Robert F. Dehring Jr. at a glance
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Robert F. Dehring Jr.
Judge · Jefferson County Circuit Court
Biography
Professional career
- In summary: Judge Robert F. Dehring Jr. is a seasoned Wisconsin circuit court judge with a background in judicial administration, public service, and private legal practice, serving Jefferson County’s Branch 3 since 2017
- Branch 3 judge of the Jefferson County Circuit Court in Wisconsin, appointed by former Governor Scott Walker on April 1, 2017
- Court Commissioner — Waukesha County Circuit Court (2013–2017)
- Court Commissioner — Jefferson County Circuit Court (2010–2012)
- Assistant Corporation Counsel — Jefferson County (2009–2012)
- Contract Attorney — Racine County Department of Child Support (2006–2009)
- Private Practice — Feingold & Associates (2004–2005) and solo practice in Milwaukee County (2005–2009)
Education
- Marquette University Law School — J.D. (2003)
- B.A. in Political Science & Criminal Justice — University of Wisconsin–Madison (1994)
Additional information
- Scott Walker, effective April 1, 2017
- Appointment: By Gov.
- Dehring’s legal work included estate planning, tax, corporate contracts, and limited work in bankruptcy, probate, and criminal courts.
- Juvenile and probate matters
- Wisconsin Family Court Commissioner Association
- High School — Waukesha North High School
- Waukesha County Bar Association (various leadership roles)
- Federalist Society – Milwaukee Lawyers Chapter
- Dehring has been active with organizations such as the American Cancer Society, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Susan G. Komen Foundation, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Lake Area Free Clinic.
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
Jefferson County Circuit Court
Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.
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 ↗