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Wednesday, june 15, 2022

PLEASE NOTE: Wednesday is the WALA Annual Conference of Education, however, all paid registrants can attend these very relevant sessions.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

WALA Session: Inclusive Leadership CLM

2018 research reported that employees under 40 will leave their employer if they don’t feel a sense of belonging. That was before the great attrition or the pandemic. Let’s examine how leaders can develop an inclusive culture in your firm, which builds belonging and retention.

Objectives:

Understand the 7 C’s of inclusive leadership
Examine your firm’s culture
Explore your firm’s opportunity to elevate inclusivity

Hear what others have to say about Judy Hissong:

"After 28 years in this profession I know a good speaker. And Judy is good. I leave her sessions feeling revitalized and capable of anything.”

“I am in awe as to the proof that what you teach is actually used as new and typical/atypical instances come-up during our work lives!!! Every corporation needs a Judy Hissong.”

“I simply love the direct way {Judy} presents anything she is speaking about, but also I learned a lot more than I ever thought I would. And I learned it in a very fun manner.”

2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

WALA Session: Level Up Your Conversations CLM

Whether you’re a lawyer, a paralegal, or a judge, excellent communication skills are critical to your personal and professional growth. Do you have the skills you need? And are you actively building on those skills?

This session will focus on the five elements of effective conversations, providing realistic approaches you can put to use immediately - at work, events, gatherings, and even at your dinner table! You’ll learn:

To recognize and overcome the 7 most common barriers to starting conversations in professional settings, whether it’s with your team, your boss, or on a Zoom meeting
How to tap into the power of the “5th Question” to cultivate and continue high-impact conversations beyond the customary expected “small talk” to more meaningful exchanges
Powerful follow-up techniques to establish lasting connections both within and outside your office
To build credibility by adding value in order to develop long-term, trusting relationships at all levels

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

WALA Session: Technology Forecast for 2022 CLM

Technology continues to develop and evolve at breakneck speeds. Keeping up with emerging trends, cybersecurity threats and tools is a job in itself. It is a role that Elevity Director of Solutions, Paul Hager, takes very seriously. Paul has a long track record for successfully identifying trends and predicting the impact they will have on small and medium-sized businesses. This session will review the accuracy of his predictions for 2021: the explosion of edge-distributed cloud products, Internet of Behavior programs and the evolution of the post-COVID workplace. Then Paul will share his new predictions for 2022 – some of which are sure to be wrong! (That’s what makes this fun, right?) Discover what changes 2022 will (likely) bring to the world of technology and what impact they will have on the legal industry.

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Presidential Swearing-In | Location: Evergreen Ballroom 2 & 3, 2nd Floor

4:40 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Special Social Hour for WALA Members only

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

"Boats and Floats" Conference Kickoff Party | Location: Linwood Ballroom, 1st Floor

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

After Party | Location: 1st Floor, Maple Lawn Pre-function Area (Outside Linwood Ballroom)

Thursday, June 16, 2022

7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m

Young Lawyers Division and Judges Breakfast | Location: Salon A, 1st Floor

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — Outside Salon A and B

8:00 a.m - 8:15 a.m.

Welcome Remarks

8:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Opening Plenary: If You Build It They Will Come, and Hopefully Stay

Session Description:

If you’ve understood the “why” behind diversifying your attorneys and staff but struggled with the “how” to accomplish your goal--you’re not alone. Hear from Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams and a panel of legal professionals whose changes have improved their ability to attract and retain diverse attorneys and staff. Research indicates that one of the most successful and cost-effective ways to improve your bottom line is to prioritize diversity on the team. Studies not only show that employers with greater gender diversity outperform comparable settings, but that employers with ethnic and cultural diversity show even greater profitability. While the research is clear, the legal profession is struggling, and once added, retaining diverse talent is challenging. With the composition of our population dramatically changing, there’s never been a better time to re-evaluate and adjust your plan.

Read more about Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams in InsideTrack™

9:30 a.m - 9:45 a.m.

