Frequently asked questions

Complaints

Q: Where can I complain about my attorney?
A: The Office of Lawyer Regulation (OLR) investigates grievances about attorney misconduct or medical incapacity. OLR provides instructions on how to file a grievance, outlines the grievance process, and explains under what circumstances you may learn whether other grievances have been filed or whether the attorney has been previously disciplined. For more information visit the for attorneys section of the site.

If your complaint deals with malpractice rather than misconduct, you may wish to consult a different attorney to pursue the matter. The Wisconsin State Law Library provides links to tips on hiring and working with a lawyer. The library also provides additional links to information about lawyer regulation and malpractice. (State Law Library link)

Q: Where can I complain about a Court Commissioner?
A: Read Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 75.06. Contact information for the chief judge may be found in the Circuit Court Administrative Districts directory . The Wisconsin Judicial Commission provides an online complaint form.

Q: Where can I complain about a judge?
A: The Wisconsin Judicial Commission investigates allegations of judicial misconduct. They provide an online complaint form.

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