You Heard It Here First!

The State Bar of Wisconsin has adopted a policy favoring one-sixteen year term for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices. This will require an amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution which can only be accomplished through a voter referendum.  Here’s the most recent Wisconsin Bar post to members on the topic:  

New Deer Hunting Regulations in Wisconsin

The weather is hot and humid outside.  Let’s spend some time thinking about colder weather and activities. There are only 101 days until November 22, 2014 – Opening Day for whitetail rifle hunters.  For those of you who are regular hunters you will want to know about some changes in hunting regulations. Perhaps the biggest …

E-Mails as Public Records

In working with school districts and municipalities the question about access to public records comes up on a regular basis.  Wisconsin law defines public records and the process for requesting them as well as the obligations of a public agency to provide access to the records. The law also sets out exceptions for items that …

Update on WI Fireworks Law

The State Bar of Wisconsin has published a helpful guide on fireworks laws.  Having once told a county sheriff’s deputy, “Yes sir, we’re all done lighting them now,” I suggest you read it! The full  article can be found here: http://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/Pages/Article.aspx?Volume=6&Issue=13&ArticleID=11646 Highlights from the article: “I think we all realize that there is a significant …

Office Closed June 24-26, 2014

Sorry folks, but I’m heading out of town again. This time, to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin for the Wisconsin State Bar Annual Meeting & Conference. I will be attending business meetings for State Bar groups that I volunteer with. I also will be presenting with a panel, “Law Firm Boot Camp: A Practical Guide to Hanging …

Kirk Law Office Recognized by Industry Leaders

Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company (WILMIC) provides professional liability insurance to attorneys of Wisconsin. Their 2013 Annual Report to Policyholders featured Kirk Law Office, “Kirk’s decision to simplify her practice approach mirrors moves seen nationally and in Wisconsin of firms downsizing and attorneys going solo. In her case, the combination of modern marketing savvy and …