Break

9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

What's Ethical, What's Not: The Use of Alternative Legal Service Providers in Wisconsin CLM EPR

Session Description:

The $14 billion alternative legal service provider market is big business and now an integral part of the legal industry. Many lawyers use alternative legal service providers to answer calls, handle complex discovery, review contracts, and much more. But you can’t always assume that popular providers are operating within ethical confines. Examine common alternative legal services and be sure the services you’re considering or already using are ethically permissible in Wisconsin.

Presented By:

State Bar of Wisconsin Ethics Program
State Bar of Wisconsin Law Office Management Assistance Program (LOMAP)

Faculty:

Aviva Meridian Kaiser
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Christopher Shattuck
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Location: Salon A

Lessons from Ferguson: Municipal Court Debt Collection in WI, MO, and Nationwide

Session Description:

The 2014 uprising in Ferguson, Missouri raised national consciousness about policing and municipal court debt collection practices. A Department of Justice investigation and report denouncing the municipal debt collection practices in Ferguson led to a wave of court debt collection reform laws in more than 20 states. Examine the roots of reform in Ferguson and the legal framework for debt collection practices used by Wisconsin’s municipal courts. Find out what Wisconsin can learn from the reforms in other states.

Presented By:

Civil Rights and Liberties Section
Public Interest Law Section

Faculty:

Susan C. Lund
Legal Action of Wisconsin Inc, Milwaukee

Emma Smith Shakeshaft
ACLU WI Foundation, Milwaukee

Location: Galewood

Nuts and Bolts of Successful Appeals: From the Judge's Perspective

Session Description:

Could your appeals be a bit more appealing? Whether you find the appellate process daunting or simply want to master your craft, don’t miss this chance to hear from appellate judges who together decide nearly 500 appeals per year! They’ll share the secrets of successful appeals, including:

The standard of review;
How to pitch your appellate brief;
Tips for oral argument;
Ways to avoid the most common mistakes; and
Behind-the-scenes information on how appeals are processed and decided

Presented By:

TBD

Faculty:

Hon M. Joseph Donald
Court of Appeals- District I, Milwaukee

James E. Goldschmidt (Moderator)
Quarles & Brady LLP, Milwaukee

Hon. Rachel A. Graham
Court of Appeals - District IV, Madison

Location: Salon C

Conflicts on the Lake: Nightmares While Living the Dream

Session Description:

Lakes can be dream locations for retirement homes, vacation homes, and recreational visits. But they also lead to conflicts between residents and visitors about issues such as pollution, flooding, and property rights. Using a fact pattern derived from real cases, presenters will provide tips on how to advise clients in lake-related cases and offer practical strategies for resolution.

Presented By:

Environmental Law Section
Administrative and Local Government Section

Faculty:

Bartlett Durand
Sand County Foundation, Madison

Paul G. Kent
Stafford Rosenbaum LLP, Madison

Michael J. Kowalkowski
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Madison

Edward G. Langer
Retired, Waukesha

Christa Westerberg
Pines Back LLP, Madison

Edward B. Witte
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., Milwaukee

Location: Salon B

10:45 a.m.- 11:10 a.m.

Break

11:10 a.m - 12:10 p.m.

Be Ethical: Plan for Your Succession CLM EPR

Session Description:

Every business needs a proper succession plan and for attorneys, it’s an ethical requirement. Ensure your clients’ matters will be handled properly and your family won’t be burdened in the event of your death or incapacity by having a succession plan in place. Along with the State Bar of Wisconsin’s Law Practice Assistance Manager, attorneys from the Young Lawyers and Senior Lawyers Divisions will provide practical guidance for creating a succession plan that protects your practice and satisfies your ethical duties.

Presented By:

Senior Lawyers Division
State Bar of Wisconsin Law Office Management Assistance Program (LOMAP)

Faculty:

Dean R. Dietrich
Weld Riley S.C., Wausau

Alexis Garuz
Garuz Crawford LLC, Waukesha

Christopher Shattuck
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Location: Salon A

Boundary Disputes from Start to Finish

Session Description:

Be ready to take on boundary disputes – from the initial evaluation of boundary information through resolution. In this session, you’ll:

Be able to evaluate potential boundary dispute claims
Learn to spot issues such as zoning considerations and other governmental requirements; and
Know how to handle adverse possession, road rights-of-way, water boundaries, and conflicting surveys

