Wisconsin Supreme Court

Wisconsin legislators rally behind Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Judge Karofsky currently serves as a criminal court judge in Dane County.

Elected officials rally behind Rebecca Kiefer in race to be Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

“I am grateful to State Representatives Bowen and Zamarripa, and the other elected officials who have endorsed my campaign thus far.”

Judge Rachel Graham Announce Campaign to Retain Her Seat on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals

Her campaign has been endorsed by four current and former Supreme Court Justices

Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols Welcomes James M. Sosnoski as an Associate Attorney

James joins Meissner Tierney’s litigation practice group, primarily focusing his practice in the areas of complex commercial and insurance coverage litigation.

Justice Louis Butler endorses Rebecca Kiefer for Milwaukee County Judge

“Rebecca is the right choice for Milwaukee County,” said Justice Butler.

Women Lead endorses Rebecca Kiefer in race to be Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

“I am honored to have the support of Women Lead and to be among the amazing women they have rallied behind.”

Women Lead endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for WI Supreme Court

“Jill has the depth of experience and commitment to our values that we look for in a candidate.”

Legislature Asks Wisconsin Supreme Court to Require Attorney General Kaul to Comply With Law

Kaul refusing to follow previous ruling in SEIU vs. Vos

WILL Sues Evers at Wisconsin Supreme Court Over Budget Vetoes

Original action asks Supreme Court to rein in, limit partial vetoes

What Price Justice, Dan Kelly?

Sitting Court Justice Took Campaign Contributions from Board Members of Group Representing Plaintiffs While Deciding Their Case

Two Eau Claire TIF Cases Dismissed

Courts unwilling to enforce statutory limitations on controversial financing schemes

New Hire: WILL adds former Deputy Solicitor General

Litigation team grows to meet heightened challenges

Rep. Robyn Vining Says Fight for Fair Maps Is Not Over

"72% of Wisconsinites believe we need non-partisan fair maps, so we will fight for them with everything we’ve got."

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Today’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision

“The facts didn't change in the last three years and neither did the meaning of the constitution. Only the composition of the court did.”

Senator Taylor Questions Supreme Court Decision

"This sets an awful precedent."

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision

"The people of Wisconsin deserve better than this."

Gov. Evers Appoints Rachel A. Graham to the Court of Appeals

"Wisconsin deserves fair judges who respect the law and understand the people that come before them."

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm Endorses Rebecca Kiefer in Race for Circuit Court Judge

"It’s truly an honor to have the support of District Attorney John Chisholm."

Governor Jim Doyle and Jessica Doyle endorse Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"We need Judge Jill Karofsky on the Wisconsin Supreme Court to defend our Constitution and to defend our rights."

Justice Rebecca Dallet endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"We need Judge Jill Karofsky on the Wisconsin Supreme Court" - Justice Rebecca Dallet

Judge Jill Karofsky announces candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"The American judicial system is built on independent judges, not a system in which you decide what political team you’re on."

Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr Announces Run for Court of Appeals

"I am honored to announce my candidacy for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals because Wisconsin deserves a judge who will uphold the rule of law..."

Former Lawmakers, WILL Enter Extraordinary Session Lawsuit

Former Speaker, Lt. Gov., lawmakers make the case for extraordinary sessions and laws jeopardized by Dane County ruling

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals – District II

AFP: Wisconsinites Take Stand for Rule of Law, Elect Hagedorn

AFP-WI activists made 750,000 voter contacts throughout the effort.

Chief Judge Lisa Neubauer Concedes in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

"I called Judge Hagedorn today and wished him the best in his tenure on the state’s highest court."

Turnout 26.6% in Close April 2 Spring Election

In the coming days, WEC staff will be working closely with county clerks and other local election officials as they prepare to canvass and certify the results.

Brian Hagedorn Went to Bat to Protect Lead Paint Industry, Is His Campaign Benefitting From Their Support?

