The Wisconsin Supreme Court’s Attorney Recruitment and Retention Committee released its final report, which takes a closer look at attorney shortages across the state and outlines potential paths forward to support recruitment, retention, and access to justice.
Following a career dedicated to supporting court operations and statewide administrative leadership, Deputy Director of Court Operations Holly Szablewski will retire December 30 after 37 years of service with the Wisconsin Court System.
Building on a career that spans court operations, statewide initiatives, and district leadership, Amber Peterson has been appointed Deputy Director of Court Operations, effective January 12, 2026.
A new grant-funded initiative is expanding judicial education and outreach on impaired driving and traffic safety, with Judge Todd E. Meurer selected to serve as the Wisconsin Court System’s Judicial Outreach Liaison. Read more about how this new role will impact the court system.
Gov. Tony Evers has appointed David Hughes to the Kenosha County Circuit Court and Owen Piotrowski to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court. Hughes will serve in Branch 4 in Kenosha County, while Piotrowski will serve in Branch 38 in Milwaukee County.
The April 2026 Spring Election will bring a new round of judicial races, including contested seats and open positions across Wisconsin’s courts.
State statutes outline a two-step process for judicial officers requesting privacy protection for personal information on nomination paperwork.
Jefferson County courthouse staff participate in a staged emergency response training exercise, working through realistic scenarios designed to strengthen safety, preparedness, and coordination in the courthouse. Read more about how the exercise will improve safety.
Clerks of court from Wisconsin’s Seventh Judicial District meet in Monroe County for a day of district updates, training, and discussion focused on shared challenges and practical solutions.
Burnett County Circuit Court Judge Melissia Mogen recently met with students from iForward High School as part of the school’s Introduction to Criminology course. The online program, based in the Grantsburg School District, invited a guest speaker to support a unit covering Wisconsin’s juvenile justice system.
Judge Mogen joined the class via Zoom for a 45-minute session and walked students through how juvenile cases move through the court system, the types of matters juvenile courts handle, and the role judges play in working with families and community partners. Students asked questions about courtroom procedures and how juvenile cases differ from adult proceedings.
The visit came together after the school contacted the court system using information on wicourts.gov about educational outreach opportunities.
The Office of Lawyer Regulation is offering a free webinar that will examine how legal professionals can strengthen their teams and workplace culture amid rapid change in the profession. Leading Well in Law: Mindsets to Engage, Retain, and Inspire Your Team will examine the pressures created by emerging technology, shifting expectations, and ongoing uncertainty, and how thoughtful leadership can help teams stay focused and resilient.
The session, led by Attorney Paula Davis, will introduce several mindsets that support healthier, more effective workplaces by identifying the sources of stress and disengagement, encouraging strong performance, and helping leaders navigate complex situations. The webinar is approved for 1 LAU credit and will run from noon to 1 p.m. on January 21.
Registration will be available through OLR’s LinkedIn page.
A career with the Wisconsin Court System offers more than a job. It is a chance to serve the public and build a meaningful career. Each month, we share current job opportunities from across the state, showcasing the many ways to grow within the court system. Take a look at this month’s openings and consider passing them along to others who may be interested in joining our team.
Sadly, we have recently lost two respected members of Wisconsin’s judicial community. Learn more about the lives and legacies of Judge Raymond S. Huber, Dennis D. Austin, and Jamie Neuendorf.
