Michael P. Maxwell at a glance
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- Judge
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Michael P. Maxwell
Judge · Waukesha County Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- Judge Michael P. Maxwell was first elected to the Waukesha County Circuit Court in 2015 and re-elected in 2021 to serve as the presiding judge for Branch 8
Education
- Both a J.D. and an MBA from Marquette University, equipping him with a strong foundation in law and business.
Additional information
- Maxwell is a veteran of the U.S. Army and Army National Guard, serving from 1987 to 1991.
- Overall, Judge Michael P. Maxwell combines legal expertise, military experience, and community involvement, making him a prominent figure in Wisconsin’s judicial system.
- Judge Maxwell has also contributed to legal literature, including works on consumer bankruptcy and worker’s compensation subrogation, reflecting his expertise in complex legal areas.
- Before his judgeship, Maxwell owned his own law firm, practicing in bankruptcy, civil litigation, and consumer law, and held the role of a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy trustee for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.
- Beyond his military service, he has contributed to his community as a town supervisor for the Town of Brookfield, a board director and chairman of Landmark Credit Union, and a member of the State Public Defender Board.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Camera Notice
Statewide
Wisconsin SCR 61 asks media to give the trial judge advance notice before bringing cameras or recording equipment into the courtroom.
the trial judge shall be given notice, at least 3 days in advanceWisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗
Courtroom Equipment Control
Statewide
Wisconsin SCR 61 leaves courtroom equipment placement, lighting, and use subject to trial-judge control.
Only equipment approved by the trial judge in advance of the court proceeding may be usedWisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗
Remote appearances
Statewide
Wisconsin's court system instructs parties that courts will notify them when a hearing is remote and provide joining instructions.
The court will send you instructions on how to join your remote hearing by video or by phone.Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗
Statewide
Wisconsin remote-hearing guidance tells participants to contact the clerk promptly if they lack reliable internet or phone access.
Contact the clerk of circuit court as soon as possible.Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings
Waukesha County Circuit Court
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Official source ↗ · Collected 2026-07-26Sources
Identity source checked August 22, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Wisconsin Court System official judicial roster
Identity source · HTML · Source checked August 22, 2026
View Wisconsin Court System official judicial roster ↗Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings
Statewide source · HTML · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Wisconsin SCR Chapter 61: Electronic Media and Still Photography Coverage of Judicial Proceedings ↗Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources
Statewide source · HTML · Source checked July 26, 2026
View Wisconsin Court System: Zoom hearing resources ↗