Archive: 2013

Ten Trials that Changed the World

Published: Friday, November 1st, 2013

I love “best of” lists, but often they frustrate me because they are naturally inclined to favor more recent events. That’s why I really liked this recent article.

30 Violations of Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Yields One Year Suspension

Published: Friday, October 25th, 2013

It is no surprise lawyers are held in such low regard. If we don’t respect our own professionalism to police ourselves appropriately, why should anyone else respect us?

Disciplinary Referees

Published: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2013

One of the real problems of the disciplinary system which is the length of time it takes to resolve some of these cases. And the SC does not do a good job of policing them.

Is Divorce Contagious?

Published: Tuesday, October 22nd, 2013

Watching others survive the process is therefore a catalyst for certain other people contemplating it to pull the trigger.

Dangers of Email

Published: Friday, October 11th, 2013

The advantages of email exceed its dangers. But this story serves as a good reminder to beware of those dangers.

Prenuptial Agreements and Changed Circumstances

Published: Sunday, October 6th, 2013

Prenup was found to be unenforceable due to changes in circumstances after the marriage.

The Problem with Prenups

Published: Tuesday, October 1st, 2013

While prenuptial agreements must have some semblance of “fairness,” there’s no definition provided of what that term means.

Cuba

Published: Thursday, September 26th, 2013

We leave tomorrow for Cuba, where I will be leading my fourth delegation of lawyers of People-to-People.

CCAP

Published: Sunday, September 22nd, 2013

A legislator is proposing to severely limit CCAP. Why should public records be restricted?

Online Divorce Education: User Beware

Published: Friday, August 30th, 2013

For basic information, divorce education Web sites are fine. But, for deeper knowledge, a person considering a divorce should also consult a licensed therapist and an experienced attorney.