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    January 22, 2025
Litigation & Appellate Law 
The unemployment tax exemption requested by Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc. of Superior, which a Wisconsin Supreme Court majority denied, invites the U.S. Supreme Court to evaluate First Amendment protections.

Litigation & Appellate Law 
Supreme Court Denies Petition Requiring Interpreters in Municipal Court Proceedings
But indicating more data is needed, the court will refer the matter to the Wisconsin Judicial Council for further consideration.

Scam Alert 
State Bar Receives Reports of Notario Fraud in Immigration Law
Individuals who are not licensed to practice law in Wisconsin are offering and providing immigration legal advice or immigration legal services they are not authorized to provide, according to recent reports the State Bar of Wisconsin has received from bar members.

Rotunda Report 
2025-26 Wisconsin Legislative Session Kicks Off
The 107th Wiscconsin Legislature has officially begun, and the budget will be the focus for both the legislature and State Bar advocacy efforts.

Blog of the Week 
A New Jersey Case and the Insidiousness of Arbitration Agreements
A recent appellate decision out New Jersey – McGinty v. Zheng – illustrates the court’s increasing willingness to enforce arbitration agreements. Theresa Kobelt discusses the decision, which raises questions about the voluntariness of such consent givenfor one service but applied to an entirely different service and bearing different risks.

Ethical Dilemmas 
Ethical Dilemma
Charging Legal Fees for Nonlegal Work
The rate a lawyer can charge for nonlegal services depends on whether the lawyer's professional skill and knowledge added value to the work. Sarah Peterson explains.

Young Lawyer Series 
Guidance from the Bench for Young Lawyers: Trial Tips
What are the most common mistakes young lawyers make when taking their case to trial? Judge Yadira Rein shares tips for making a more persuasive argument, writing better proposed orders, and how newer attorneys can gain more courtroom experience.

Jury Verdicts & Settlements 
West's Jury Verdicts, Bench Decisions, Settlements, and Arbitration Awards
A selection of recent Wisconsin case verdicts are shared below.

 
The Wisconsin Lawyer's Guide to Earning, Tracking, and Reporting CLE
Do you find continuing legal education (CLE) rules confusing? You have enough to worry about. In about five minutes, learn what you need to know about earning, tracking, and reporting CLE.

 
Know an Outstanding Jurist, Lawyer, Diversity Advocate, Legal Worker, or Law Student?
Do you know someone deserving of recognition for their work in the profession or their community? The State Bar of Wisconsin seeks to honor them for their hard work. Award nominations are due Jan. 31, 2025.

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