Wisconsin Solo & Small
Firm Conference

Practice Law. Manage Business. Enjoy Life. Oct 28-30, 2010 Wisconsin Dells Substantive | Practice Management | Technology | Ethics
2010 Winner of the ABA Solo and Small Firm Project Award

Put your practice on the fast track in a fun, family setting.

The WSSFC Conference offers a jam-packed schedule of more than 32 education and training sessions in four different tracks and plenary sessions. Regional and national speakers will be on hand to provide you with useful tips about the latest technology, and valuable ways to manage your practice, avoid malpractice, build client relationships, and deal with real-world issues that affect you every day.

Milwaukee Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin

Co-hosted by the Milwaukee Bar Association and the State Bar of Wisconsin, the 5th annual Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference is packed with sessions on managing your firm better.

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Wilderness Territory

Bring the family and relax

The Wilderness Resort offers loads of slides, thrills, lazy rivers, a huge wavepool inside the area’s only indoor waterpark with a see-thru roof for year round tanning, and 4 indoor waterparks. All rooms include up to 4 waterpark passes. More Info

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Based on their experience at WSSFC in 2009, over 98% of the 2009 attendees would recommend the event to a colleague. *
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2010 John Lederer Solo and Small Firm Service Award

Previous Winners

2009: Ross Kodner of Microlaw, Inc

Award Description

Named in memory of Oregon, Wisconsin, attorney John Lederer, this award is presented annually to an individual, group or organization exemplifying the leadership, spirit and dedication of John Lederer, who saw it as his mission to help solo and small firm lawyers master the skills and technology needed to build their practices.

Award Criteria

Nominees must have shown leadership in furthering the mission of the Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference, which is to educate and support solo and small firm attorneys as they practice the law, manage their businesses and enjoy their lives. Individuals, groups or organizations nominated will be judged on their sustained, selfless service to projects, efforts or organizations of benefit to solo and small firm practitioners across Wisconsin. Nominees’ efforts should have contributed to the advancement of solo and small firm practitioners in the areas of technology, legal education, practice management, ethics or quality of life.

Nominating Procedure

Each nomination should include (1) a letter of nomination detailing the reasons why the nominee should receive the award; (2) a resume or similar presentation of background information on the nominee; and (3) a maximum of three letters of recommendation from individuals who know of the nominee’s qualifications to receive the award. Please forward nominations to Julie Ethridge before August 2, 2010.

Please send nominations to:

Julie Ethridge
State Bar of Wisconsin
5302 Eastpark Blvd.
PO Box 7158
Madison, WI 53707-7158

Nominations can be faxed to (608) 257-5502; must be received by August 2, 2010.

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If you are interested in being a sponsor at the 2010 Conference, please contact Britt Wegner at (414) 276-5931.

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Substantive | Practice Management | Technolgy | Ethics

Thursday Schedule *Subject to Change

  • 8:00 - 9:00 AM - Fastcase Demonstration

  • Sponsored by the Law Office Management Section

    9:30 - 12:00 PM - Preconference Workshop

    Matt Homann
    Building the Service-Centered Firm by Matt Homann

    The simplest way to build your perfect practice is to identify your best clients and serve them well. In this half-day workshop, you'll not only learn why service -- and not price -- is the key to keeping great clients happy. Using a mixture of lecture, small-group discussion and collaborative exercises you'll understand why service is more important than ever, and walk away with a plan to build your own service-centered firm.

    Bio: Matthew Homann is the founder of LexThink LLC, an "Innovation Consultancy" for lawyers and law firms. He's been named a Legal Rebel by the ABA Journal, and his blog The NonBillable Hour has twice been named a Top 100 Legal Blog. He has spent five years as a solo practitioner with a true “general practice” that included divorce, real estate, estate planning, and collections. As a partner in a two person law firm, he developed a unique business model that increased profitability, reduced time spent per matter, and did away with time sheets (and the billable hour) completely.

  • 8:00 - 12:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Set Up

  • 12:00 - 5:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open

  • 12:45 - 2:00 PM - Session 1: Plenary

    Welcome by Jon Groth, Chair of the Conference Planning Committee
    Opening Keynote "Real Innovation for Real Lawyers" by Matt Homann

    In this fast-paced presentation, Matthew Homann will make the case for adding a dose of innovation to your practice, as he shares dozens of unique tips and ideas about alternative billing strategies, creative marketing techniques and proven customer-service principles.

