Michael Gableman’s Law License Suspended for Three Years in Ethics Violation Deal
Michael Gableman, a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice, has agreed to a three-year suspension of his law license as part of a deal to resolve ethics violations related to his investigation into the 2020 election. The agreement, which was reached with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation, comes after Gableman was accused of spreading conspiracy theories and misusing public funds during his tenure as special counsel investigating election fraud.
Gableman's investigation, commissioned by former Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, aimed to uncover evidence of widespread election fraud but instead drew criticism for its lack of credible findings and its reliance on discredited theories. The suspension of Gableman's law license marks a significant consequence for his actions, reflecting the seriousness with which the legal community views his conduct.
The deal also stipulates that Gableman must pay $1,000 to the Wisconsin Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection and complete an ethics course before he can seek reinstatement of his license. This case underscores the ongoing tensions surrounding election integrity and the legal repercussions for those who promote unfounded claims.