Presented By:

The Real Property Probate and Trust Section

Faculty:

Jessica J. Shrestha
Wheeler, Van Sickle & Anderson, S.C., Madison

Location: Salon B

When the Taxman Comes: Interpreting and Responding to IRS Notices and Inquiries

Session Description:

A client calls you, having received an IRS notice, and they don’t know what it means. Do you? With the IRS set to dramatically increase its enforcement capabilities, this scenario is likely to arise more and more often. In this session, non-tax specialists will become familiar with the most common types of IRS notices or inquiries, what they mean, and how to respond. You’ll also learn how to respond quickly and efficiently and what to do when you don’t have the information the government is seeking.

Presented By:

Taxation Law Section

Faculty:

Daniel B. Geraghty
Husch Blackwell LLP, Milwaukee

Robert M. Romashko
Husch Blackwell LLP, Chicago

Location: Salon C

12:10 p.m. - 1:10.m.

Luncheon Plenary

Bridging Ideological Divides: Dialogue That Overcomes Hate, Makes Connections, and Changes Minds

Session Description:

We live in a polarized society. The chasm that began and grew from political division across the country only worsened with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the presidential election, and one hot-button issue after another. Whatever your philosophies or ideologies, finding something in common to discuss and bridging the gap between strong differing opinions has become increasingly challenging. Megan Phelps-Roper, is an author and educator. As an educator on extremism, bullying and sociopolitical disunity, she speaks about the importance of empathy and openness in difficult conversations and across ideological lines. She speaks from experience. In her book, Unfollow: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church, she reveals how she left her family and her church and shares her transformation from viewing the world through a hateful, intolerant lens to how empathy can overcome hate, and how acceptance can bridge ideology. In this extraordinary talk, Megan will share ways we can learn to successfully engage those with opposing viewpoints and beliefs.

“Megan’s story is encouraging. It shows that we can harness the power of social media for good. That it can be a medium for gentle and patient conversation, that it can help us to find our share in humanity.” — Morgan Freeman, The Story of Us

Faculty:

Megan Phelps-Roper, Author, Educator

Location: Evergreen 2 and 3, 2nd Floor

1:10 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.

Promoting Diversity in Construction: Development and Implementation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Programs

Session Description:

Find out how Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs help promote diversity in public construction projects and know how to guide clients through compliance in bidding, contract goals, and implementation. In this session, you will:

Discover how the Wisconsin Department of Transportation implements its DBE program
Understand how the Wisconsin DOT program is integrated with Federal Highway Administration DBE mandates
Receive an update on local hiring preferences

Presented By:

Construction and Public Contract Law Section

Faculty:

Andrea Murdock (Moderator)
Murdock Law, S.C, Milwukee

Joseph L. Davis
Director of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Construction Business Group, Milwaukee

Madalena Maestri, EdD
DBE Program Chief
State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Madison

Jaya Sharma
Sharma Mediation and Arbitration Inc., Madison

Location: Salon A

Discrimination in the Time of COVID CLM

Session Description:

In the COVID era, employers and schools have implemented policies that differentiate between employees and students based on vaccination status. Is it legally permissible to discriminate based on vaccination status? Explore the propriety of these kinds of policies and how this issue has been handled in other countries. Discuss the difference between private and public employers when it comes to treating employees differently. You'll also explore the consequences of discrimination in schools based on vaccine status or other healthcare choices.

Presented By:

International Practice Section
Young Lawyers Division

Faculty:

Rebeca M. Lopez
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., Milwaukee

Jeff Perzan
Law Offices of Jeffrey Perzan, Milwaukee

Location: Salon C

Get Out of Your Silo: What We Can Learn from Mediation in Different Subject Matters

Session Description:

What happens when a panel of mediators from five different practice areas (family, civil, construction, personal injury, labor and employment) get together? Everyone benefits! You’ll learn what works in mediation, what doesn’t, and how different practice areas overlap. See how getting outside of your silo sparks new insights about your own style of mediation.