People Who’ve Profited From Lead Paint Have Shown They’ll Spend Big Money to Support People Like Brian Hagedorn

Hagedorn Campaign Releases New TV Ad: “Trust”

“Lisa Neubauer sat on many cases involving clients of her family business, and it raises serious questions,” said Lexi Ardis, campaign manager for Judge Brian Hagedorn.

Judge Hagedorn Wins Debate in Final Week of Campaign

Neubauer continues to leave voters in the dark on judicial philosophy

Chief Judge Neubauer Clear Winner In Tonight’s Debate

"Judge Neubauer has the experience, temperament, and the trust of the judicial and law enforcement communities that she will be the fair, impartial, and independent choice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court."

Brian Hagedorn’s Homophobia Gets Support From Right-Wing Republican State Leadership Committee

Washington D.C. Based Group Seeks to Fill Void Left After Other Conservative Groups Refused to Support Hagedorn

Judges Letter for Immediate Publication

Letter from thirty six sitting and retired Milwaukee area judges regarding the upcoming Supreme Court election on April 2nd.

Neubauer Campaign Releases Closing Television Ad

"For The People" Makes Closing Argument In Supreme Court Race

Floundering Hagedorn Campaign Excoriated by Conservative Radio

"I'm not going to lie, I'm a little concerned"

Important Reminders for Voters About the April 2 Spring Election

Acceptable photo IDs for voting include a Wisconsin driver license or Wisconsin state ID card, Veterans Health Administration ID card, military ID card, U.S. passport, tribal ID card and some student ID cards.

Brian Hagedorn’s Decisions Put Corporate Profits Before Protecting Kids and Seniors

Personally Lobbied for Loopholes to Protect Lead Paint Manufacturers and Nursing Home Operators from Liability for Misdeeds

Hagedorn Campaign Releases TV Ad: “Takeover”

“Liberal special interests want to take over our Supreme Court and are backing Lisa Neubauer because she will support their partisan agenda,”said Lexi Ardis.

State Budget Blunder Shines Light on Brian Hagedorn’s Dim View of Open Records

As Government Lawyer Hagedorn Fought Release of Records, Implicated in Effort to Gut State Open Records Law

NEWaukee to Host Event Featuring Local, State Representatives Next Thursday

Political Open Mic with Bridge the City to Include Justice Rebecca Dallet, State Representative Evan Goyke, District Attorney John T. Chisholm and more

Brian Hagedorn Keeps Wisconsin Voters in Dark About Paid Speeches to Hate Group

In Spirit of National Sunshine Week One Wisconsin Now Renews Call Court Candidate Disclose Contents of Speeches Made While a Sitting State Judge

Brian Hagedorn Supports Court Action That Would Criminalize Abortion in Wisconsin

‘Views Are Not Just Extreme, They Are Dangerous to Women’s Health’

Milwaukee Police Association Endorses Hagedorn for Supreme Court

"It is a tremendous honor to receive the Milwaukee Police Association’s endorsement in this race."

Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate To Air Live On WISN 12

WISN 12 Commitment 2019 Coverage Presents Statewide Debate In Partnership With Marquette University Law School

State Supreme Court Candidate Brian Hagedorn a No-Show at State Big Business Gathering

Is Absence at Traditional Stop on Campaign Trail Another Sign Hagedorn’s Anti-LGBTQ Extremism Too Much For Even Staunch Conservatives?

WILL Budget Explainer: The Administrative State

“Governor Evers’ budget is a liberal-wish list on a number of levels, but an undertold story is how it would strengthen the executive branch, usurping power from the legislature."

Neubauer for Justice Has 98% of All Judicial Endorsements in WI Supreme Court Race

The choice of judiciary and law enforcement community is clear

Hagedorn Campaign Releases First TV Ad: “Lily”

"Adopting Lily has brought home the opioid crisis and how it affects families in such significant ways."

