It’s an honor to have the support of so many renowned leaders from across Milwaukee County who know what it takes to serve the court."
Nov 16th, 2018 by Danielle Shelton
Court Strips Workers of $10 Million Award
Federal appeals court says Pewaukee company's arbitration clause bars joint claim by employees for wage, hour violations.
Nov 6th, 2018 by Margo Kirchner
Four Hires and an Award: Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel Pursues Continued Growth and Excellence
Corp Counsel’s office gains a new deputy, two new assistants, new office manager and recognition for Corp Counsel Margaret Daun
Nov 5th, 2018 by Milwaukee County Office of Corporation Counsel
Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces support from five dozen more judges
More than 260 current and former judges now endorse Neubauer
Oct 21st, 2018 by Lisa Neubauer
Appeals Court Revives Girls Prison Lawsuit
Teen girls put in isolation for months, attempted suicide, at state’s Copper Lake facility.
Oct 15th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
42 Days in Jail for Rolling His Eyes
Judge puts defendant in jail for alleged bad attitude. Appeals court overturns decision.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Appoints Jon Fredrickson to Serve as Racine County Circuit Court Judge
"Jon Fredrickson has established himself as a distinguished and respected attorney in southeastern Wisconsin for nearly 20 years."
Sep 28th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Court Reverses $6.7 Million Rape Verdict
Federal appeals court rules county not liable for employee raping county jail inmate.
Sep 17th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Life Sentence For Juvenile OK, Court Says
Man who killed woman when he was 16 gets life plus 32 years. Appeal court upholds it.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Appeals Court Gives Immigrant Second Chance
Seventh circuit, based in Northern Illinois, overrules federal government, says law protects asylum seeker.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
WILL Hires Lucas Vebber as Deputy Counsel
Before joining WILL, Lucas served as General Counsel and Director of Environmental and Energy Policy at Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce.
Aug 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces support from more than 200 judges across Wisconsin
"I am honored to have such broad support from my colleagues across the state."
Aug 20th, 2018 by Lisa Neubauer
Hagedorn Will Run for Supreme Court
Former attorney for Walker wants seat held by retiring justice Shirley Abrahamson
Aug 17th, 2018 by Laurel White
Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Jones to Serve on the Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Andrew Jones is a partner in the Milwaukee office of Husch Blackwell LLP.
Aug 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Judge Brian Hagedorn Announces Candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court
"I pledge to you that I will apply the law fairly to everyone."
Aug 16th, 2018 by Brian Hagedorn
Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown Welcomes Attorney Kristen N. Nelson to Their Healthcare Team
Nelson has joined the firm after working in private practice specializing in criminal, civil and regulatory representation of health care providers.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP Gimbel, Reilly,
Chief Judge Lisa Neubauer declares candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Chief appellate judge also announces support of more than 150 current and former judges
Jul 12th, 2018 by Lisa Neubauer
High Court Sticks It To Milwaukee
Roggensack’s political decision gives police and fire unions more power over pension fund.
Jul 10th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Giuliani Can’t Practice Law in D.C.
Trump's lawyer has "inactive" license in D.C. so can't defend president there.
Jun 28th, 2018 by Michael Horne
State ‘Cocaine Mom’ Law Reinstated
Federal court overrules state court decision voiding law allowing jailing of drug-using mothers.
Jun 25th, 2018 by Margo Kirchner
One Wisconsin Institute Statements on Sen. Ron Johnson and GOP Vote to Put Michael Brennan on Federal Court
Brennan ‘Ought to Have Been Disqualified From, Not Approved For a Lifetime Appointment’
May 10th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
Ron Johnson Votes to Advance Nomination of Racist, Homophobe to Lifetime Court Seat; Tammy Baldwin Rejects Extremist
Brennan was chosen despite not being recommended through the traditional bipartisan process used by Wisconsin’s U.S. Senators since the 1970s.
May 9th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Institute
GOP Senators To Pick Wisconsin’s Judge?
Vote on Michael Brennan would ignore Democratic Senator Baldwin’s objection to him.