Presented By:

Dispute Resolution Section

Faculty:

James Mathie (Moderator)

Emile H. Banks
Emile Banks & Associates LLC, Milwaukee

Michael Crooks
von Briesen & Roper, s.c., Madison

Susan A. Hansen
Hansen & Hildebrand S.C., Milwaukee

Jill Sopha
Sopha Mediation LLC, Pewaukee

Roy E. Wagner
Michael Best, Milwaukee

Location: Salon B

1:10 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.

Workshop: Investing Together in Your Attorneys’ Future CLM

Session Description:

Please note: For maximum engagement, this session runs for 90 minutes from 1:10-2:40 pm, and is limited to 50 people on a first come, first served basis.

Join Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams and colleagues from around the state for a 90 minute interactive and engaging opportunity to address the challenges you face retaining your team’s talent. Bring paper and pen, and roll up your sleeves to learn about initiatives that have successfully transformed legal employment settings into a Field of Dreams. Walk away not only with ideas but with a plan and action items that will surely get you started down the road to success. Remember, investing in your employees creates employees who are invested in you.

Presented By:

TBD

Faculty:

Dr. Sharon Meit Abrahams
International Legal Talent Development Expert

Location: Evergreen 1

2:10 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.

Break

2:40 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.

Annual Update on Wisconsin Criminal Law and Procedure

Session Description:

Without a firm understanding of current developments, prosecutors cannot do justice and defense attorneys cannot be constitutionally effective. In this session, presenters will make sure you’re in the know on new legislation and case law updates from the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals, as well as pertinent federal case law on evidence, substantive criminal law, and criminal procedure.

Presented By:

Criminal Law Section

Faculty:

Nicholas P. Grode
Door County District Attorney's Office, Sturgeon Bay

Stephen W. Sawyer
Sawyer Law LLC, Stevens Point

Charles Stertz,
Outagamie County District Attorney’s Office, Appleton

Location: Salon C

Organizing Closely Held Businesses in Light of the Changes Made by the Business Entity Update Package

Session Description:

Wisconsin Business Entity Update legislation is likely to go into effect on January 1, 2023. In this session, get up-to-speed on:

The restatement of the Chapter 183 limited liability company statutes and the Chapter 179 limited partnership statutes;
Related changes to Chapter 178 (partnerships), Chapter 180 (business corporations), and Chapter 181 (nonstock corporations); and
Choice of entity issues

Presented By:

Business Law Section
Taxation Law Section

Faculty:

Randal J. Brotherhood
Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols S.C., Milwaukee

Thomas J. Nichols
Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols S.C., Milwaukee

Adam J. Tutaj
Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols S.C., Milwaukee

Nadelle E. Grossman
Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee

Location: Galewood

To Tell the Truth: Legal Ethics Edition EPR

Session Description:

Whether talking to a client, negotiating a contract, litigating a case, creating a firm website, or dealing with others in their personal lives, lawyers have an ethical duty to be truthful. But what exactly does that duty entail? Are there shades of truthfulness? How is truthfulness reconciled with other ethical duties? Join us for an exciting game show where these questions will be answered. The truth may surprise you!

Presented By:

State Bar of Wisconsin Ethics Program
State Bar of Wisconsin Professional Ethics Committee

Panelists:

Dean Dietrich
Weld Riley S.C., Wausau

Annie Jay
Dane County District Attorney, Madison

Aviva Meridian Kaiser
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Timothy J. Pierce
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Host Extraordinaire:

Thomas J. Watson
Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company, Madison

Guest Appearances:

T.R. Williams, Assistant Deputy Secretary
Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Madison

Timothy C. Samuelson
Office of Lawyer Regulation, Madison

Stacie Rosenzweig
Halling & Cayo S.C. Milwaukee

Emil Ovbiagele
OVB Law & Consulting, S.C. Milwaukee

David H. Perlman
Office of Judicial Education, Madison

Location: Salon A

As the Nation Goes: A National Perspective on Legislative Trends

Session Description:

Two years of pandemic law making . . . Learn what it was like to enact laws across the nation, deal with pressures on the judicial branch and watch a narrowly divided congress. This panel features speakers from the American Bar Association’s lobby team, the National Conference of State Legislatures and the National Center for State Courts.

