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SCRIPTUS
P.O. Box 400
Pewaukee, WI 53072
http://waukeshabar.org
A
Publication of the Waukesha County Bar Association
February, 2007
Danni Caldwell-Editor
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Mark
Your
Calendars
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April
21, 2007
May 3, 2007
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Spring Awards Dinner @ Legends
Country Club (invitations will be mailed)
Spring CLE Seminar &
Annual
Meeting
Country Springs Hotel
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A Word From
Your President
Dear Waukesha
Bar Members,
We have a tentative date for our
Supreme Court candidate’s forum. It is set for Thursday, March
22, 2007 at 4:30pm at the Courthouse. Please mark your calendar
and watch for confirmation of the final date. This will be a
great opportunity to hear and question the two candidates for our
highest court. And to keep candidates willing to come to our
forums, we need a good turnout. Please plan to end up your
business day at the Courthouse that day. You’ll still get home
for dinner!
I hope you enjoyed the support staff luncheon.
We had a great turn out and a fun magician comedian. It sure made
me nervous when he put a member of our bar in a guillotine, while the
lawyer was on his knees, and proceeded to talk and tease. To all
of our surprise, no heads rolled. Since it was my son, Glenn
Davis, my wife was especially pleased that my role as Bar President
didn’t cause a permanent severance of any family relationships.
After the candidate forum, our next major event is
the awards luncheon on April 21st. Mark your calendar, and get
your award nominations in.
Mac Davis
President
Waukesha County Bar Association
Board Minutes and
Treasurer’s Report
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES -
Thursday, November 16, 2006; 12:00 pm
Attendance: Judge
Davis, President, Marjorie Wendt, President-Elect, Dan Habeck,
Secty/Treas., Danni Caldwell, Vicky Schroeder, Doug Swanson, Michelle
Martin, Eric Love, Past President, Melony Howard, Admin. Ass’t., John
Macy and Michael Morse, Board of Governors.
Minutes: The minutes
of the October 26th, 2006 meeting were approved with minor revisions.
Treasurer and Membership
Report: Membership and Treasurer’s report were distributed and
reviewed. As of November 16, 2006 there are 474 members and
membership dues collected total $28,545.00. These numbers are
substantially different from those previously reported, but are
correct. Dan Habeck and Melony Howard reported that the prior
numbers were incorrect based on the record keeping structure in
place. The current numbers are based on a hand count, and are
accurate. The system has been updated to ensure future
accuracy. The checking account balance was $21,926.84. The
money market balance was $15,739.69, the 12-month CD and the 24-month
CD remain the same. The Treasurer’s report and membership report
were approved.
OLD BUSINESS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
State Board of Governors:
Michael Morse and John Macy reported on recent activity, including the
next meeting scheduled for December 8, 2006. The WiStaff issue is
subject to discussion, including some potential alternatives for
payment of the $50.00 assessment.
Courthouse Security:
The metal detectors are in place and screening continues. To date
there have been no substantial delays. Eric Love has drafted a
time line and statement for publication in the next Scriptus concerning
the Board’s substantial efforts to obtain attorney bypass to date.
Scriptus/Website:
Danni Caldwell reported that the next version of the Scriptus is due
out in the coming week.
Charitable Giving and
Scholarship: Doug Swanson reported that the UW Law School will
prepare a memorandum of agreement which adopts the WCBA criteria
developed by Doug, as adopted by the Board. Following execution
of such memorandum, the program is a go. Doug will then approach
Marquette Law School concerning implementation there.
Fall Ethics Seminar:
The Fall Ethics Seminar was a resounding success. Discussion
indicates that the program should be run in substantially the same
fashion next year, with considerations to be the need for additional
space, and the inclusion of a food pantry donation. Thanks also
to Thomson/West for their sponsorship of the event.
Old Courtroom Remodeling:
No action.
Christmas/Holiday Party:
Danni Caldwell reported that the holiday party remains on track.
