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.
- 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.)
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Sorry, we do not offer any 1 day passes for this event.
- 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?
- 94% of attendees at WSSFC 2009 said they make final purchasing decisions or recommend purchases.*
- Meet with decision makers and purchasers of over 100 legal offices in Wisconsin
- Increase your brand awareness and improve your corporate image
- Demonstrate your new products or services
- Offer discount coupons or product trials to potential clients
- Relax and enjoy great camaraderie with legal professionals from all over the region
- Come and see the latest services and technologies for law firms!
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.
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