Boardman Clark Ranked Top Tier in 2023 Edition of U.S. News Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”

Boardman Clark was recently regionally ranked top tier in 18 practice areas in the 2023 edition of the Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” report.

The Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys in their field, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process. For more information on Best Lawyers, please visit bestlawyers.com.

Metropolitan Tier 1 – Madison

• Appellate Practice
• Commercial Litigation
• Education Law
• Employment Law – Management
• Family Law
• Insurance Law
• Labor Law – Management
• Land Use & Zoning Law
• Litigation – Banking & Finance
• Litigation – Labor & Employment
• Litigation – Real Estate
• Litigation – Trusts & Estates
• Municipal Law
• Patent Law
• Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
• Product Liability Litigation – Defendants
• Real Estate Law
• Trusts & Estates Law

Wisconsin Union Theater: American Patchwork Quartet Will Sew Musical Quilt of Cultures During Nov. 17 Performance in Madison

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 4, 2022

Contact Information:
Shauna Breneman, Communications Director
Email: sbreneman@wisc.edu
Phone: (608) 262-8862

DOWNLOAD PHOTO: https://uwmadison.box.com/s/5bwy85xsy06w08u7gp32wj7lnau3keyu, photo courtesy of American Patchwork Quartet

READ RELEASE ONLINE: union.wisc.edu/about/news/american-patchwork-quartet

AMERICAN PATCHWORK QUARTET WILL SEW MUSICAL QUILT OF CULTURES DURING NOV. 17 PERFORMANCE IN MADISON

MADISON – The American Patchwork Quartet sews together echoes of traditional folk music dating back to Colonial America with the contemporary voices of its members’ ancestral roots to create a multicultural, folk music tapestry. The Quartet makes its Wisconsin debut on Nov. 17 at the Wisconsin Union Theater’s Play Circle Theater at 7:30 p.m. CDT.

            Guests can purchase tickets to attend virtually or in person by phone at (608) 265-2787, online or in person at the Memorial Union Box Office. The Wisconsin Union Theater offers ticket discounts to Wisconsin Union members, guests under the age of 18, and University of Wisconsin–Madison students, staff and faculty.         

Each in-person performance ticket includes a drink ticket to the brand-new, temporary Play Circle Pop-Up Bar from 6:30-7:45 p.m., which includes selections of alcohol and non-alcohol beverages.

The Quartet has said that it’s on a mission to reclaim the immigrant soul of American roots music. Leading in this mission are GRAMMY-winning vocalist and Indian American Falu Shah; GRAMMY-winning guitarist, vocalist and South Carolina-born Clay Ross; three-time GRAMMY-winning drummer and Detroit native Clarence Penn; and Jazz Life Album of the Year winner and Tokyo-born bassist Yasushi Nakamura. Joining the quartet for this performance will be composer, producer and violinist Harini “Rini” Raghavan, who blends Indian classical and folk music with electronica and rock.

In American Patchwork Quartet, these musicians bring together their many musical influences, education and experiences, aiming to shine a light on what they call the immigrant soul of American root music and to combat prejudice against race and immigration. Part of that effort, they say, means helping audience members acknowledge people’s commonalities and differences to strengthen America’s patchwork.

“The American Patchwork Quartet is exquisite in its musical interpretation and its blending of new and old folk music traditions,” Wisconsin Union Theater Director Elizabeth Snodgrass said. “Each member is an extraordinary, talented musician in their own right, and the combination of their unique talents and styles makes for an innovative sound within the roots music genre.”

The Wisconsin Union Theater 2022-23 season also includes performances by Sō Percussion with Caroline Shaw on Nov. 5; Geneva Lewis with Evren Ozel on Jan. 27, 2023; PILOBOLUS Big Five-OH! on Feb. 1, 2023; Imani Winds on Feb. 5, 2023; Cécile McLorin Salvant on Feb. 7, 2023; Samara Joy on Feb. 16, 2023; Immanuel Wilkins on March 25, 2023; Anthony McGill with the UW–Madison Symphony Orchestra on April 4, 2023; and the Danish String Quartet on April 18, 2023.

The Wisconsin Union’s Wisconsin Union Theater proudly co-presents its season with the UW–Madison student-led Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Performing Arts Committee. Purchases to Wisconsin Union Theater performances support WUD student leadership opportunities and the Wisconsin Union’s vision to serve as the social heart of UW–Madison, where all belong.

Patrons can click here to learn more about the Nov. 17 American Patchwork Quartet event.

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About the Wisconsin Union Theater

For more than 80 years, the Wisconsin Union Theater has served as a center for cultural activity in the heart of the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The Theater hosts performances in multiple locations, including Memorial Union, and has an extensive history of remarkable performances. The Wisconsin Union Theater is committed to social justice and works to create an equitable, diverse, and inclusive place for all who engage with the Theater’s programming, events, and activities. The Wisconsin Union Theater is part of the Wisconsin Union, a membership organization that blends study and leisure to create unique out-of-classroom opportunities. Learn more: union.wisc.edu/wisconsin-union-theater.

