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Publication: Government Accountability Board Issues Guidance on Reinstatement of Voter ID

By: Attorney Matthew Dregne Attorney Kyle Engelke Attorney Christopher Hughes Attorney Paul Kent Attorney Bryan Kleinmaier Attorney Michael Lund Attorney Ted Waskowski Richard Yde

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a stay of Judge Lynn Adelman’s April 28th permanent injunction of the implementation of 2011 Wisconsin Act 23 (the “Act”), the so-called Voter ID law. In light of the Court’s action, the Government Accountability Board has advised that Wisconsin elections officials will be required to enforce the provisions of the law for the upcoming November elections.

Sep 17, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum’s Trusts and Estates Blog Launches

By: Janice Bensky Attorney David Billing Attorney Amy Collins O’Hara Attorney James Egle Attorney Eileen Kelley Attorney Margaret Lund Attorney Anthony Menting Attorney Jared Potter Attorney Denasha Scott

Stafford Rosenbaum LLP is proud to announce the launch of the firm’s topical blog, “The Well Planned Estate: A Look at Wills, Trusts and Probate.” This will be the fifth legal blog the firm publishes; other blog topics include: municipal law, environmental law, employment and labor law, franchise and distribution law. “The Well Planned Estate’s” first post looks at estate planning for digital assets ranging from online banking accounts to social media sites.

Sep 11, 2014 in News/Events

Publication: “Undue Stimulus” and the Requirements for an Arm’s-Length Sale

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Given recent economic times, questions have arisen as to what constitutes an “undue stimulus” and what are the requirements for an arm’s-length sale.

Aug 25, 2014 in News/Events

Four Stafford Rosenbaum Attorneys have been Selected for “Best Lawyers 2015 Lawyer of the Year”

By: Daphne Webb Attorney Paul Kent

Christopher Hughes, Paul Kent, Richard Nordeng and Daphne Webb have been selected for "Best Lawyers 2015 Lawyer of the Year". Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year,” making this accolade particularly significant.

Aug 18, 2014 in News/Events

“The Best Lawyers in America” Recognizes 22 Attorneys from Stafford Rosenbaum in its 2015 Edition

By: Janice Bensky Attorney Matthew Dregne Attorney Christopher Hughes Attorney Bruce Huibregtse Attorney James Egle Attorney Paul Kent Attorney Bryan Kleinmaier Attorney Anthony Menting Attorney Barbara Neider Attorney Terrence Thom Attorney Ted Waskowski Daphne Webb Richard Yde

The Best Lawyers in America© recognized 22 attorneys from Stafford Rosenbaum LLP in its 2015 edition. Regarded as a top reference guide to the legal profession, The Best Lawyers in America© has been published biennially since 1983.

Aug 18, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Partner, Gerald Mowris Reappointed to State Bar’s Legislative Oversight Committee

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Gerald Mowris has been reappointed to the Wisconsin State Bar's Legislative Oversight Committee for a two-year term. The Legislative Oversight Committee oversees the State Bar's Government Relations program, including its conflict resolution process for section lobbying.

Aug 12, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum’s Kyle Engelke Elected to the Madison Parks Foundation’s Board of Directors

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Kyle Engelke, an attorney in the firm's Madison office, was recently elected to the Madison Parks Foundation’s Board of Directors. The Madison Parks Foundation is dedicated to future generations of citizens through efforts to preserve and expand our gift of parks and open space in Madison.

Aug 11, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford’s Director of Administration Appointed to State Bar Committee

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Michelle Andler, Stafford Rosenbaum's Director of Administration, has been appointed to the Wisconsin State Bar's Insurance and Member Benefits Committee for a one-year term.

Aug 07, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum’s Meg Vergeront Elected to State Bar’s Labor and Employment Board

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Stafford Rosenbaum partner Meg Vergeront was recently elected Secretary/Treasurer of the State Bar's Labor and Employment Law Section Board.

