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Unsung Heroes make important contributions
by Ann Richmond on November 11, 2007 14:16 CST
For the second year in a row, we’re delighted to honor all of the amazing people who work hard behind the scenes and contribute immensely to the operation of our courts and law firms throughout the state.Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Paralegal
on November 11, 2007 14:12 CST
Paralegal Ginny Janssen Paralegal, McCarty Law Firm LLP “I have worked with Ginny for over 23 years in many various aspects of real estate law.... Her knowledge has never ceased to amaze me and many times I felt she could be an attorney herself!... She has always been very prompt in answering even difficult questions... she always makes herself available to serve whatever the need is. Ginny has worked for McCarty for 39 years.... If there was ever a person that deserves this award, Ginny...Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Lifetime Achievement
on November 11, 2007 14:07 CST
Lifetime Achievement Margaret Burdette Legal Assistant, Brennan, Steil & Basting, S.C. “It would be difficult to find anyone with a better work ethic, or professional standards with absolute respect and confidentiality. ... She has always presented a professional appearance, and if a new staff member did not do likewise initially, she would observe the appearance of Ms. Burdette and act accordingly. ... She has the utmost respect of clients.Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Legal Secretary
on November 11, 2007 14:03 CST
Legal Secretary Becky McClure Legal Secretary, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. “Becky is incredibly warm and committed to her job. She has excellent skills as an assistant and keeps the practices of her attorneys humming along beautifully. She is a real asset to the firm,” writes Laura F. Straus, Associate, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. “Becky provides consistent excellent service in scheduling meetings. Her response time is great — even when very busy. She is a...Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Law Library Staff
on November 11, 2007 13:56 CST
Law Library Staff Bev ButulaAssistant Director of Library Services, Davis & Kuelthau, s.c. “Beverly is one of the best librarians I have every worked with in any library setting. She has a wonderful attitude, excels at training people in using print and online resources, generously volunteers for any project, and gives 100 percent of her skills to every member of the firm.… Beverly is also a leader in the law library field.… She has spoken at several library-related conferences and has published a number of important and helpful articles in the Wisconsin Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal and the WALA Class Action,” writes Kellee L. Selden-Huston, Director of Library Services, Davis & Kuelthau, s.c.
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Unsung Heroes - Law Firm Marketing
on November 11, 2007 13:52 CST
Law Firm Marketing Susan Steberl Client Development Manager, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP “Sue’s dedication and commitment to the firm have led to higher levels of responsibility and new challenges as she is relied upon to manage the marketing and business development efforts of 250 attorneys. Her motto is ‘I will do whatever it takes to get the job done.’ Sue takes great pride in her work and has managed to successfully balance a demanding career with family life....Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Law Firm Administrator
on November 11, 2007 13:47 CST
Law Firm Administrator Tom N. Landgraf Director of Administration and Operations - Milwaukee Office, Foley & Lardner LLP “With nearly 750 personnel, Tom’s assignment present him with many interesting and challenging aspects of running a large law office, including financial and budgetary reporting, administrative support, human resources, office services, billings and collections, technology, procurement and facilities, library services and records management.... In 2002 the...Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Information Technology
on November 11, 2007 13:42 CST
Information Technology Suzanne E. Arbet Information Technology Manager, DeWitt Ross & Stevens S.C. “Suzanne’s talents and character make her literally invaluable to the entire law firm. She is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable in her field. She has an unusual ability to translate ‘techno-speak’ into plain English. She is unflappable. Suzanne helps everyone — from the ‘old school lawyer’ who knows little about computers, to the savvy law student — use our computer systems to that person’s highest and best use. Suzanne’s flexibility, her sense of humor, and her genuine affection for the people with whom she works makes her one of DeWitt Ross & Stevens’ most valuable members,” writes Nancy C. Wettersten, Shareholder, DeWitt Ross & Stevens, S.C.Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Human Resources
on November 11, 2007 13:38 CST
Human Resources Joyce M. Nordman Recruitment Coordinator, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP “For the past 42 years, Joyce has been a tireless contributor to the firm in a variety of positions. Currently as one of the two Milwaukee-based Recruitment Coordinators, she works with our Associate Hiring and Compensation Committees to recruit the best and brightest candidates. Joyce is a very thoughtful, resourceful and respected member of the support staff, and has been for four remarkable...Click for more
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Unsung Heroes - Court Staff
on November 11, 2007 13:26 CST
Court Staff Gregg Moore 10th Judicial District Court Administrator, Wisconsin Supreme Court “I have worked with Gregg Moore for approximately 20 years. He is absolutely indispensable ... he is one of the finest human beings that I have every met. His knowledge of the courts’ technical support system is unmatched. He is known statewide (and nationally, for that matter) for his ability to teach all levels of court personnel regarding their tech responsibilities He has great ability...Click for more
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Law Journal recognizes Unsung Heroes
on November 20, 2007 08:11 CST
For the second year in a row, the Wisconsin Law Journal celebrated the efforts of law firm and court support staff during its Unsung Heroes awards luncheon. The newspaper recognized the contributions of 61 honorees from law firms and courts across the state. Each honoree received a certificate identifying them as an Unsung Hero of Wisconsin’s legal community. The event was held at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee where honorees were recognized in eight categories – court staff, human resources, information technology, law firm administrators, law firm marketing, law library staff, legal secretaries, and paralegals. Awards were giving to one individual in each category and one person received an award for lifetime achievement. Representatives of several professional organizations helped Law Journal staff select award winners from the collection of nominees.Click for more
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