Wisconsin legal education
Law schools, bar exam, CLE, and legal education in Wisconsin.
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Law Schools
ABA-accredited JD programs in Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Law School
Madison, Wisconsin — Top-ranked public law school — known for the law-in-action philosophy and strengths in IP, criminal law, and health law.
Marquette University Law School
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — Wisconsin's only private law school — located in downtown Milwaukee near state and federal courts with strengths in sports law and public service.
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Paralegal Programs
Accredited paralegal education and certificate programs
Milwaukee Area Technical College — Paralegal Program
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved AAS degree in Paralegal Studies — the longest-running ABA-approved program in Wisconsin.
Madison Area Technical College — Paralegal Program
Madison, Wisconsin — ABA-Approved — ABA-approved AAS degree and technical diploma — flexible scheduling with evening and online options.
Wisconsin Paralegal Association
Statewide professional organization for paralegals — networking, CLE opportunities, and career resources.
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Court Reporter & Captioning Programs
Stenography, digital reporting, and real-time captioning training
Gateway Technical College — Court Reporting Program
Kenosha, Wisconsin — NCRA-approved court reporting program in southeastern Wisconsin — AAS degree with real-time reporting training.
Wisconsin Court Reporters Association (WCRA)
Professional association for Wisconsin court reporters — advocacy, networking, and continuing education.
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Mediator & ADR Certification
Alternative dispute resolution training and qualified neutral roster
Wisconsin Association of Mediators (WAM)
Statewide organization promoting mediation — maintains a directory of mediators and provides training and professional development.
Marquette University Law School — Dispute Resolution Program
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — Graduate certificate in dispute resolution — advanced training in mediation, arbitration, and negotiation.
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Legal Nurse Consulting
Certification programs for RNs providing litigation support
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Notary Public Certification
How to become a notary public in Wisconsin
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Bar Admission & Exam
Pathways to becoming a licensed attorney in Wisconsin
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Continuing Legal Education (CLE)
Requirements for licensed Wisconsin attorneys
Board of Bar Examiners — CLE
Official CLE body — attorneys must complete 30 credits every two years, including 3 ethics credits. Reporting period ends June 30 of even years.
State Bar of Wisconsin — PINNACLE CLE
Wisconsin's premier CLE provider — seminars, webcasts, and on-demand programs across all practice areas.
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Legal Secretary & Legal Assistant Programs
Certificate and degree programs for legal support professionals
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