Brian Hagedorn Promises He Won’t Do It Again, Again

Founder and Board Member of Organization With Formal Policy of LGBTQ Discrimination Asks Voters to Trust He Will Treat All Equally Before the Law

New Evidence Exposes Supreme Court Candidate Brian Hagedorn Putting Homophobic, Discriminatory Beliefs Into Action

Founded and Serves on Board of Directors of School That Explicitly Discriminates Against LGBTQ Individuals

Brian Hagedorn Snags Support of Racist Voter Suppression Billboard Backer

Another Stain on the Record of the Candidate Who Helped Scott Walker Target the Voting Rights of People of Color

Sheriffs Endorse Hagedorn for Supreme Court

"The strong support our campaign is receiving from law enforcement professionals is a reflection of my commitment to protecting the public and upholding the rule of law."

Rep. Spreitzer, Sen. Ringhand Propose Lame Duck Limits

"Less than one month after the 2018 November elections, a lame duck session fundamentally changed the balance of power in Wisconsin state government."

Brian Hagedorn’s Past Pays Off … With $18,000 Campaign Contribution from Big Special Interest

Snags Big Check from Industry Lobby Group That Literally Wrote Rules on Judicial Recusal Adopted by His Former Boss

Neubauer Campaign Announces New Endorsements

"This is an unprecedented show of support from across Wisconsin that bridges both parties..."

Representative Lisa Subeck and Senator Dave Hansen Introduce Proposal to Let Wisconsin Vote on Big Money in Politics

Resolution would place Citizens United question on November, 2020 Ballot

Brian Hagedorn’s Questionable Judgement: Assault Accusations and Campaign Finance Law Fines Among Lowlights of Hagedorn Supporters

Campaign Touting Endorsement of Scandal Plagued Judges

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices Jon Wilcox and David Prosser Endorse Hagedorn for Supreme Court

"Like the justices who have lined up behind my campaign, I pledge to defend the rule of law, uphold the constitution, and protect the public on the Wisconsin Supreme Court."

Brian Hagedorn’s $20,000 Donor Threatened His Employees’ Livelihoods if President Obama Won 2012 Re-election

Claimed There Would be ‘Personal Consequences’ in Email to Employees Mere Weeks Before Vote

Hagedorn Campaign Off to Historic Fundraising Start

Judge Hagedorn’s campaign raised $310,629.58 going into 2019.

Hagedorn Campaign Releases Statement on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

"I want to thank our members of law enforcement here in Wisconsin for their service."

Governor Walker Appoints St. Croix County Judge and Ashland County District Attorney

Governor Scott Walker today appointed Attorney Scott J. Nordstrand to serve as a judge on the St. Croix County Circuit Court and Attorney David Meany to the position of Ashland County District Attorney.

Judge Brian Hagedorn Submits More Than 5,000 Nomination Signatures for Supreme Court Seat

"I am overwhelmed by the support we’ve received since announcing our campaign..."

Governor Walker Appoints Daniel Gabler to Serve as Milwaukee County Judge

Gabler is an active member of the Federalist Society, the Wisconsin Bar Association, and the Milwaukee Bar Association.

Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces bipartisan support from law enforcement

Announces endorsements from more than 65 sheriffs and district attorneys

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council

"We have to start prioritizing people, not prisons."

Eight Days After November Election Republican Assembly Leader Robin Vos Requested New Restrictions on Early Voting

GOP Attempts to Rig Election Rules ‘Playing With Legal Fire’

Marquette Law School to host 2018 restorative justice conference

This conference will explore how trauma impacts our community, looking through the lenses of victims, law enforcement and those working in the criminal justice system.

US DOJ orders all US bishops not to destroy abuse documents, but in previous post in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania bishop did just that

One Pennsylvania bishop likely at the center of the current federal investigation is Bishop David Zubik of Pittsburgh.

Invoking the Legacy of Mayor Zeidler in a Polarized World

Announcing the inaugural Frank P. Zeidler Legacy Breakfast Honoring Justice Janine Geske Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 7:30am | The Wisconsin Club

Supreme Court Candidate Judge Lisa Neubauer announces support from five dozen more judges

More than 260 current and former judges now endorse Neubauer

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."