  • 2:00 - 2:30 PM - Sponsor Refreshment Break

    Visit the Vendor Hall and get your Vendor Passport signed to be entered to win some great prizes!

  • 2:30 - 3:30 PM - Session 2

    • Drafting a Will

      Phillip Miller Weiss Berzowski Brady LLP

      Learn the elements of a good document, the pitfalls to be avoided, coordination of the will and other documents, non probate transfers and the proper execution of the will.

    • Tornadoes, Fires, Floods: Navigate Though Disaster Planning

      Sarah Ruffi Ruffi Law Offices

      Proper planning can make the difference between being out of commission for a day or 6 months when a natural disaster strikes. Learn what to include in your plan and how to make sure it is properly executed when disaster strikes. Don’t miss this chance to save your practice and your clients from natural disasters.

    • Alternatives to Software as Usual

      Ron Phillips Phillips Law SC

      The traditional model of technology and software is changing constantly. Instead of driving to the store to buy a box with disks and a manual and then installing software on a computer, today's attorney has other options for equipping her firm with business solutions. Cloud computing, software-as-a-service, open source, and end-user-customizable solutions are better than ever. This session takes you off the beaten path and introduces some lesser-known software solutions that can boost legal office productivity and offer great value.

    • Restorative Justice

      Justice Janine Geske Marquette University Law School

      Restorative Justice views criminal acts more comprehensively than our judicial system because it recognizes how offenders harm victims, communities, and even themselves by their actions. Discover research behind the movement and learn more about the Victim/Offender Dialogue and resources available through one of the most intensive restorative justice programs in the nation.

  • 3:30 - 4:00 PM - Sponsor Break - Visit the Exhibits

  • 4:00 - 5:00 PM - Session 3

    • We Have an Agreement, Right? Keys to Drafting Online Contracts

      Jascha Walter Dewitt Ross & Stevens SC

      Learn the facts from drafting to implementation of online agreements and don’t ever be troubled again about what terms and elements should be included or not.

    • Destroying Client Files

      Mark Slate Slate Law Offices

      What do you do when you have more files than you can store? How do you go about destroying the files you have? What is the best way to handle storage for files when you close them? The ethics and practicality of what to do with file storage will be covered in this presentation.

    • Create Your Own Web Site on a Small Budget

      Jeff Krause Krause Practice Management

      In this session, you will learn tips and tricks as well what tools are available for creating your own website. We will discuss the process of creating a website from planning to rollout. You will also see the different options for managing the content on your website once it is online and basic search engine optimization to help people find the site you have created.

    • Dealing with the Rambo Litigator

      Moderator: Gregg Herman Loeb & Herman, S.C.

      Dan Bestul Duxstad & Bestul SC

      Kim Skemp Kopp, McKichan, Geyer, Skemp & Stombaugh LLP

      Justice Janine Geske Marquette Law School

      Join this panel discussion on effective strategies for dealing with an unreasonable opposing counsel who is raising emotional and financial temperatures. Topics will include getting the court to recognize which lawyer is the problem, what civility issues are involved, and what ethical remedies are available as well as ways to maximize results for your client.

  • 5:00 - 5:30 PM - Hotel check-in and visit the Exhibit Hall

  • 5:30 - 7:30 PM - Vendor Reception

    Enjoy some beer, wine and soda, plus a cash bar and light hors d’oeuvres compliments of your vendors and sponsors! Bring your Vendor Passport and be sure to stick around for some fabulous door prizes (must be present to win.) Dinner on your own.

Friday Schedule *Subject to Change

  • 7:15 - 5:00 PM - The Vendor Hall is open

    This is the last day to meet with representatives of companies and organizations that can help you Practice Law, Manage Business and Enjoy Life, so be sure to visit all of them!

  • 7:15 - 5:00 PM - Registration and Deluxe Continental Breakfast

    Be sure to sign in for CLE Credit at the Registration booth. Visit the Vendor Hall.

  • 8:00 - 10:00 AM - Session 4: Plenary

    Judi Craig
    “Keynote: "Make Rain, Not Mist" by Judi Craig of Atticus

     

    Bio: Judi is a Master Certified Coach and a Senior Practice Advisor with Atticus. She is the author of four nationally published books, a former syndicated columnist and has been interviewed on over 100 radio stations. Prior to being recruited by Atticus, Inc. Judi was President of The Practice Advisor, LLC where she coached attorneys on how to increase their incomes, cut their work hours, take exceptional care of their clients and create fulfilling lifestyles.