May 8th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
WILL Wins Open Records Fight with Representative Brostoff
Despite this settlement, the legal issue of whether custodians must provide records in their electronic format when requested remains unresolved.
May 3rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
California Supreme Court Justice Liu goes ‘On the Issues’ at Marquette Law School
Liu is the son of Taiwanese immigrants, a graduate of Stanford University and former Rhodes Scholar who attended Oxford University.
Apr 13th, 2018 by Marquette University
Will Robert Lee Stinson Get Justice?
DNA exonerated him of murder after 24 years in jail, appeals court okays wrongful conviction suit.
Apr 12th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Voters Want Checks and Balances
That’s the message on Supreme Court race, Treasurer referendum. Was message received?
Apr 11th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Why Walker Waved Red “Danger” Sign
He's experienced a wave election before, but that time it helped him.
Apr 9th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Walker’s Plan to Break the Law
And why Attorney General Schimel didn’t warn him it was folly.
Apr 4th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Vote Today; Key Races Will Be Decided
A breakdown of everything on Milwaukee ballots.
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Court Race Replays Issues of 2011
Dallet vs Screnock a rerun of Kloppenburg vs Prosser for Supreme Court in 2011?
Apr 2nd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Dallet Would Make History If Elected
6 of 7 state Supreme Court members would be women, highest percentage in American history.
Mar 30th, 2018 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Scott Walker’s Big Lie
Not doing special elections hasn’t saved money, it’s actually cost taxpayers. A lot.
Mar 29th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Supreme Court Rewrites Flowage Property Rights
Restricts ability to build piers. Dissenting judges say it’s an issue for legislators.
Mar 19th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Can Juveniles Get Life Without Parole?
Appeals Court asks State Supreme Court to decide if that’s constitutional.
Mar 13th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Many On GPS Monitoring Are Homeless
10% of offenders monitored by state are homeless and harder to track.
Mar 10th, 2018 by Riley Vetterkind
Does GPS Monitoring Violate Civil Rights?
Opponents say yes. Courts wrestle with the issue.
Mar 8th, 2018 by Riley Vetterkind
Desperate Unions Revive Another Failed Attempt to Overturn Act 10
Healy: “Unions need to realize they can’t force someone to join and they can’t bully taxpayers into submission.”
Feb 26th, 2018 by MacIver Institute
Stronger Recusal Rules Needed for State Courts
Wisconsin was once the gold standard for impartial courts. Not any more.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jay Heck
State High Court Restricts Open Records
Ruling makes it harder for unions to determine who has voted in elections.
Feb 9th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Governor Scott Walker today announced the following administration staff changes
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Releases Statement Thanking U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley
“I thank Chairman Grassley for his leadership and commitment to allowing judicial nominees with sterling credentials the opportunity to be heard."
Jan 26th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Bill Could Expunge More Criminal Records
Overrides state Supreme Court ruling, allows offenders to request this after completing sentences.
Jan 26th, 2018 by Margo Kirchner and Gretchen Schuldt
Republican Bill Deregulates Taxis
All city regulations would be moot, including background checks on drivers by police.
Jan 23rd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Voter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet
Two Supreme Court candidates answer questions, but Screnock declines.
Jan 19th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Rise of a Partisan Supreme Court
It’s supposed to be non-partisan. How and why did this change?
Dec 6th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Court Ruling Weakens Whistleblower Law
Supreme Court justice called 2015 decision 'absurd,’ charging it weakens protections.
Dec 4th, 2017 by Bobby Ehrlich
WILL Files Petition for Review With The Wisconsin Supreme Court In Professor McAdams’ Case Against Marquette
WILL believes the court should hear the case now because there is no binding precedent on the question of how far academic freedom extends.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Despite Mounting Questions of Fitness and Legitimacy of Trump Administration Another Extreme Judicial Nominee Approved for Lifetime Slot on Federal Judiciary
Repercussions Are Dire and Could be Felt For Generations to Come
Nov 3rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin Institute
State One of Worst for Whistle Blowers
GOP’s repeal of False Claims Act a “green light” to steal from taxpayers?
