The Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices welcomed 151 new Marquette University Law School graduates to the legal profession during bar admission ceremonies at the State Capitol.
Volume 4 | Issue 5 | May 2025
The Wisconsin Supreme Court met with the Committee of Chief Judges and District Court Administrators on May 21 for their annual joint meeting at the Madison Concourse Hotel. Chief Judges shared updates on statewide priorities, including improvements to court interpreter services and efforts to recruit and retain attorneys in underserved areas. The meeting also featured a roundtable discussion on current challenges and coordination across judicial districts.
Chief Justice Ann Walsh Bradley spoke at the Wisconsin State Capitol during the 2025 Wisconsin Civics Games Finals, encouraging students from across the state to embrace civic engagement as a lifelong commitment.
Marathon County Circuit Court Judge Scott Corbett receives an Honorable Mention award for Crime Victim Service from the Wisconsin Victim Witness Professional Association. The recognition highlights his commitment to supporting victims and upholding their rights in the courtroom.
This month, Governor Tony Evers has appointed Stephanie Hilton and Ben Jones to the Dane County Circuit Court. Both bring strong public service backgrounds as they begin their terms.
Judges and court staff from across Wisconsin gathered in Appleton May 14–16 for the 2025 Criminal Law and Sentencing Institute. The three-day seminar covered explored topics ranging from restitution and sovereign citizens to THC testing and Marsy’s Law.
Judges and judicial assistants from the Seventh Judicial Administrative District convened in Mauston on May 9 for a full-day training session, discussion, and statewide updates. The district meeting, held at the Juneau County Department of Human Services building, brought together circuit court judges, court staff, and committee representatives for a wide-ranging agenda.
Matt Shin, a psychotherapist and former attorney, will lead a free June 11 webinar hosted by the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation. The session offers legal professionals strategies to recognize and prevent burnout.
Stephen Sawyer of Stevens Point has been elected president-elect of the State Bar of Wisconsin. He will begin his term on July 1.
The Wisconsin Court System is always looking for talented professionals to join our team. Each month, we highlight job openings across the state, offering opportunities for career growth and advancement within the courts.
This month’s issue continues our new feature celebrating Wisconsin Court System employees for their years of service. Click to find out who is celebrating an anniversary this month.
Sadly, we've lost a former member of our judicial community in recent weeks, following the death of former judge Charles Pollex. Take a look at his obituary to learn more about his legacies.
