Come Be Rural: Attorney Perspectives from Rural Wisconsin
At the request of the State Bar of Wisconsin, the CPC is sharing the following opportunity to join a virtual conversation to learn about rural practice in Wisconsin. The CPC invites interested students to gather in room 263 where we will stream the event on the large screen and provide lunch. If you plan to join the CPC for a group viewing, please register here.
Embrace the notion of moving outside of the big city and breathe in the fresh air. Join the State Bar and rural attorneys for conversations about what it takes and what it is like to be a rural Wisconsin lawyer.
Get a firsthand look at what it’s really like to practice law outside of urban areas. Attorneys practicing in rural communities will discuss their career paths, day‑to‑day responsibilities, and the wide range of legal issues they handle—from criminal and family law to estate planning and local government work. Panelists will also explore professional opportunities, lifestyle considerations, and challenges unique to rural practice, including client access and community impact. This session is ideal for students curious about meaningful, hands‑on legal work and exploring practice options beyond Wisconsin’s larger cities.
Attorney Panel:
- Deanne Koll, Bakke Norman, New Richmond – Moderator
- Alicia Linzmeier, Cohen Law Offices, Eau Claire
- Karina O’Brien, Kostner, Koslo & Brovold, Arcadia
- Jon Seifert, Seifert & Schultz SC, Durand
Please bring your own questions!
Monday, February 23, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86869151954?pwd=RqbUpamqbkvD9ZdDuUtVahNrXzfEI8.1
Meeting ID: 868 6915 1954
Passcode: 116530
If you have questions about the Zoom link, please contact Kim Burns at kburns@wisbar.org.
Contact: Career Planning Center