
Nonresident Wisconsin lawyers in Minnesota gathered for an outing in Minneapolis on May 12. The NRLD seeks leaders to help organize events for chapters around the U.S.
With almost 30 percent of its members residing and practicing outside the State
The Nonresident Lawyers Blog, published by the State Bar of Wisconsin, addresses issues relevant to Wisconsin attorneys practicing outside the state. It covers topics such as judicial outreach and public trust in courts, practical lawyering advice including client communication and ethical considerations, professional networking opportunities for nonresident lawyers, and unique intersections of law with everyday life such as property law markers. The blog also discusses broader legal education themes, including civics education, voting rights, and the integration of STEM disciplines with legal and civic knowledge. It serves as a resource for maintaining professional connections and staying informed on legal developments impacting Wisconsin lawyers practicing remotely.

With almost 30 percent of its members residing and practicing outside the State…
The Iowa Supreme Court recently heard a case at an Iowa high school. Photo: Trent Kubasiak.
I am a State Bar of Wisconsin nonresident attorney, and I recently found myself in the auditorium of my daughter’s high school, watching the…
I thoroughly enjoyed Emily S. Kelchen’s article What ‘The Godfather’ Taught Me About Practicing Law. I have to admit it generated a great deal of discussion at our firm. However, allow me to respectfully suggest that the source of…
If you’re like me, you probably found networking challenging and not your top priority during these last two pandemic-driven years. After a full day of virtual meetings (and the inevitable technology glitches), the last thing I wanted was to attend…
There’s a metal stick in the hedgerow between my house and my neighbor’s that tells us how much yard we need to mow and how much of the sidewalk is our responsibility to clear each time it snows. For such…
On Feb. 17, 2020, the ABA House of Delegates passed Resolution 108. The resolution presents a wonderful opportunity to speak again to the importance of civics in American life, even more critical, given events of recent months.Supported by the…
In her swearing in ceremony in June 2019, State Bar Past President Jill Kastner highlighted the role of the Wisconsin Lawyers Assistance Program (WisLAP) in providing services that help lawyers prioritize their well-being. WisLAP is only one part of the…
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At this point you have heard plenty of news and updates about the coronavirus and COVID-19. The updates change daily and even hourly, as city, state, and the federal governments work to contain the spread of the virus, which is…