For the Media

Media Inquiries & Expert Sources

Need a legal expert for your story? We can connect you with one of our 25,000 lawyer members or expert legal advisors.

Public Relations Manager: Mike Wiltse, (608) 250-6025
Communications Director: Joe Forward, (608) 250-6161
Public Affairs Director: Lisa Roys, (608) 250-6128

News & Hot Topics

Bookmark these pages for quick access to the latest legal news, insights, and resources:

• Press Releases & Statements – Stay updated with our latest announcements.
• WisLawNow – A community of Wisconsin legal bloggers.
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  WisL​awNow Podcast Network​ – Produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, our suite of podcasts share timely and insightful discussions on everything from how young lawyers can find their niche, to practice management advice for solo attorneys, to achieving greater work-life balance.​​
  

• Know Your Legal Rights – Public-facing legal guidance on key topics.
  
• Rotunda Report – Provides timely updates and analysis on legislative and policy issues affecting Wisconsin’s legal community.

Reporter Resources

We provide journalists with essential tools to enhance legal reporting:

• Fact Sheet – Learn about our mission, leadership, legislative priorities, and correct name usage.
• News Reporters' Legal Handbook – A guide to legal reporting in Wisconsin.
• Reporters get two free passes in 2025 to any of our CLEs, courtesy of our Legal Lens Program. Check out hundreds of CLEs on WisBar MarketPlace to learn more about the important topics you are covering. Contact Mike Wiltse for more information.

Legal Policy & Advocacy

Our Government Relations team works to improve the administration of justice and the delivery of legal services in Wisconsin.

• State Bar Board of Governors Policy Positions
• Section Public Policy Positions
• Federal Nominating Commission
• Contact Government Relations

Follow Us for Real-Time Updates

Reporters often turn to social media for breaking news. Stay connected and get instant updates:

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Thought Leadership

Read the latest on what our leaders have to say:

• "​Pay It Forward, In Kind: Volunteer with the Mock Trial Program" (President Ryan Billings)
  
• "A Template for Civility, Honor, and Decency" (Executive Director Larry J. Martin)​​
  
• Read more thoughts from FY 24-25

About the State Bar of Wisconsin

Meet the leaders guiding our organization, with photos and contact information for our:

• Officers
• Board of Governors
• Executive Committee
• Staff Leadership