  • 10:00 - 10:30 AM - Sponsor Refreshment Break – Visit the Exhibits

  • 10:30 - 11:30 AM - Session 5

    • Trademark Fundamentals

      Elizabeth T Russell Law Office of Elizabeth T Russell

      Even soccer clubs and book clubs use trademarks these days, so get the facts to help your clients choose a strong mark and use it appropriately. Learn the proper steps to take to enforce trademark rights against others and the important role of federal trademark registrations in disputes regarding domain names and keyword advertising.

    • Creating a Suitable Succession Plan for Solos

      Speaker: Brian Mahany Mahany & Ertl, S.C.

      This program will provide information on what a sole practitioner should do to make sure the firm is able to continue functioning when a tragedy such as accident, sickness or death occurs.

    • A total virtual law office – a report from a lawyer who has taken the plunge.

      Martin Ditkof Attorney at Law

      Sarit Singhal Superior Support Resources

      Ever desire to cut the cord from your office and be completely mobile? In this session, counsel and his IT provider discuss their attempts during 2010 to develop a completely mobile office. They will discuss the issues, the challenges, and the strengths and weakness of the Private Cloud which now supports the practice.

    • Dealing with Difficult Clients

      Sally Anderson WILMIC

      Tim Pierce State Bar of Wisconsin

      This program will discuss the hazards and pitfalls of dealing with clients who threaten to (or do) file grievances, return invoices with checks for $1.00 stating "PAID IN FULL", who file motions without telling the lawyer, who accuse the lawyer of incompetence etc. This session will discuss how to respond to these situations and what you need to do to protect your fee, your coverage and your license.

  • 11:30 - 1:30 PM - Session 6

    Keith Hawk
    Buffet Lunch
    Presentation of the Solo Small Firm Service Award
    "Get-Real Selling" Principles for Lawyers" by Keith Hawk, LexisNexis

    Learn about the concept of consultative selling and how to use it in the attorney’s client development process.

    Bio: Keith Hawk is the Senior Vice President Sales for U.S. Law Firm, Corporate and Government Markets at LexisNexis. Keith graduated from Ohio University with a BS in Communications and an MBA from the University of Dayton. He enjoys spending time with his three sons (Matthew, Ryan, A.J.). His son A.J. Hawk plays professional football, as a starting linebacker with the Green Bay Packers. Keith recently published a book on the consultative sales process called Get-Real Selling.

  • 1:30 - 2:30 PM - Session 7

    • Securities Law and Small Business

      Sherilyn Whitmoyer Whitmoyer Law LLC

      The presentation will cover basic information as to what is a security, what does compliance involve including both exemption/exceptions from the applicability of securities laws registration requirements and issuer information disclosure requirements.

    • Creating a Task Management System

      Byll Hess Hess, Dexter, Reinertson & Brunner

      Sarah Ruffi Ruffi Law Offices, S.C.

      This program would focus on creating a case or task manager system, such as "case manager", "task manager" or "project manager" to be used by small firms to stay on top of open files, including pending deadlines and status reports.

    • Social Media – "Where’s the Beef"

      Michael Moore Moore's Law

      People now spend more time using social network sites than personal e-mail. But according to a Leader Networks 2009 study, 78% of lawyers polled reported membership in an online social network. However 56% of the lawyers in the same survey identified peer referrals as the most effective method for finding business. So what’s up? Social networking does amplify your ability to create, maintain, and enhance relationships but it is no substitute for traditional face-to-face interaction. Learn the new skills required to apply the same energy, effort, and enthusiasm of traditional networking to creating value from social media.

    • Unusual and Risky Clauses in Engagement Letters

      Tim Pierce State Bar of Wisconsin

      Dean Dietrich Ruder Ware LLSC

      Unusual and risky clauses in engagement letters, such as arbitration clauses, clauses which seek to unilaterally impose collection costs on clients and various fee provisions in contingent agreements.

  • 2:30 - 3:00 PM - Sponsor Break - Visit the Vendor Hall

  • 3:00 - 4:00 PM - Session 8

    • An Eminent Domain Primer: How to ensure your Client Isn’t being Taken for a Ride

      Brian Sajdak Wesolowski, Reidenbach & Sajdak SC

      With increased competition for land for highways, public utilities, etc. eminent domain is on the rise in many communities. Learn the basics of eminent domain acquisitions from the initial contact by the acquiring agency through the owners right to appeal including strategy tips and a brief consideration relocation benefits.