Does Scott Walker Still Believe Accused Perpetrator of Sexual Assault Brett Kavanaugh Fits Criteria He Looks For In Judicial Candidates

‘We Deserve a Straight Answer and We Deserve it Now’

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."

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.

Judge Brian Hagedorn Announces Candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I pledge to you that I will apply the law fairly to everyone."

The Collective PAC Endorses Mahlon Mitchell for Governor of Wisconsin

Today’s endorsement joins Mahlon Mitchell’s growing list of support.

Chief Judge Lisa Neubauer declares candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Chief appellate judge also announces support of more than 150 current and former judges

2018 WI Supreme Court candidate Tim Burns endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

Burns joins an impressive list of leaders and organizations endorsing Mandela.

Governor Walker Appoints Attorney Derrick Grubb to Serve as Rock County Circuit Court Judge

Grubb has deep roots in the Rock County legal community, where he has practiced for 27 years.

Despite Walker’s $1.5 Million Ad Spending Spree, Evers Still Leading Walker in Head-to-Head Showdown

This is the first poll released that shows a head-to-head comparison between the two statewide elected officials.

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.

ICYMI: Illinois to sue EPA over Foxconn pollution

"Illinois stands to gain thousands of jobs from Foxconn without paying a dime and even they are skeptical and raising objections"

Marquette emphasizes employer rights in oral arguments to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Associate Professor John McAdams is suspended for his mistreatment of a former graduate student teacher.

Turnout 22.2% in April 3 Spring Election

Unofficial results indicate there were at least 995,454 votes cast in the Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice race.

Walker to Koch Brothers: Save me from ‘a #BlueWave’

Unable to buy or rig his party to victory, Walker lashes out at Wisconsin voters

ACLU-WI Announces Voter Education Push Around Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

Effort includes voter outreach by mail, phone and online

Michael Screnock Gets 38% of His Money From Republican Party; Dallet Gets 0% of Her Money From Democratic Party

Michael Screnock’s $345,000 Five Times What Any Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Has Taken From Any Political Party

Senator Cory Booker Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I’m so honored that Senator Cory Booker has joined our fight to bring independence and fairness back to Wisconsin's Supreme Court."

Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin Endorse Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I am so thankful for the support of the men and women who keep our communities safe."

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice

"PPAWI is proud to support Judge Dallet, a strong voice for women and families, who will return balance and integrity to Wisconsin's increasingly partisan Supreme Court."

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I'm honored to receive the endorsement of Wisconsin's Working Families Party."

The Screnock Rule: No Campaign Check = No Time For You

Court Candidate Michael Screnock Made Time for Speech to Big Spending Special Interests, Can’t Make Time to Appear at Event and Answer Questions From Legal Professionals

Former Governor Jim Doyle Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"I am grateful to Governor Doyle for his support."

National Rifle Association Goes to Court in Wisconsin and Florida

Gun Lobby Endorses Michael Screnock in Wisconsin and Sues Florida Over Bipartisan Bill Passed After Parkland High School Mass Shooting

Working Wisconsinites Endorse Dallet for Justice

Endorsers Include Wisconsin State AFL-CIO, AFSCME Wisconsin Council 32, WEAC, MTI, IBEW Local 494, Plumbers Local 75, SEIU Wisconsin State Council, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 10, United Steelworkers District 2, UAW Wisconsin State CAP Council, Teamsters Joint Council 39

Michael Screnock’s Candidacy Not Thing to Celebrate on International Women’s Day

Man Running for State High Court Opposes Women’s Rights to Make Own Health Care Decisions

Does Michael Screnock’s Vow To Protect NRA Agenda Include Supporting Threats to Journalists?

State Supreme Court Candidate Should Rebuke Threats and Reject Gun Lobby Endorsement

Residency law change leading to exodus of people, dollars

Statement of Alderman Cavalier “Chevy” Johnson - March 6, 2018

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett Endorses Rebecca Dallet for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"Mayor Barrett's endorsement means a great deal to me; I am grateful for his support."