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    February 12, 2025
Transactional Law 
Estate planning is not a one-and-done event. Attorneys who advise clients on their future wishes need to consider the long term – what could change as life goes on.

Rotunda Report 
Budgeting for Justice
Funding to the criminal justice system was increased in Wisconsin's last biennial budget. State Bar members should ask lawmakers to continue to invest in justice.

Listening to Lawyers Podcast 
From Montgomery to Milwaukee: The Journey of Lawyer Lindsey Draper
Attorney Lindsey Draper shares his journey through the legal profession, emphasizing the importance of lawyer wellness and mental health, on this episode of the Listening to Lawyers podcast.

Blog of the Week 
What Home Inspectors Aren't Legally Responsible for May Surprise You
For those seeking to purchase a home, a home inspector can offer valuable insights about a building’s structure and components – but their responsibilities are not comprehensive. Kevin Trost discusses the legal responsibilities of home inspectors under Wisconsin law.

WisBar Court Review 
Supreme Court: Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Remains as Holdover
Although the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Chief Administrator Meagan Wolfe remains a lawful holdover appointee after her term ended July 1, 2023, the case reopened disagreement over the Prehn case that decided this result.

Legal Research 
Researching Securities Law: Locating Agreements and Contracts on a Budget
How to find filings on EDGAR, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's database.

Business Law 
The Wisconsin Business Entity Handbook: Overview
What is the best business entity structure for your client’s specific needs? Prof. Nathan Hammons overviews the new "Wisconsin Business Entity Handbook."

Board of Governors 
Final Call: Run for a 2025-26 State Bar Board of Governors Position
Put your leadership skills into action and gain valuable experience. Lawyers of all experience levels and backgrounds are welcome. Sign up to run for a 2025-26 State Bar Board of Governors' position – petitions are due March 3, 2025.

Pro Bono Honor Society 
50 or More Pro Bono Hours in 2024? Certify Now for Pro Bono Honor Society
If you donated 50 or more hours of qualifying pro bono legal services to benefit low-income Wisconsin residents in 2024, you qualify as a member of the Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society – certify your service by March 1, 2025.

Official Notices 
Final Order 24-02: Interpreters in Municipal Court Proceedings
On May 20, 2024, a rule petition was filed asking the court to establish a right to a qualified court interpreter for certain individuals in municipal court proceedings with limited English proficiency, without regard to indigency, at municipal expense.

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