Wisconsin Association for Justice

WAJ members receive several benefits, including:

• access to WAJ's Madison meeting room, Discussion Forums, and association listservers
• reduced registration fees to WAJ’s quarterly seminars
• access to the WAJ website, including a self-reporting verdicts & settlements database
• access to The Verdict, a quarterly update on civil practice in Wisconsin containing legislative alerts, CLE information, updates on significant legislation and Wisconsin case law, and more
• access to a network of WAJ colleagues
• a free one-year subscription to TrialSmith, the nation’s largest on-line deposition bank for plaintiff lawyers

The Wisconsin Association for Justice (WAJ) comprises several committees dedicated to advancing its mission of promoting a fair and effective justice system. Key committees include:

• Amicus Curiae Brief Committee: This committee reviews appellate issues of interest to WAJ members and files amicus curiae briefs in significant cases, advocating for the rights of Wisconsin citizens and the trial bar profession.

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• Diversity Committee: Focused on enhancing diversity within WAJ's membership and leadership, this committee seeks to improve participation from underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, and attorneys from various regions of the state.

• Employment/Civil Rights Committee: Comprising lawyers specializing in employment law and civil rights, this committee emphasizes education by writing articles, speaking at seminars, and collaborating with like-minded organizations to promote justice for those harmed in the workplace or by government abuse.

• Jury Instruction Committee: This committee provides a network to discuss and modify civil jury instructions, serving as an informational resource for WAJ members regarding civil jury instructions.

• Justice Fund Board of Trustees: Responsible for soliciting, managing, and disbursing political contributions, this committee supports candidates who advocate for WAJ's mission and the protection of civil justice in Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Association for Justice (WAJ) offers membership with the following benefits:

• Attorney Membership: Open to licensed attorneys who primarily represent plaintiffs in civil cases. Benefits include access to WAJ’s Madison meeting space, reduced CLE registration fees, networking opportunities through forums and listservs, a verdicts and settlements database, The Verdict quarterly publication, and TrialSmith, the nation’s largest deposition bank for plaintiff lawyers.
• Paralegal/Legal Assistant Membership: Available to paralegals and legal assistants employed by WAJ member attorneys, providing access to networking and training opportunities.
• Law Student Membership: Free membership during law school and the first six months after bar admission, including access to training seminars, mentoring programs, and networking opportunities with practicing trial attorneys.
• Application Process: Membership applications are submitted online and reviewed to ensure alignment with WAJ’s mission of supporting plaintiff advocacy and access to justice.