News and Updates

Wisconsin Lutheran Sues City of Milwaukee for Unlawful Property Tax Assessment

WILL attorneys filed a lawsuit against the City of Milwaukee on behalf of Wisconsin Lutheran High School after the City unlawfully assessed the school for $105,000 in property taxes. The City is trying to tax Wisconsin Lutheran for a campus building that is owned by the school and used for student housing and other educational purposes. The lawsuit was filed in Milwaukee County Circuit Court.

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Interview | Wisconsin School District Issues Legal Threat to Parent Over Public Criticism

WILL President and General Counsel, Rick Esenberg, joined Steve Scaffidi on 620WTMJ to discuss the legal threat from the Oconomowoc Area School District to a concerned parent. Esenberg said that “the remedy for speech that you don’t like is more speech… not to threaten criminal prosecution.”

🗣 Listen to the full interview on Newsradio 620WTMJ with Steve Scaffidi.

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Rick Esenberg Weighs In on Implications of Dobbs Decision to Wisconsin

WILL President and General Counsel, Rick Esenberg, commented on the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Esenberg states that Wisconsin's abortion ban is in effect, "but this is America so there will be litigation."

⚖️ WILL Deputy Counsel, Dan Lennington, wrote in January how a decision overturning Roe v. Wade would likely play out in Wisconsin.

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WILL is Hiring!

WILL is looking for an attorney with 0-4 years of experience to bring cutting-edge, strategic litigation before the Wisconsin state courts, analyze legislation and engage in policy analysis, and help advocate for freedom. Recent law school graduates are welcome to apply.

Salary is competitive with an exceptionally attractive benefits package, including health, life, dental, HSA and 401(k) plan.

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