Wisconsin Bar Association

In the State of Wisconsin, many people are injured because of the negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct of an individual or company. These people have the opportunity to file a personal injury lawsuit with the help of a lawyer in their state. Unfortunately, not all people that call themselves lawyers are reputable or able to properly launch a lawsuit. Membership in the Wisconsin Bar Association is the reassurance needed to insure that an individual is qualified to present a court case in front of Wisconsin courts.
The Wisconsin Bar Association is an organization that represents legal professionals in Wisconsin. The bar is considered one of the most innovative, productive and service-oriented bars in the country. This distinction has been attributed to the strong volunteerism Wisconsin lawyers exercise in their work with committees, sections and divisions.
The Wisconsin Bar was organized on Jan. 9, 1878, as a voluntary association. In June 1956 the Wisconsin Supreme Court ordered the Bar integrated, with membership a condition for the practice of law in Wisconsin. After some troubles with the Wisconsin Supreme Court, all lawyers in the state were required to join the bar association.
Admission into the Wisconsin Bar is stringent. Every potential lawyer must complete a series of rigorous tests to prove that they are competent to practice law in the state of Wisconsin. This admissions process includes a passing score on the state bar exam, completing a minimum requirement of legal education (usually seven years beyond high school), and proving that an applicant has the professional aptitude to practice law. The process ensures that professionals that are admitted into the bar are reputable and competent in order to best serve the citizens of Wisconsin.