State Bar of Wisconsin Young Lawyers Division

03/21/2025

Bottom Up : Episode 25: Practice Insights and Tips with Judges Ellen Brostrom and Krista LaFave

In this episode of the Bottom Up Podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, host Kristen Hardy talks with former Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge Ellen Brostrom, now a mediator at Resolute Systems LLC, and Wauwatosa Municipal Court Judge Krista LaFave, also a personal injury attorney at Warshafsk...

12/31/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 24: Listening to Lawyers and Practice Pulse Join the Podcast Mix in 2025

Exciting News! Starting in 2025, two new podcasts will join Bottom Up in a rotation of podcasts produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin. Bottom Up, co-hosted by Emil Ovbiagele and Kristen Hardy, will continue to explore topics of interest to lawyers in the early stages of their careers. They'll be ba...

11/26/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 23: A Path to Sports Law with Milwaukee Bucks Chief Legal Officer Mike Sneathern

In this episode of the Bottom Up Podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, co-hosts Emil Ovbiagele and Sam Huddleston Baker talk with Mike Sneathern, chief legal officer for the Milwaukee Bucks. Mike has worked 20-plus years for the 2021 NBA champs. The conversation explores Mike's journey fr...

10/30/2024

Want to know something cool about Wausau, WI? Wausau is known as the birthplace of logrolling competitions! Source: the internet.

Want to know something else that’s cool about Wausau AND that’s backed by a reliable primary source? The YLD is hosting a CLE and networking reception in Wausau NEXT FRIDAY, November 8! This will be at the Hilton Garden Inn Wausau, 151401 County Road NN.

The CLE program runs 3-4PM and the networking event 4-6PM, so come learn and enjoy some treats courtesy of the YLD! Being a young lawyer is generally challenging, and even more so during election season when many people turn to JDs for guidance. The YLD board appreciates you all so much and wants to provide this opportunity for you to unwind.

You don’t need to attend the CLE to join the reception or vice versa, but RSVPs for either would be splendid. Please RSVP by emailing the State Bar’s amazing Katie at [email protected]

Can’t wait to see you all there!

09/30/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 22: Data Privacy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Hiriam Bradley

Will AI replace lawyers? That's one of the questions explored in the latest episode of Bottom Up, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin. Co-hosts Emil Ovbiagele and Kristen Hardy welcome Hiriam Bradley, an attorney specializing in privacy and technology law.  The conversation explores Hiriam's...

08/06/2024

Upcoming Young Lawyers Division social - this Friday at the Rigby in Madison!

Want to enjoy some sponsored refreshments and appetizers in downtown Madison after work? Come kick it with the YLD at the Rigby! Being a young lawyer is stressful stuff, and the YLD is here to help you take a load off - be it with a cocktail, mocktail, or just chill vibes and great conversations, we got you.

While this isn’t a high pressure event, it would be great if you’d RSVP to Katie Wieman at [email protected] so we know how many apps to order. The YLD has space reserved for a few hours starting at 5, so please stop by whenever you like.

The Rigby is located at 119 E Main St, Madison.

Thank you, young lawyers, for all the work you do!

07/31/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 21: Finding Your Niche with YLD President Anthony Procaccio

When Anthony Procaccio graduated from law school in 2013, he was one of 46,776 U.S. law students to do so (the most of any year on record, and 36% more than 2023). The economy was beginning to recover from the 2007-08 financial crisis, but job seekers were still struggling. Procaccio, now the presid...

06/29/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 20: Making the Most of Summer Law Clerkships, Tips for First Year Associates

In this episode of the Bottom Up podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wiscondsin, co-hosts Emil Ovbiagele and Kristen Hardy discuss their experiences as young lawyers and the importance of law clerkships. They are joined by first-year associate Kate Goodhart and summer law clerk Dan Underwood, who....

05/31/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 19: Stress, Sleep Deprivation, and Lawyer Wellness with Amber Ault

Episode 19 of the Bottom Up Podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, features a discussion on lawyer wellness, stress, and sleep deprivation, focusing on the unique stressors legal professionals face. Amber Ault -- who manages the State Bar's Wisconsin Lawyers Assistance Program (WisLAP) and...

04/29/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 18: The Parade of Horribles in Legal Malpractice Claims with WILMIC CEO Tom Watson

Attorney Tom Watson, the featured guest in the latest episode of the Bottom Up Podcast produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, knows what it means to reinvent yourself.  Tom started his career in broadcast radio. He interviewed big names like Bill Clinton, Jesse Jackson, entertainer Red Skelton...

03/26/2024

Bottom Up : Episode 17: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Samantha Huddleston Baker

Ever heard of imposter syndrome? In this episode of the Bottom Up podcast, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin, co-host Emil Ovbiagele and guest host Joe Forward interview Samantha Huddleston Baker, a partner at OVB Law and Consulting S.C. in Milwaukee. They discuss impostor syndrome and carving....

02/23/2024

There's still time to sign up for the 2024 Young Lawyers Conference on March 8th in Madison! There's going to be some awesome breakout sessions, a judicial panel, and a keynote presentation with Justice Geraldine Hines. You don't want to miss this! Registering is super easy, just hop on Wisbar and sign up. And of course, tuition is FREE for YLD members!

Check out this video featuring YLD President Tiffany Woelfel for more info:

Are you a young lawyer looking to learn from judges, network with peers, and pick up tuition-free CLE credits? The 14th annual State Bar of Wisconsin’s Young...