Oct 16th, 2017 by Gretchen Christensen and Madeline Sweitzer
Foxconn Law Transforms State Courts
Company gets more and quicker access, while everyone else waits for justice.
Oct 12th, 2017 by Margo Kirchner
Matt Flynn Announces Campaign for Governor of Wisconsin
Milwaukee attorney and former State Party Chairman says it’s time to move Wisconsin Forward again
Oct 10th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
Northwestern Mutual’s Manista elected to Marquette board of trustees
Manista is responsible for the company’s law and public affairs function, including the law, communications, enterprise compliance, and government relations departments.
Oct 9th, 2017 by Marquette University
County Must Pay $6.7 Million Verdict
Judge rules insurer not liable for sexual assault of County Jail inmate.
Oct 3rd, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Applauds Right to Work Appeals Court Ruling
Governor Scott Walker issued the following statement today after the Wisconsin Court of Appeals District III ruled Wisconsin’s Right to Work law as constitutional
Sep 19th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Cocaine Law Can Still Jail Pregnant Women
Federal judge overruled "cocaine mom" law, but state appeal overruled his injunction.
Sep 11th, 2017 by Margo Kirchner
Governor Walker Appoints Andrew Hitt to Serve as Judicial Selection Advisory Committee Chair
Andrew Hitt currently serves as partner and chief operating officer of Michael Best Strategies, LLC, and senior counsel at Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP, where he is a senior member of the firm’s government and regulatory law team.
Sep 8th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Ron Johnson’s Hypocrisy on Federal Judgeship
Violates his pledge and adopts policy he once condemned to get conservative appointed judge.
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Margo Kirchner
Walker’s Health Care Gamble Exposes State
He bet on health care exchanges and against expanding Medicaid, which could hurt Wisconsin.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Bruce Thompson
Donald Trump Undermines Bipartisan Wisconsin Selection Process to Nominate Gov. Walker Crony to Federal Judicial Seat
‘The Wrong Way to Put the Wrong Person on the Federal Bench’
Aug 4th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Governor Walker Releases Statement Regarding Michael Brennan’s Nomination to United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
"Mike Brennan has proven himself a dedicated public servant to the people of Wisconsin."
Aug 4th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Supreme Court Rulings a Mixed Bag
Wins and losses for openness and accountability.
Aug 1st, 2017 by April Barker
Interrogation Technique Causes False Confessions?
High pressure Reid Technique — used to wrongly convict Brendan Dassey — can trap the innocent.
Jul 24th, 2017 by Krista Johnson
Nomination of John K. Bush to Federal Court Moves Toward Vote in U.S. Senate
Trump Pick for Federal Bench Can’t Be Trusted to Do the Job of Protecting Rights, Treating All Equally Before the Law
Jul 20th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Institute
Why Gableman Is Stepping Down
And how will that affect the race for Supreme Court?
Jun 20th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Appeals Court Clarifies Police Custody
State claims a handcuffed man not in “custody.”
Jun 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Supreme Court Will Hear Oral Arguments In Landmark Partisan Gerrymandering Case, Gill v. Whitford
Wisconsin’s partisan gerrymander is one of the most extremely gerrymandered state legislative plans in the last four decades.
Jun 19th, 2017 by Campaign Legal Center
Raped Jail Inmate Awarded $6.7 Million
But no award from jury for being shackled while delivering her baby.
Jun 8th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Sheriff Clarke Loses Key Ruling
Judge won’t dismiss case on shackling of pregnant inmates in county jail.
May 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Protecting Integrity of Federal Courts Requires Halting Consideration of Trump Nominees Amid Deepening Concerns for Legitimacy of Administration
Senators Swore Oath to Uphold U.S. Constitution, Not Aid and Abet Destruction of Democratic Institutions
May 16th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Institute
That’s a Whole Lot of Manure
55 million gallons per year from one mega farm; $75,000 to politicians.
