In March of 2023, Law Forward filed an omnibus grievance with the Office of Lawyer Regulation (OLR) against former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman regarding his conduct after the 2020 election in Wisconsin. Our grievance (and its extensive companion appendix) showed that Gableman acted lawlessly with complete indifference to Wisconsin election law, procedural norms, and ethical obligations. He broke more rules than he followed.

Our grievance prompted an investigation by OLR. At the conclusion of the investigation, OLR decided this grievance merited a formal complaint to the Wisconsin Supreme Court seeking discipline against Gableman.

March 2, 2023

Law Forward files grievance with OLR against Gableman.

November 19, 2024

OLR files complaint against Gableman.

December 16, 2024

Gableman responds to OLR’s complaint. 

June 9, 2025

Hearing scheduled.

What happens next?

In light of Gableman’s response, OLR will present evidence to prove its allegations. This process will unfold before the Special Master James Winiarski, who was appointed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. At the end of the evidentiary process, the Special Master will submit a report and recommendation to the Court. 

As this disciplinary process unfolds, we will continue updating this page with documents and information.