Presented By:

TBD

Faculty:

Anne L. Sappenfield (Moderator)
Director of Wisconsin Legislative Council, Madison

Kenneth J. Goldsmith
Senior Legislative Counsel & Director for State Legislation
American Bar Association Governmental Affairs Office, Washington, D.C.

Stacy Householder
Director of Leadership and International Programs
National Conference of State Legislatures, Denver, CO

William Raftery
Senior Knowledge and Information Services Analyst
National Center for State Courts, Williamsburg, VA

Location: Salon B

3:55 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.

Break

4:20 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.

Bankruptcy and the Government

Session Description:

Government lawyers and private practitioners will gain a better understanding of the ways governmental creditors are treated differently in bankruptcy. You will examine:

The extent of sovereign immunity in bankruptcy court, including tribal sovereign immunity;
Dischargeability of various government debts, including rates of interest on non-dischargeable government claims and taxes; and
Governmental exceptions to the automatic stay.

Presented By:

Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Creditors' Rights Section
Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Section

Faculty:

Theresa M. Anzivino
US Attorney’s Office, Madison

Nicholas L. Hahn
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., Appleton

James W. McNeilly
Wisconsin Department of Revenue, Madison

Location: Salon A

Happy In Flannel - Succeeding in Rural Practice

Session Description:

Don’t let stereotypes about rural practice keep you from enjoying life in greater Wisconsin. This session is your guide to success and happiness in rural practice. Shatter systemic paradigms with this all-female panel and get the lowdown on:

Creating, developing, and maintaining a rural practice;
The practice areas most in need of lawyers; and
Turning small town life into a steady pipeline of work; and
The emotional and financial rewards of a rural practice

Presented By:

Public Interest Law Section
Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Section

Faculty:

Kelsey Brown (Moderator)
Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc., Milwaukee

Johanna R. Kirk
Kirk Law Office LLC, Superior

Deanne M. Koll
Bakke Norman, S.C, New Richmond

Gail R. Prock
Prock Law Office, Chippewa Falls

Dena L. Welden
Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Hayward

Location: Salon B

Allyship – The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Your Legal Practice CLM

Session Description:

Law firms that demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion will remain competitive and achieve better outcomes. But firms often struggle to recruit, retain, and empower diverse talent. Allyship has emerged as a leading model for achieving authentic diversity and inclusion in the practice of law. In this session, find out:

What allyship means and how powerful it can be
How practicing allyship in your firms can build stronger, more unified, and more diverse legal practices
Why allyship can be particularly beneficial for smaller firms without resources to establish and maintain structured diversity programs

Hear what others are saying about Alonzo Kelly:
"Alonzo Kelly brought a mix of confrontation, humor, compassion, acknowledgment, and power that made that chilly audience begin to open its eyes and its heart to further work. It was good to be in the room with him.” Atty. Mary Lynne Donohue, Sheboygan

“Alonzo has an engaging style that temporarily hides his incredible business acumen. Once you get into a deeper conversation with him, you realize that this man is truly making an impact on lives throughout Wisconsin. I can't wait to see what the next couple of years bring!” ~Past Client

“He exudes love and concern while unassumingly making us want to change. There is no one else we would want to have these crucial conversations with. There is no one else that could make a mind shift in people that will last a lifetime, in my experience." ~Past Client”

Presented By:

Diversity & Inclusion Oversight Committee with funds provided by the Wisconsin Law Foundation.

Faculty:

Alonzo Kelly
Kelly Leadership Group LLC, Green Bay

Location: Salon C

What We Learned: State and National Perspectives on Operating Courts During the Pandemic

Session Description:

The COVID-19 pandemic altered our collective definition of “normal” in every way imaginable, court operations included. In this session:

Explore how challenges to court operations have been addressed during COVID
Find out what continued adaptations you can anticipate
Discuss how we can apply lessons learned to future emergency situations
Contribute to ongoing discussions about court operations during emergencies

Presented By:

Bench and Bar Committee

Faculty:

Amber M. Peterson
Office of Court Operations, Wisconsin State Court System, Madison

William Raftery
National Center for State Courts, Williamsburg, VA

Judge Jerilyn Dietz (Moderator)
Manitowoc County

Location: Galewood

5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Member Recognition Celebration | Location: Evergreen Ballroom 2 and 3, 2nd Floor

