Gableman Accepts Law License Suspension After Failed Probe

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman has agreed to a three-year suspension of his law license following a failed investigation into the 2020 presidential election results. The Office of Lawyer Regulation (OLR) filed a complaint against Gableman, alleging multiple violations of professional conduct, including lying and disrespecting a judge. Gableman, who was hired by Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos to lead the investigation, admitted he could not defend himself against the allegations. The investigation failed to uncover any significant fraud and cost taxpayers over $2 million. The agreement for suspension now requires approval from a referee and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Gableman was fired by Vos in 2022, and the investigation drew widespread criticism for its lack of credible findings.