What are the most common mistakes young lawyers make when taking their case to appellate court? Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge Thomas Hruz shares tips for drafting a persuasive brief, making a compelling oral argument, and underscores one piece of advice for any young lawyer who wants to succeed at something the first time.
Hruz presented on a panel, "Guidance from the Bench to Young Lawyers" at the 2024 State Bar of Wisconsin's Annual Meeting & Conference. Learn more at wisbar.org/amc.
Your first court appearance on the horizon? Assigned to draft your first will or real estate contract? There are firsts for every lawyer, new or experienced, and now there are more tools to help you through it. The "Your First" Seminar Series from State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE is a how-to guide to common legal tasks and functions that you don't learn in law school. Gain confidence, and get a head start with the "Your First" Seminar Series.
Drafting Your First Will or Trust 2023
Drafting Your First Residential Lease 2023
Drafting Your First Residential Purchase Agreement 2023
Defending Your First Misdemeanor 2023
Filing Your First Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 2024
Your First Temporary Order Hearing in Family Court 2024
Handling Your First Mediation in a Divorce Case 2024
Preparing Your First Medicaid Application
Filing Your First Foreclosure 2024
Have a "Your First" program that you'd like to see? Email State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE Program Planner Sarah Clark at sclark@wisbar.org.