Aug 04, 2014 in News/Events

Susan Allen Named as a Leading Litigation Lawyer in 2014

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Susan Allen, a senior associate in Stafford Rosenbaum's Milwaukee office was recently named by Milwaukee Magazine as a Leading Litigation Lawyer in 2014.

Jul 22, 2014 in News/Events

An Overview of the New Wisconsin Trust Code

By: Michelle M. Affatati Janice Bensky Attorney Amy Collins O’Hara Attorney James Egle Attorney Anthony Menting Attorney Jared Potter Attorney Denasha Scott

The New Wisconsin Trust Code (WTC) will take effect date of July 1, 2014. The new WTC offers greater flexibility in managing trusts, makes it easier to modify or terminate trusts, reduces the need for court involvement and may provide new opportunities in estate planning.

Jun 20, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Partner, Bryan Kleinmaier Elected to Board of the Public Utilities Section of the State Bar

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Bryan Kleinmaier, a partner in Stafford Rosenbaum's Madison office, was elected to the Board of Directors of the Public Utilities Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin. The section presents statewide programs on energy and telecommunications law, monitors developments in the field, and sponsors continuing legal education programs for practitioners.

Jun 19, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum LLP Welcomes Seven Established Attorneys and Paralegals

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Stafford Rosenbaum LLP is pleased to announce the addition of seven well-established attorneys and paralegals to the firm’s Madison office. Effective July 1, 2014, Tom Solheim, Dave Billing, Jim Statz, and Laura Callan will be joining the firm as partners, Eileen Kelley will be joining as an associate, and Susan Tuohy and Cynthia Draeger will be joining as paralegals. The seven bring a wealth of experience in diverse areas of the law including business, trusts and estates, real estate, intellectual property, and litigation.

Jun 17, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum Welcomes New Attorney Holly Wilson

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Stafford Rosenbaum LLP recently welcomed Attorney Holly Wilson as an associate. Holly is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School.

Jun 17, 2014 in News/Events

Daphne Webb Among this Year’s Women in the Law Recipients

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Daphne Webb, a senior partner at Stafford Rosenbaum, was among this year’s Wisconsin Law Journal’s Women in the Law recipients.

Jun 13, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Family Law Attorney, Kelly Dodd Interviewed by WITI, Fox 6 Milwaukee

By Stafford Rosenbaum

WITI, FOX 6 Milwaukee interviewed Kelly Dodd, a partner at Stafford Rosenbaum, for her legal take on the recent same-sex marriage decision handed down by Judge Crabb United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin and whether these same-sex marriage licenses could be voided.

Jun 12, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Rosenbaum Clients Among Companies Honored by the WMC

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Stafford Rosenbaum LLP is pleased to announce that the firm’s clients New Glarus Brewing Company and Madison Gas and Electric were among the recipients of the 2014 Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Awards.

May 19, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Partner, Laura Skilton Verhoff Re-Elected to the State Bar Board of Governors

By Stafford Rosenbaum

Stafford partner, Laura Skilton Verhoff was re-elected to serve a two-year term as District 9 representative on the State Bar Board of Governors.

Apr 29, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Attorneys to Present at WI Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel’s Conference

By: Attorney James Egle

Denasha Scott and James Egle of Stafford Rosenbaum will be presenting “Wisconsin Case Law in a Nutshell: 10 Decisions Every Business Lawyer Should Know” at the Wisconsin Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel’s Annual Conference on May 16th in Elkhart Lake. Ms. Scott is a partner in the firm's Milwaukee office. Mr. Egle is a partner in Stafford's Madison office.

Apr 23, 2014 in News/Events

Stafford Partner, Paul Kent Awarded Hon. Charles Dunn Certificate of Commendation

By Stafford Rosenbaum

The Wisconsin State Bar Communications Committee has awarded Stafford Partner, Paul Kent a certificate of commendation for the article, "Wisconsin's Wetland Reform Act."

Apr 21, 2014 in News/Events