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

"Let's Flamingle!" All Conference Bash | Location: Outdoor Pavilion (Near the Golf Shop; Past Building 7)

9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Marquette/UW Law Schools Alumni Reception | Location: Evergreen Foyer, 2nd Floor

friday, june 17, 2022

7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — Outside Salon A and B

8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

The Ins and Outs of Employer Vaccine Mandates CLM

Session Description:

Cover the full gamut of legal issues surrounding employer-based mandatory COVID vaccines with diverse perspectives from the public and private sectors, as well as the plaintiff and defense sides of the bar. In this session, you’ll:

Determine whether vaccine mandates are legally permissible;
Discuss the need to accommodate ADA and religious exemptions; and
Examine President Biden’s executive orders related to vaccine mandates and the litigation that followed

Presented By:

Government Lawyers Division

Faculty:

James M. Carroll
Milwaukee City Attorney’s Office, Milwaukee

Elleny B. Christopoulos
Eastern District of Wisconsin United States District Court, Milwaukee

Martin C. Kuhn
Hawks Quindel, S.C., Milwaukee

Location: Salon A

Representing Best Interests in Volatile Times

Session Description:

With more division in and outside the courtroom and the continued challenges of the pandemic, representing children or adults in highly charged family court proceedings seems more challenging now than ever. In this session, you’ll:

Identify safety concerns and other red flags when representing litigants in high-conflict family disputes;
Determine when and how these concerns should be addressed or brought to the court’s attention;
Examine ethical questions in cases involving red flag behavior in an ongoing case; and
Learn to juggle self-care, responsiveness, and appropriate advocacy

Presented By:

Children and the Law Section
Family Law Section

Faculty:

Hon. Bennett Brantmeier
Jefferson County Circuit Court, Jefferson

Alaina Fahley
State Public Defender’s Office, Appleton

Aviva Meridian Kaiser
State Bar of Wisconsin, Madison

Tiffany Highstrom
Stafford Rosenbaum, LLP, Madison

Megan M. Stoltz
Stoltz Hendrickson LLC, Monona

Location: Salon C

‘Til Debts Do Us Part: The Intersection of Family and Bankruptcy Law

Session Description:

When a client files for bankruptcy before or after the entry of a divorce judgment, there are critical issues practitioners must take into account. In this session, you’ll explore:

Options and procedural considerations when filing bankruptcy in the course of a divorce case;
The types of debts or support obligations that may be discharged in bankruptcy;
Enforcement mechanisms available in bankruptcy and family court; and
Maintenance concerns following bankruptcy

Presented By:

Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Creditors' Rights Section
Family Law Section
Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Section

Faculty:

Comm. Thomas A. Kolpien
Rock County Family Court, Janesville

David Krekeler
Krekeler Strother, S.C., Madison

Helen M. Ludwig
Ludwig Law LLC, Brookfield

Location: Galewood

Compassion Fatigue and Secondary Traumatic Stress in the Legal Profession and Judiciary

Session Description:

Judges and lawyers can wind up vicariously experiencing some of the worst things humans do, and symptoms of secondary traumatic stress are similar to PTSD. It’s crucial for judges, lawyers, and other legal professionals to understand the importance of well-being as a core competency of professional responsibility and learn:

Warning signs of compassion fatigue
Helpful coping strategies
The importance of setting boundaries
Tips on stress prevention and self-care

Presented By:

Wisconsin Lawyers Assistance Program (WisLAP)

Faculty:

Dr.Julia Persike
PsyD, CSAC, WisLAP Manager

Location: Salon A

9:15 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.

Break

9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.

Common Ethical Scenarios in Litigation EPR

Session Description:

In this engaging, interactive session, you’ll be presented with common ethical scenarios and have the chance to vote digitally on the question presented in real time! You’ll be able to see the percentage of attendees selecting each answer as the votes are tallied. Then, together with the presenters, you’ll discuss the best response to each scenario.

