Decisions in the most contentious cases—those with one-vote margins—reveal much about a supreme court’s term. The number of cases, the issues involved, and the justices most often in majorities all attract attention. Numerous SCOWstats posts have explored aspects of these decisions, but never over an entire century. Today we do so, and the results are dramatic indeed.[Continue Reading…]
Law Firm Fantasy League
June 6, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This week’s decision in Koble Investments v. Elicia Marquardt delivered points to the three teams shown below, moving them closer in the standings to the first-place Gavels.
The Waivers: Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren (2 points for an amicus brief and oral argument).
The Writs: Legal Action of Wisconsin (1 point for an amicus brief).
The Affirmed: Axley Brynelson (2 points for two amicus briefs).
Law Firm Fantasy League
May 30, 2026 by Leave a Comment
No decisions were filed this week--hence, no change in the standings. … [Continue reading]
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May 22, 2026 by Leave a Comment
For their brief and oral argument in Sheboygan County v. N. A. L., the Gavels of the State Public Defender’s Office gained five points—strengthening their position atop the standings. … [Continue reading]
Wisconsin Supreme Court Statistics, 1916-17
May 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
These tables are derived from information contained in 253 Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions that were turned up in a Nexis Uni search for decisions filed between September 1, 1916, and August 31, 1917. The total of 253 decisions does not include … [Continue reading]
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May 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
No decisions were filed this week--hence, no change in the standings. … [Continue reading]
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May 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment
No decisions were filed this week--hence, no change in the standings. … [Continue reading]
Follow-up on PFR Delays
May 7, 2026 by 1 Comment
In the aftermath of this week’s post “Are Petitions for Review Taking Longer to Decide?” I’ve been struck by the frustration conveyed privately by attorneys over the handling of petitions for review. Along with their concern over delays in granting … [Continue reading]
Are Petitions for Review Taking Longer to Decide?
May 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Today’s topic arrived from a reader who practices regularly at the supreme court (and prefers to remain anonymous). The question—said to be widespread among seasoned appellate attorneys—stems from their impression that the court is taking an … [Continue reading]
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May 2, 2026 by Leave a Comment
No decisions were filed this week--hence, no change in the standings. … [Continue reading]