The date has been posted on the website and invites will be sent in the
coming days. A motion was made, seconded and approved directing
Danni to adopt a food budget of approximately $1,930.00 which
contemplates an “endless supply” of snacks.
January Judges’ Meeting: This meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2007
at the Country Inn. Judge Davis will contact the judges
concerning their attendance.
February Staff Luncheon.
The luncheon is scheduled for February 5, 2007 at the Country Inn.
Vicky Schroeder reported that the talent search is ongoing, and
Marjorie Wendt reported that the menu issues are being finalized.
Awards Committee:
Judge Davis reported that there is little current activity, but the
Committee will seek nominations for the Spring Awards in the first
edition of the Scriptus in the New Year. The Awards Committee will be
the President, Past-President and President-Elect. Judge Davis
also reported that with regard to certain State Bar awards, Bill Domina
has nominated Neal Nettesheim. A motion was made, seconded and
passed to nominate and endorse Judge Nettesheim for such award.
Judge Davis will send a letter accordingly.
Annual Meeting: The
date for the Annual Meeting will be changed from May 10 to May 3, 2007
based on a conflict with the State Bar Convention. Judge Davis
reported that LexisNexis had contacted him concerning sponsorship of
the luncheon, and the presentation of certain seminars. Eric Love
and Dan Habeck will continue to move this forward.
Guardian ad Litem Seminar:
Marjorie Wendt reported that the GAL seminar remains on track. The
location is to be determined, within the Administration Building.
Marjorie requested, and a motion was made, seconded, and passed,
authorizing her to spend up to $150.00 for coffee and donuts at such
seminar.
NEW BUSINESS
None.
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent. Next meeting: Thursday,
December 14, 2006 at noon, Room G55, Administration Building. *
Respectfully submitted,
Dan Habeck, Secretary
*(Editor’s Note) Next meeting is February 22, 2007, Room G-55 of the
County Administration Building.
From the
Clerk of Courts
Family Court News
NOTICE TO PARTIES
Wisconsin State Statute 767.61(5) requires the Court
in a Judgment granted after January 1, 2007 to state the notices set
forth in sec. 767.61(5), Wis. Stats. It is the responsibility of the
person drafting the judgment to insure that the required provisions are
in the judgment. Judgments that do not comply will be rejected.
The following is suggested language. Other language
may be used as long as there is compliance with the statute:
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Warning: Additional steps may be needed to transfer certain
interests in property in accordance with the division of property set
forth in the judgment and martial settlement agreement including such
interests as interests in real estate, interests in retirement
benefits, and contractual interests.
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Warning: The judgment does not necessarily affect the ability of
a creditor to proceed against a party or against that party’s property
even though the party is not responsible for the debt under the terms
of the judgment.
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Warning: An instrument executed by a party before the judgment
naming the other party as a beneficiary is not necessarily affected by
the judgment and it may be necessary to revise the instrument if a
change in beneficiary is desired.
Further, sec. 767.61(6), Wis. Stats. requires:
“A certified copy of the portion of the
judgment affecting title to real property or a deed consistent with the
judgment shall be recorded title in the office of the register of deeds
of the county in which the real property is located.”
Waukesha County Family Court Judges
February 15, 2007**
** This notice is available as a Word document on the WCBA website. Go
to the WCBA opening page and follow the link found on the right side of
the page.
Section News
None.
Member News
Board
member Doug Swanson delivered the 2005-06
large composite bar photo to the ceremonial courtroom (C-215 - Judge
Davis) in mid-December It was hung on the east side wall. When you
enter the courtroom, it is on the wall to the right, and you are
invited to stop in approach and examine it.
New
on the WCBA Web Site
New employment postings were added in February. Remember that members
can post ads for employees (legal or support staff) for free.
Please send the text for your ad and the date you wish the ad to begin
and end to the e-mail address, below. Lawyers looking for work in the
Waukesha market can post ads as well, and need not be members.
Comments
or questions about the Scriptus should be directed to:
Danni Caldwell, Editor
548-7432
wcba1@waukeshabar.org
Be
Good To Yourself!