Presented By:

Litigation Section
Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Section

Faculty:

Kelly Centofanti
Centofanti Law S.C., Mequon

Dean R. Dietrich
Weld Riley S.C., Wausau

Ronald G. Pezze
Otjen Law Firm, S.C., Waukesha

Location: Salon A

A Conversation with Laura Coates, CNN Senior Legal Analyst

Session Description:

Please Note: This session does not qualify for CLE.

Get the scoop on what it’s like for her to go from trial lawyer to national media personality from CNN Senior Legal Analyst Laura Coates. She’ll also share common ethical pitfalls associated with attorney/media interactions. Finally, she’ll discuss what covering high profile cases is like and how that coverage can catalyze movements, with particular emphasis on police shootings of unarmed Black men in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Presented By:

Nonresident Lawyers Division, Criminal Law Section, and Foley & Lardner LLP

Faculty:

Laura Coates
CNN, Washington D.C.

Location: Salon B

Privacy: Wisconsin to the World

Session Description:

Privacy laws are rapidly evolving, not just here in Wisconsin, but around the world. Understand how the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) affects Wisconsin lawyers, directly and indirectly, as well as what kind of information the GDPR protects. Review recent cases on privacy, identify current trends, and come away with privacy considerations for your own practice.

Presented By:

International Practice Section

Faculty:

Jeffrey Perzan
Law Offices of Jeffrey Perzan, Milwaukee

Location: Salon C

Potential Malpractice Risks and Claims

Session Description:

Want to avoid having to sue for fees? How about avoiding potential malpractice claims resulting from fee disputes? This session has you covered. You’ll learn about opportunities to use the State Bar of Wisconsin’s Fee Arbitration program to effectively handle fee disputes privately and efficiently, and avoid accelerating disputes with clients.

Presented By:

Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Creditors' Rights Section
Solo/Small Firm & General Practice Section
Fee Arbitration Committee

Faculty:

J. Steven Tikalsky
J. Steven Tikalsky Attorney LLC, Pewaukee

David Krekeler
Krekeler Strother, S.C., Madison

Thomas J. Watson
Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company, Madison

Location: Galewood

10:20a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Break

10:40 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Closing Plenary: "The Roberts Court in Transition" by Paul Clement

Session Description:

Under Chief Justice John G. Roberts, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued major rulings on gun control, affirmative action, campaign finance regulation, abortion, capital punishment, gay rights, and criminal sentencing.

Get a firsthand account of the decisions and judicial philosophies of The Roberts Court from the former U.S. Solicitor General who has argued more than 100 cases before the Supreme Court – Paul Clement.

A Wisconsin native and State Bar of Wisconsin member, Paul Clement served as the U.S. Solicitor General from 2005-2008. Prior to his confirmation as Solicitor General, he served as Acting Solicitor General for nearly a year and as Principal Deputy Solicitor General for over three years. He is currently a partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP and a distinguished Lecturer in Law at the Georgetown University Law Center.

Clement he has argued over 100 cases before the United States Supreme Court.

Don’t miss your chance to hear one of Wisconsin’s own paint an intimate portrait of our country’s highest court.

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​​CLE Schedule​​​

Wednesday, june 15, 2022

WALA Session: Inclusive Leadership​ CLM​

WALA Session: ​Level Up Your Conversations CLM​

WALA Session: Technology Forecast for 2022 CLM​

Presidential Swearing-In | Location: Evergreen Ballroom 2 & 3, 2nd Floor​

Special Social Hour for WALA Members​​​ only​

"Boats and Floats" Conference Kickoff Party | Location: Linwood Ballroom, 1st Floor

After Party | Location: 1st Floor, Maple Lawn Pre-function Area (Outside Linwood Ballroom)

Thursday, June 16, 2022

​Young Lawy​ers Division and ​Judges Breakfast ​| Location: Salon A, 1st Floor

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — ​Outside Salon A and B

Welcome Remarks

Opening Plenary: If You Build It They Will Come, and Hopefully Stay​

Break

What's Ethical, What's Not: The Use of Alternative Legal Service Providers in Wisconsin​ CLM​ EPR

