- Divorce
- Child Support
- Paternity
- Premarital Agreement
- Spousal SupportAssisted numerous divorce clients in arranging a buyout of spousal support obligations, thereby allowing those clients to make future employment-related decisions based on their own needs and wants, and not their financial obligations to their former spouse.
- Legal Separation
- Annulment
- Criminal DefenseBeing investigated for or accused of a crime can be an overwhelming experience. Our criminal defense practice group has handled thousands of criminal cases of every variety. We especially pride ourselves on our record of success in jury trials, but, no matter what stage your case is in, we have the expertise and experience to protect your reputation and freedom.
- DUI/DWISarah frequently handles charges of drunk driving, sexual assault, substantial battery, theft from employer, delivery of a controlled substance, and all types of criminal and traffic offenses.
- Traffic Violations
- Sex CrimesSuccessfully wrote and argued a postconviction motion resulting in a jury trial verdict of “guilty” being vacated and the case dismissed with prejudice where the prosecution had failed to preserve exculpatory evidence in a sexual assault case.
- Theft
- Drug Crimes
- Assault
- Homicide
- Restraining OrderAnthony practices defense against criminal prosecution and appeal of criminal convictions. He defends against and prosecutes petitions for restraining orders and injunctions, appeals denials, and revocations of Concealed Carry Permits, and he has sought federal habeas relief for clients convicted in State courts. He is admitted to practice in all Wisconsin courts, the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and the federal Western District of Wisconsin.
- Hit and Run
- Corporate LawJoe specializes in complicated transactions, and for that reason he is known as one of Madison’s top real estate and business attorneys. He is AV® Preeminent™ rated by Martindale-Hubbell®, which is a top rating awarded by Joe’s peers. Joe is consistently listed as a top real estate and corporate law attorney in
- Mergers and AcquisitionsDale is recognized as one of Dane County’s preeminent litigators of complex business, construction, and commercial disputes. He represents business clients in all aspects of litigation and alternative dispute resolution. He has extensive experience in disputes involving contracts, construction, dealerships, product manufacture and distribution, shareholder disagreements, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, technology, and property taxation, among others.
- Business FormationJohn relies on his extensive litigation background to assist clients with corporate, business, and real estate matters, helping clients take proactive steps to minimize their potential liability and avoid the need for future litigation. John is experienced in all aspects of business law, including business formation, contract drafting and negotiation, buying and selling businesses and business assets, and commercial leasing and development.
- Business DisputesDale’s business law background, including his knowledge of accounting, tax, and financing principles, has proven to be of significant advantage in litigating business disputes from start to successful completion.
- Business Transactions
- Limited Liability CompaniesIn April 2022, Wisconsin adopted the Wisconsin Uniform Limited Liability Company Law (the “New LLC Law”), that will become effective January 1, 2023 and will replace the old LLC law (the “Old LLC Law”). The New LLC Law modifies how limited liability companies (LLCs)... read more
- Construction Contracts
- Intellectual Property
- Employment Contract
- Employment LitigationSeverance agreements were typically viewed as a way to limit the risk of post-employment claims. While employers are still free to utilize such agreements, they must be very mindful of the current view of the NLRB. Failing to do so could actually create a claim where one did not exist before.
- Non-compete AgreementSpeaker at various seminars, trade association events, and other forums including WLWCA Convention, Dane County Bar Association Seminar, and PIA Wisconsin Annual Convention (topics have included Health Care Reform, Tax and Legal Implications of Health Care Reform, Collection Strategies, Foreclosures and Related Legal Issues, Independent Contractors, and Non-Compete Agreements)
- Severance AgreementEmployers of all sizes have long used severance agreements with departing employees, and it is not uncommon for those severance agreements to include provisions on non-disclosure or non-disparagement. However, under the current view of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), those provisions may violate the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
- Real Estate LitigationRon is a retired member of Stroud, Willink & Howard after a long and successful career practicing in business, construction, and real estate law.