    • TBD
    • PC Maintenance Clinic for Lawyers

      Sarit Singhal Superior Support Resources

      This session will provide live demonstrations, and limited hands-on examples of basic PC maintenance for XP, Vista and Windows 7 that everyone should be doing, but that is sometimes neglected leading to problems down the road. It will focus on when, what and how to update, memory issues, security and backups and data recovery.

    • Safe Lawyering: Protecting Yourself against Ethical, Emotional and Professional Disasters or Worse

      Linda Albert State Bar of Wisconsin

      Trying to figure out how to thrive during tough economic times; avoid ethical complaints and disciplinary chaos? Ever wonder how some lawyers seem to function well while others barely keep their head above the water? This workshop will look at the research depicting the dynamics of professional hardiness and resilience which can keep OLR outside your mailbox.

  • 4:00 - 5:00 PM - Session 9

    • Taking the Case to the Court House Steps

      Catherine LaFleur La Fleur Law Office SC

      Subject: A civil pretrial practice checklist from case selection through discovery, mediation and right up to trial.

    • Alternative Fees - A Necessary Weapon in the Continuous Battle to Attract and Retain Clients

      Michael Moore Moore's Law

      This program will offer a summary of billing practices and examine various alternative billing arrangements and review a matrix of implementation issues including potential methods to increase law firm profitability.

    • Workflow in the Digital Age: Hands on Digital Dictation and Scanning

      Jeff Krause Krause Practice Management

      This session will provide an in depth live demonstration of the latest dictation and scanning technology. In the first half of this presentation, you will see the process of turning voice into paper as a dictation flows from author to transcriptionist via the digital dictation process. You will also see how a dictation can be transcribed directly using voice recognition software. In the second half the presentation, you will watch as paper is turned into digital paper. You will see how documents are saved and organized for later retrieval and how other tools allow you to recognize text and create your own forms.

    • The Ethical and Malpractice Risks of Using Social Media

      Tim Pierce State Bar of Wisconsin

      Dean Dietrich Ruder Ware LLSC

      Sean Sweeney Halling & Cayo SC

      Elizabeth Russell Law Office of Elizabeth T. Russell

      An informative panel of real life practitioners who use social media and ethic professionals about how to safely manage social media in your practice.

  • 5:30 - 7:30 PM - Hospitality Room

    Enjoy some wine and refreshments compliments of our sponsors. Dinner on Own / Enjoy the Waterpark

    Dewitt Ross and Stevens Lawton & Cates LLC Murphy Desmond

Saturday Schedule *Subject to Change

  • 7:30 - 8:30 AM - Welcome and Hot Breakfast Buffet

    Jack Newton
    "What a Law Firm Can Learn From Zappos ( Hint: It isn’t about Selling Shoes.)" By Jack Newton

    Delivering surprisingly great customer service is one of the most effective, cost-efficient, and practical ways to differentiate your law practice. It’s something a law practice of any size can do, and it’s something most of your competitors, even if they’re paying lip service to it, aren’t doing.

    Bio: Jack Newton is the President and co-founder of Themis Solutions Inc., the provider of Clio, is a Vancouver, BC-based web services company dedicated to providing online, practice management solutions to the small firm marketplace. Jack holds a masters degree in computing science from the University of Alberta and has over 10 years of experience building startups and web applications. Jack holds three software-related patents in the United States and EU.

    Be sure to sign in for CLE credit at the registration desk.

    Hotel check out

  • 8:30 - 9:30 AM - Session 10

    • Your Client got a Letter from the IRS, Now What?

      Rob Teuber Weiss Berzowski Brady LLP

      Analysis of what you can do when your client is facing an audit or tax collection issue. What you can tell your clients to watch out for and when might an individual face personal liability for business taxes will also be discussed.

    • Marketing Tips from the Trenches

      A panel of solo and small firm practitioners will provide hands on tips for marketing your practice. The panel will share their experiences in implementing marketing practices they learned during past Solo & Small Firm Conferences and give practical advice on what works and what doesn’t.

      Daniel S. Davis, Davis & Gelshenen LLP

      Mark Goldstein, Mark Goldstein, S.C.

      Jon Groth, Groth Law Firm, S.C.

    • How to get the Most from your Smart Phone

      Greg Banchy Banchy Law Center LLC

      Explore the basic features of smartphones and some of the more interesting applications available that can expand the phone’s capability into a timekeeping and billing system, a news gathering system, a networking tool, a document storage tool and beyond. Also, discover some of the issues related to the use of these devices, including interoperability with existing office technology, battery life and perhaps most importantly, security. Finally, view a side-by-side comparison of some of the more popular smartphones presently available.