Lessons from Ferguson: Municipal Court Debt Collection in WI, MO, and Nationwide

Nuts and Bolts of Successful Appeals: From the Judge's Perspective​ ​

​Conflicts on th​e Lake: Nightmares While Living the Dream​

Break

Be Ethical: Plan for Your Succession CLM​ EPR​

Boundary Disputes from Start to Finish

When the Taxman Comes: Interpreting and Responding to IRS Notices and Inquiries

Luncheon Plenary

​Bridging Ideological Divides: Dialogue That Overcomes Hate, Makes Connections, and Changes Minds

Promoting Diversity in Construction: Development and Implementation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Programs

Discrimination in the Time of COVID ​​​CLM​

Get Out of Your Silo: What We Can Learn from Mediation in Different Subject Matters ​

Workshop: Investing Together in Your Attorneys’ Future CLM​​

Break

Annual Update on Wisconsin Criminal Law and Procedure ​

Organizing Closely Held Businesses in Light of the Changes Made by the Business Entity Update Package

To Tell the Truth: Legal Ethics Edition ​ EPR

As the Nation Goes: A National Perspective on ​Legislative Trends

Break

Bankruptcy and the Government​

Happy In Flannel - ​Succeeding in Rural Practice

Allyship – The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Your Legal Practice CLM​

What We Learned: State and National Perspectives on Operating Courts During the Pandemic ​

Member Recognition Celebration | Location: Evergreen Ballroom 2 and 3, 2nd Floor

"Let's​ Flamingle!"​ All Conference Bash | Location: Outdoor Pavilion (Near the Golf Shop; Past Building 7)​​

Marquette/UW Law Schools Alumni Reception ​| Location: Evergreen Foyer, 2nd Floor

friday, june 17, 2022

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — ​Outside Salon A and B​

The Ins and Outs of Employer Vaccine Mandates CLM​

Representing Best Interests in Volatile Times

‘Til Debts Do Us Part: The Intersection of Family and Bankruptcy Law

Compassion Fatigue and Secondary Traumatic Stress in the Legal Profession and Judiciary ​

Break

Common Ethical Scenarios in Litigation EPR

A Conversation with Laura Coates, CNN Senior Legal Analyst

Privacy: Wisconsin to the World

Potential Malpractice Risks and Claims

Break

Closing Plenary: "The Robert​s Court in Transition" by Paul Clement

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WALA Session: Inclusive Leadership CLM

WALA Session: Level Up Your Conversations CLM

WALA Session: Technology Forecast for 2022 CLM

Presidential Swearing-In | Location: Evergreen Ballroom 2 & 3, 2nd Floor

Special Social Hour for WALA Members only

Young Lawyers Division and Judges Breakfast | Location: Salon A, 1st Floor

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — Outside Salon A and B

Opening Plenary: If You Build It They Will Come, and Hopefully Stay

What's Ethical, What's Not: The Use of Alternative Legal Service Providers in Wisconsin CLM EPR

Nuts and Bolts of Successful Appeals: From the Judge's Perspective

Conflicts on the Lake: Nightmares While Living the Dream

Be Ethical: Plan for Your Succession CLM EPR

Bridging Ideological Divides: Dialogue That Overcomes Hate, Makes Connections, and Changes Minds

Discrimination in the Time of COVID CLM

Get Out of Your Silo: What We Can Learn from Mediation in Different Subject Matters

Workshop: Investing Together in Your Attorneys’ Future CLM

Annual Update on Wisconsin Criminal Law and Procedure

To Tell the Truth: Legal Ethics Edition EPR

As the Nation Goes: A National Perspective on Legislative Trends

Bankruptcy and the Government

Happy In Flannel - Succeeding in Rural Practice

Allyship – The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Your Legal Practice CLM

What We Learned: State and National Perspectives on Operating Courts During the Pandemic

"Let's Flamingle!" All Conference Bash | Location: Outdoor Pavilion (Near the Golf Shop; Past Building 7)

Marquette/UW Law Schools Alumni Reception | Location: Evergreen Foyer, 2nd Floor

Legal Expo Open | Location: Expo Hall — Outside Salon A and B

The Ins and Outs of Employer Vaccine Mandates CLM

Compassion Fatigue and Secondary Traumatic Stress in the Legal Profession and Judiciary

Closing Plenary: "The Roberts Court in Transition" by Paul Clement