Apr 19th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Judge Paul Watford goes ‘On the Issues’ at Marquette Law School
In a highly partisan world, Watford has received praise from both conservatives and liberals for his work on the Ninth Circuit.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Marquette University
Important Reminders for Voters about the April 4 Spring Election
All voters will have the opportunity to elect a Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice (uncontested) and the Superintendent of Public Instruction (contested) on Tuesday.
Mar 30th, 2017 by Wisconsin Elections Commission
Bail Jumping Charges Need Reform?
7,034 felony charges in 2016 for violating conditions of bond. Goyke seeks reform.
Mar 23rd, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Man Charged for Childhood Crime
State Appeals Court okays adult felony charge for act committed at age nine.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Federal Court Hears Oral Arguments in Appeals on One Wisconsin Institute, et. al. v. Thomsen, et. al.
Plaintiffs Seek Court Relief For Legal Voters From GOP Efforts to Disenfranchise Them
Feb 24th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Institute
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Help “Blue Water” Navy Veterans
Bipartisan reform would require VA to provide benefits to veterans exposed to Agent Orange
Feb 22nd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Supreme Court Workload Down By 48%
Huge drop in cases handled by state high court. Court of Appeals workload also way down.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Donald Trump Announces His Pick for Seat on U.S. Supreme Court
‘If Ever There Was a Place for Extreme Vetting, It’s Here’
Jan 31st, 2017 by One Wisconsin Institute
Most Reversed Judge Of The Year
Judge William Gabler had four cases overturned by higher courts in 2016.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Coalition of Retired Judges to Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to Adopt Standards to Limit Cash Influence in Judiciary
The retired judges have submitted their petition to the State Supreme Court requesting strong new rules for when judges must disqualify themselves in order to remove even the appearance of bias.
Jan 12th, 2017 by Press Release
Sen. Ron Johnson Set to Fast Track Setting Clock Back on Civil Rights, Voting Rights With Nomination of Jeff Sessions as U.S. Attorney General
Racism, Antipathy to Voting Rights of Nominee For U.S. Attorney General Doesn’t Look Any Better in 2017 Than it Did in 1986
Jan 6th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Justice Ziegler, 37 Judges Unopposed
Just 11 of 48 Circuit Court judges face opponents in April Election
Jan 4th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Return Of Michelle Ackerman Havas
Walker appointee to judge rejected by voters now running for a different branch.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Top 10 Political Stories of 2016
Trump’s Wisconsin win, of course. But what else?
Dec 26th, 2016 by Steven Walters
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Applauds House Passage of Bipartisan, Bicameral Veterans Reform Bill
The measure now comes to the Senate for a vote.
Dec 8th, 2016 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
It Shouldn’t Take a Christmas Miracle for Sen. Ron Johnson to Do His Job and Approve Judicial Nominee He Supports
Will Johnson Deliver a Judge or a Lump of Coal to Seventh Circuit Federal Court of Appeals?
Dec 8th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Institute
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Margaret Daun as Corporation Counsel
Ms. Daun comes to Milwaukee County with diverse experience in the public and private sectors.
Dec 5th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Four Key Judge Races Coming
Supreme Court Justice Ziegler and three Appeals Court judges running in spring election.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
EPA Rule Unfairly Harms Wisconsin, AG Schimel Leads Multi – State Legal Action
Wisconsin is currently challenging the EPA over the 2015 NAAQS in a separate case filed earlier this year, Murray Energy v. EPA.
Nov 23rd, 2016 by Brad Schimel
Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown Welcomes Attorney Russell J. Karnes to Their Litigation, Business and Real Estate Team
Karnes, a 2010 graduate of Marquette Law School, has joined the firm after coming from a local creditor rights law practice.
Nov 1st, 2016 by Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP Gimbel, Reilly,
Microsoft president Smith to discuss technology, diversity and future challenges in visit to Marquette Law School
In his roles with Microsoft, Smith has engaged with some of the central questions facing the economy and our society
Nov 1st, 2016 by Marquette University
Governor Walker Appoints District I Court of Appeals Judge
"Judge Dugan is an outstanding judge, and I’m thrilled to appoint him to the District I Court of Appeals."
Oct 27th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