    • TBD
  • 9:30 - 10:00 AM - Break / Hotel check out

  • 10:00 - 11:00 AM - Session 11

    • Non-Profit Organization Law 101

      Kathy Brost Brost & Associates Law Offices LLC

      Subject: Many attys volunteer on their favorite charity board of directors, but most are not experts at non profit law. Provides the basics of non profit law, explains the IRS’s current scrutiny of tax exempt orgs, and red flags of what to look for when representing or volunteering on a non profit board, and explains how being a board member of a tax exempt org and help expands your practice.

    • Hanging Your Own Shingle Part 2 -From Business Infancy to Business Adolescence

      Mark Goldstein Mark J. Goldstein SC

      Back by popular demand, this program will provide newcomers with valuable insight on the mechanics of opening and developing a practice such as office space, banking, insurance, technology, and staffing and, for returning attendees, next steps and philosophical considerations to help propel your practice forward.

    • Is there hope after Windows Vista?

      Nerino Petro State Bar of Wisconsin

      Still holding on to Windows XP? Is it safe to upgrade to Windows 7 after avoiding Vista? Or how about the latest MS Office – is it worth making the change? This session will talk about the benefits of moving to Windows 7 and Office 2010. Find out about the different versions and which one is right for you. Session will include a live demonstration of some of the new and improved features and options in both Windows 7 and Office 2010.

    • Finding the Balance When the Only Constant is Change

      Kathleen Reiley Kathleen Reiley SC

      This presentation outlines the characteristics lawyers share as a group, the stressors lawyers encounter generally and specific strategies lawyers can use that are free, easy, available and effective for helping to come back to center!

  • 11:00 - 12:15 PM - Session 12: Closing Plenary

    Ken Matejka
    Getting Clients into Your Law Practice from Google by Ken Matejka

    Google's market share for law-related search in the U.S. is overwhelming and continuing to grow. Learn about website and Google SEO fundamentals, as well as the benefits of Google marketing. Learn about the elements of a successful law office website, what you need to do to be favorably included in Google's index, and how to set up a Google AdWords account in-house.

    Bio: Ken Matejka is a California attorney and co-founder of a national online marketing site for lawyer referral services, iLawyer.com, which is currently operated by the New York City Bar Association. In 2007 he co-founded LegalPPC, a search engine advertising company dedicated to helping lawyers and lawyer referral services get more clients through Google advertising.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About CLE Credit:

This program has been approved for General Program Approval by the Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners. The number of Ethics/Professional Responsibility (EPR) credits will be finalized in July. Only individuals registering as State Bar of Wisconsin members will be submitted for CLE credits.  Please note:  We will not be applying for MN or IL CLE this year; however, you can self report.  Contact Sabrina Nunley, CLE Director, Milwaukee Bar Association, at snunley@milwbar.org for questions about CLE.

In 2009 we received a maximum of 15 CLE including up to 7.0 EPR credits. In 2008 we received 14 CLE including 8 EPR credits. 

About Registration:

The Law Office Management Section has graciously agreed to sponsor the pre-conference workshop again this year. The 2 ½ hour program will be held at the Wilderness on the morning of Thursday, October 28. Stay tuned for the announcement on the speaker and topic.  

  1. All full conference attendees (including Law Office Management Section, General Practice Section members, WALA members, Staff of State Bar Members and Law Students receive complimentary access to the pre-conference program sponsored by the Law Office Management Section on Thursday, October 28 at the Wilderness. (You do NOT need to register separately for this pre-conference program if you have registered for the WI Solo and Small Firm Conference.)
  2. The Pre-conference program is free to Law Office Management Section members, but please register in advance if you are not attending the WI Solo and Small Firm Conference. Please note: the Ultimate Pass is not available for those individuals who wish to attend the Pre-Conference program only. For information on joining the Law Office Management Section click here.
  3. In order for staff of State Bar members to receive the special rate, a State Bar member must also register for the Conference at the same time as the staff member via phone, fax, or mail. Sorry, no online registrations permitted.
  4. State Bar of Wisconsin CLE Seminars Ultimate Pass holders will be charged $145.00 per person for the conference to cover the two breakfasts, a lunch, the vendor reception, the hospitality room and the downloadable materials.
  5. Sorry, we do not offer any 1 day passes for this event.
  6. ALL attendees must register for the conference and have a name badge to access the vendor hall and the WI Solo and Small Firm CLE sessions. Unfortunately, there are no exceptions to this rule.

