The transfer portal and NIL (name, image, and likeness) payments have recently significantly changed the landscape of college sports. The combination of the two has resulted in free agency for student athletes and hotly contested litigation in connection therewith. The National Collegiate Athletic Association created the transfer portal in 2018. Prior to its creation, student […]
Spring is the season for cleaning and organization—and it can also be a good time for businesses to revisit their document retention policies. For any combination of paper files, emails, and digital records, having a thoughtful business records management strategy can help reduce risk, control storage costs, and ensure compliance with legal requirements. As you […]
A significant development to Wisconsin’s economic and cultural policy is now underway, as Governor Tony Evers announced on February 17, 2026, the launch of the state’s new film production tax credit program and the establishment of a dedicated state film office. As part of the 2025-27 biennial budget, the state authorized up to $5 million […]
O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Christina Ruud, Cate Heerey, Nancy Wilson, and Max Stephenson were elected as shareholders of the firm. Each attorney has built a strong practice within their respective areas. Ruud advises clients on commercial real estate transactions and development matters. Heerey counsels businesses and owners on a range of corporate […]
O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Sabrina Dornan has joined the firm. Dornan focuses her practice on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and business succession matters, assisting individuals and families in developing comprehensive estate plans and guiding clients through probate administration. She is licensed to practice law in Wisconsin and Illinois. O’Neil Cannon, founded […]
Grant Killoran was recently elected to serve as the Wisconsin State Delegate to the American Bar Association. State Delegates are elected by the ABA members in a given state and maintain relationships between state and local bars and the ABA. State Delegates serve as members of the ABA’s Nominating Committee and vote to elect ABA […]
O’Neil Cannon is proud to announce that attorneys Doug Dehler, Grant Killoran, Dean Laing, Greg Lyons, Patrick McBride, Joe Newbold, Steve Slawinski, and Christa Wittenberg have been selected as Benchmark Litigation Stars in the 19th edition of Benchmark Litigation. Based on extensive research and feedback from peers and clients, Benchmark Litigation Stars are recognized as […]
O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Nathan Eckley has joined the firm as a member of its Trust, Estates and Succession Planning Practice Group. Eckley brings more than 20 years of experience advising individuals, families, and closely held businesses on estate planning, trust and probate administration, real estate, and corporate matters. His practice spans […]
We’ve made it to the last week of January and our last employer resolution: reviewing and updating the company’s employee handbook. While this may seem like the simplest resolution, it will actually require careful thought and review. A handbook is more than just a list of “dos and don’ts.” It is an employer’s first line […]
Another week, another resolution. This time, we’re addressing the AI elephant in the room. While the use cases for AI are myriad, the legal landscape is somewhat unknown and rapidly developing. But, for better or worse, employees are using AI. So, from trade secret risks to proposed legal oversight, employers need to address AI now. […]
