As February is closing down, I realize that I have been using my new office space for nearly three months now and I still haven’t shared photos! I teased my followers with a post back in November 2019 showing the pre-construction/remodeled space. Better late than never? Let me introduce you to the new Kirk Law …
Category Archives: Random Ramblings…
When the Hard Work Pays Off.
Six years ago I opened Kirk Law Office not knowing if I’d be able to pay the rent in 60 days. This journey has been both demanding and rewarding. In the next couple weeks I am taking another scary step and moving my office to a new location that better reflects who I am as …
WI Liquor Law Changes Just in time for the Fourth of July!
Yesterday, Govenor Tony Evers signed legislation that grants the public UNLIMITED access to off-sale liquor. Prior law limited sales by Class B (off-sale) to a maximum of four liters per transaction. This is the new law: 2019 WISCONSIN ACT 6 An Act to amend 125.51 (3) (b) of the statutes; relating to: retail sales of …
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4th Of July Fireworks Law Reminder
With the Fourth just a few days away, here is some guidance from the Wisconsin Department of Justice on fireworks rules and regulations. fireworks-advisory-2014 A few highlights: “State law allows the sale, possession and use, without a permit, of sparklers not exceeding 36 inches in length, stationary cones and fountains, toy snakes, smoke bombs, caps, …
Supreme Court Rules on Mandatory Reporter Testimony
It is common sense that the relationship between a student and his teacher is very different from that between a citizen and the police. – U.S. Supreme Court, Ohio v. Clark, No. 13–1352 (U.S. Jun. 18, 2015) In October 2014 I wrote about the case of Ohio v. Clark. On June 18, 2015 the Supreme …
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New Resources Available for FREE!!
In order to help clients and non-clients understand what to do after someone dies, I’ve created two resources that are available for FREE! The first is a checklist for practical steps that should be taken after someone dies: After Death – A Checklist The second is a brief description of Probate and the Probate process: …
Buying or Selling A Home? Here are a few tips.
In the past few months I’ve received many calls from people who are either trying to buy or sell a home and have general questions about the process. Many people opt to use a realtor who can help you through the paperwork process. Others choose to try it on their own, venturing into the world …
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Non-Compete Agreements Get a Boost From the WI Supreme Court
On April 30, 2015 the Wisconsin Supreme Court issued a decision that finally clarifies the enforceability of a non-compete agreement signed by an existing employee. It has long been settled that new employees can be required to sign non-compete agreements because the employee is receiving employment in exchange for the promise not to compete during …
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May 1 is Law Day. Learn About the Magna Carta! (It’s 800 yrs old!)
May 1 of each year is designated by the American Bar Association as Law Day. This year Law Day activities and opportunities have a focus on the Magna Carta. Bonus points to you if you can tell me what year it was written. If you’d like to learn more about the Magna Carta, or need …
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Generational Differences Impacting Workplace Design.
On May 8, 2015 I will be presenting at the Wisconsin Bar Leaders Conference. My session topic is “Titanium Hips with Smart Phone Holsters – The Ethical Implications of Generational Differences. ” The session explores an area that interests me a LOT – generational differences. In the past few years I have become addicted to …
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