Registration Rates

  Before June 30 June 30 - September 27 After September 27
State Bar of Wisconsin member, Milwaukee Bar member, or WALA member $224 $249 $299
Staff of State Bar member $224 $249 $299
General Practice Section members (who are not Ultimate Pass holders)  $224 $224 $299
Non-members $324 $349 $399
Law student $125 $125 $125
Ultimate Pass holder (includes meals) $145 $145 $145

 

How do I register?

On the Internet: You must login to the State Bar of Wisconsin website with your member account or create a new account to register. Please click here to begin.

By Phone: Charge your registration by calling (800) 728-7788 or (608) 257-3838. Please have your VISA, MasterCard or AMEX information ready.

By Mail: Mail the registration form (PDF) and a check payable to State Bar of Wisconsin or completed credit card information to:

State Bar of Wisconsin WSSF Conference
P.O. Box 7158
Madison, WI 53707-7158

By Fax: Fax the registration form (PDF) to (608) 257-5502. Please include your VISA, MasterCard or AMEX information. Our Fax line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How much are the rooms at the hotel?

Rates for a Double Queen are $99 (Wed/Thurs) and $109 for Fri/Sat. A limited number of 2 bedroom suites are available for $124/$140.  All guest rooms are subject to a $9.50 resort fee and 11% room tax. Call 1 (800) 867-9453 before September 27, 2010 to reserve your room.  Please mention that you are with the WI Solo and Small Firm Conference. Remember, guest rooms are limited. Make your reservations early.  If you miss the deadline for securing rooms, then you will not receive the special discounted rate.

Please note: The Wilderness has 3 main entrances. Most of our guest room block will be located in the Glacier Canyon Lodge, located near the Conference Center.  The resort is much larger than previous facilities, so make sure you know which entrance/complex you are supposed to be at before you arrive. A resort map can be found here.

What will I receive for Conference Materials?

Attendees will have access to conference materials approximately two weeks before the conference via electronic format on computer readable media. You may purchase a copy of these materials in printed format for an additional $60. Please select the "Add Printed Materials"; option during your registration process. You may pick up your pre-ordered, printed copies at Registration during your check-in at the conference.

What is the refund policy?

If you cancel your registration by 4:30 PM CT on Thursday, October 21, 2010, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee. We’re sorry, no refunds will be granted after that date.  However, you may transfer the full value of the registration fee you paid to another person’s registration for this event. No refunds will be issued for any missed sessions or events, including sessions missed due to travel delays or cancellations. Cancellations may be made by calling (800) 728-7788 or (608) 257-3838 during business hours.

What should I wear to this conference?

We want you to be as comfortable as possible at our event. Most people will be in business casual or casual attire. Due to the general nature of hotel meeting rooms, we do recommend that you dress in layers.

Why sponsor the Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference?

The Wisconsin Solo & Small Firm Conference exhibit hall is bigger and better than ever. Look for the return of conference favorites, as well as new ones to assist you in managing your solo or small firm practice. Take this opportunity to speak directly with vendor representatives and get your questions answered. Bring plenty of business cards so you can enter the drawings to win fun and valuable prizes.

"The conference gives vendors an opportunity to have conversations in a smaller, more intimate setting.  We enjoy being able to have productive conversations with attendees." - 2008 and 2009 Vendor

Additional Information:

If you are interested in being a sponsor at the 2010 Conference, please contact Britt Wegner at (414) 276 - 5931.

Who do I contact for more information?

Registration and cancellations
State Bar of Wisconsin Customer Service
(800) 728-7788

Speakers/Program/Facility
Julie Ethridge
State Bar of Wisconsin
(608) 250-6014

Vendors / Sponsors
Britt Wegner
Milwaukee Bar Association
(414) 276-5931

CLE Credits
Sabrina Nunley
Milwaukee Bar Association
(414) 276-5932

NOTICE TO ALL REGISTRANTS, INSTRUCTORS, EXHIBITORS, GUESTS:

By attending this State Bar event, you understand and agree that you may be photographed and/or electronically recorded during the event and you hereby grant to the State Bar the right to use and distribute your name and likeness for promotional or educational purposes without monetary compensation. The State Bar assumes no liability for such use.

*Information is reported with a maximum margin of error of plus or minus six percent.