- Construction LitigationSuccessfully represented the general contractor in a $60 million construction dispute that resulted in an eight figure award at the conclusion of a seven-week long arbitration hearing.
- Real Estate TransactionsOur real estate attorneys sweat the small stuff. It is this attention to detail together with our extensive experience that allows us to ensure the real estate transactions we work on get done right and get to closing. There are a lot of moving parts and a lot of professionals involved even in the smallest real estate transaction. We bring our talents and tenacity to all of the transactions we work on, from residential home closings to complex commercial transactions to like-kind exchanges. When you work with one of our real estate attorneys, you can rest assured that we are looking after the details.
- Eminent Domain
- Land Use and ZoningOur attorneys have extensive experience in representing secured and unsecured creditors and lenders in a variety of financial transactions from loan origination to workouts of problem loans and repossession of collateral. We assist our lender clients in negotiating and preparing loan documents, letters of credit, and other financing arrangements, reviewing appropriate due diligence materials, and negotiating asset-based and other sources of lender security. In the context of problem loans, our services are as flexible as loan relationships are varied – we assist lenders in complex foreclosures and replevin actions, negotiations with debtors, deed-in-lieu transactions, forbearance agreements, representation in bankruptcies, and all other types of loan workouts. With respect to owned real estate, we work extensively with lenders and creditors in negotiating purchase contracts, resolving title issues, environmental matters, land use issues, and other property ownership and sale issues, and assisting and advising lenders with respect to the sale and closing process.
- Property DamageMonica also represents individuals and businesses in commercial and business litigation disputes, including construction defects and property damage claims, contract and lease disputes, and general civil litigation matters. She helps her clients develop strategies to minimize their present and future exposure and understand potential outcomes. Monica has represented clients in dispositive motion proceedings, mediations, and in court, and strongly advocates for her client’s best interests at every stage of the dispute.
- Condominium Law
- Removal Defense
- Estate PlanningOur firm understands that family law matters are personal, and that helping a client through a divorce, placement dispute, pre-nuptial agreement, or paternity matter is about more than just providing excellent legal services. It’s about providing those services with compassion. We pride ourselves on helping families in transition through whatever process is appropriate for them, including mediation, negotiation, cooperation, Collaborative Law, and traditional litigation. In addition, the firm’s extensive experience in business, tax, real estate, and estate planning ensures that we are looking out for you from every angle.
- WillsOur attorneys have long been known to provide exceptional counsel for our estate planning clients. We have handled virtually every aspect of estate planning, including wills, trusts, life insurance, and business succession planning. On the probate side, our firm has represented thousands of probate estates, both small and very large. We also have represented heirs and other interested parties involved in will contests and probate disputes.
- TrustsCarolyn’s estate planning practice involves probate and trust administration, helping families navigate complex legal processes during some of the most difficult times they face.
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- ForeclosureNorm is a member of the firm and is a business attorney. Norm focuses his practice on lender representation through all phases of lending, from loan origination and renewals, to workouts and forbearance, litigation including foreclosures and bankruptcy proceedings, and assisting with liquidation of bank-owned assets. His extensive experience working closely with his clients throughout the life cycle of the lending relationship has provided him with insight into the practical issues faced by lenders. When crafting real-world and creative solutions for originating loans, fashioning workouts, and selling bank-owned property, Norm’s clients rely on his deep understanding, not just of lending, but of other areas of the law such as real estate, personal property, succession planning, and business organizations.
- Tax LawCharity represents individuals and business owners with simple to complex estate planning and business succession planning matters. Charity understands the importance of preserving family and business relationships as part of any planning and approaches all planning with this in mind. Charity also understands the importance of having a plan be practical and tax efficient and she takes this into consideration as part of any planning. When dealing with complex legal and tax matters, Charity seeks to promptly identify the issues, explain the issues to her clients in a clear manner and provide feasible options for how to move forward.