About the Wisconsin Union Directorate Performing Arts Committee

The Wisconsin Union Directorate Performing Arts Committee is part of the Wisconsin Union’s leadership development program for UW–Madison students and supports the Wisconsin Union Theater’s mission of serving students through the performing arts. By helping to program the Theater’s annual season of performing arts presentations, the students learn about program curation, relationship-building, marketing, communications, budgeting, and production. Learn more: union.wisc.edu/get-involved/wud/performing-arts.

Holiday Season at Colectivo

The holidays have hit at Colectivo! Enjoy the holiday menu, which features the beloved Peppermint Fluff Latte (made with homemade dairy-free Peppermint fluff) and Ginger Snap-puccino, a new drink that radiates nostalgia and holiday cheer with cozy flavors of molasses, ginger, cinnamon and cloves.  Plus new indulgent menu items like a Sunshine Maple Sausage Sandwich and a Smoked Prosciutto and Swiss Croissant.  

New this year, all Colectivo Cafes will have North Pole mailboxes for local children, adults young at heart, and pet owners to come drop off a letter that needs to get to the big guy himself. Located inside the cafe, a darling pint-size North Pole mailbox (along with paper and crayons) is ready to collect your letters. All kids will get a FREE hot chocolate (or a pup cup for dogs!) with purchase when dropping off a letter. 

Plus, get them a gift they will love!  Check out Colectivo’s holiday gift guide here or see corporate gifting options here.

See Colectivo locations here.

DeWitt LLP’s “Best Law Firm” Rankings (2023 Edition) by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Announced

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Michelle M. Friedman         
mmf@dewittllp.com | 262-754-2877

DeWitt LLP’s “Best Law Firm” Rankings (2023 Edition) by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® Announced

GREEN BAY | MADISON | MILWAUKEE | MINNEAPOLIS – Today DeWitt LLP announced it was ranked as a Tier 1 law firm in 17 areas of the law, a Tier 2 firm in seven areas of the law, and a Tier 3 law firm in seven additional areas of the law. The rankings by the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys, and review of additional information provided by law firms as part of the formal submission process.

The categories DeWitt was recognized in range from Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, and Employee Benefits to Labor law and Family law. The complete list of Tier rankings includes the following practice areas by metropolitan office locations:

• Metropolitan Tier 1
  • Madison
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Corporate Law
    • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
    • Employment Law – Management
    • Environmental Law
    • Family Law
    • Government Relations Practice
    • Labor Law – Management
    • Land Use & Zoning Law
    • Litigation – Patent
    • Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs
    • Real Estate Law
    • Tax Law
    • Trademark Law
    • Trusts & Estates Law
  • Milwaukee
    • Litigation – Real Estate
  • Minneapolis
    • Family Law

• Metropolitan Tier 2
  • Madison
    • Copyright Law
    • Litigation – Intellectual Property
    • Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
  • Milwaukee
    • Commercial Litigation
    • Construction Law
    • Corporate Law
  • Minneapolis
    • Real Estate Law

• Metropolitan Tier 3
  • Madison
    • Construction Law
    • Municipal Law
    • Patent Law
  • Milwaukee
    • Litigation – Tax
    • Tax Law
  • Minneapolis
    • Litigation – Patent
    • Patent Law

About DeWitt
DeWitt LLP was founded in 1903 and is one of the 10 largest law firms based in Wisconsin, with an additional presence in Minnesota. It has more than 130 attorneys practicing in Green Bay, Madison and Greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, and has the experience to service clients of all scopes and sizes. The firm is known for its work in a variety of legal areas including background screening, business law, employee stock ownership plans, employee benefits, intellectual property, patents, trademarks and copyright law, construction litigation, employment relations, environmental, estate planning, family business, family law, government relations, litigation, real estate, tax law, and more. Additional information is available at dewittllp.com.

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Award Winning Journalist and Anchor Joins Creative Company

FMI: Laura Gallagher
608.442.6336
laura@thecreativecompany.com

Award Winning Journalist and Anchor Joins Creative Company

MADISON, Wis. (Nov. 3, 2022) — The Creative Company is thrilled to welcome Cassandra Bretl, an award-winning journalist, to our team. Cassandra will support public relations services at The Creative Company as a Public Relations Media Specialist.

For the last three years, Cassandra has appeared in the homes of thousands of people as an on-air anchor and multi-media journalist at 13 WREX-TV in Rockford, Illinois. Cassandra’s efforts helped bring home a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award for coverage of racial injustice protests and a 2022 Upper Midwest Emmy nomination for coverage of a local chemical plant fire. 

Her delivery of thorough and accurate information has given her trusted credibility that she will use at The Creative Company to move clients forward in their goals. 

“We’re excited to have Cassandra join our team. Her experience as a journalist and storyteller shows she knows how to create award-winning and impactful work. She will continue that work here in partnership with our clients, expanding their reach through public relations and communications,” President of The Creative Company, Laura Gallagher, said.

Cassandra holds her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Journalism, Advertising and Media Studies. She also has a certificate in Digital Arts and Culture and is proficient in American Sign Language. 

About The Creative Company, Inc.

The Creative Company is a leading PR and Digital Agency that represents top nonprofits, businesses, and cooperatives helping them evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. The Creative Company is certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise by the State of Wisconsin and the 2022 Dane County Small Business of the Year Winner. Visit thecreativecompany.com for more information.