Brown County Estate Planning Lawyers

Do you need a lawyer? Our clients are middle class Americans who work hard to possess retirement savings, real estate, and their own businesses. At McAvoy Law Offices LLC, our job is to make sure that our clients' income, estates, and livelihood are protected.

Max Neuhaus is a partner in the firm specializing in wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Aside from his private practice, Max serves as a Wisconsin Supreme Court appointed Special Investigator, as well as a Judge appointed trustee, mediator, and guardian ad litem in cases where children have been injured. Over the years, Max has served the community as President of the River Falls Chamber of Commerce, President of the Pierce County Economic Development Corporation, President of the St. Croix Valley Bar Association, and President of the St. Croix Valley Restorative Justice Program.

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Zak Wroblewski is an Associate at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Before joining GRGB, Zak helped clients with a variety of criminal and civil cases at another small law firm based in Milwaukee. He is currently licensed to practice law in the state of Wisconsin. Zak graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2019, majoring in Marketing and minoring in History. While at UWM, Zak had the opportunity to study abroad at both the Universite Catholique de Lille in Lille, France and Viadrina University Frankfurt Oder in Germany. Later on, in law school, Zak served an internship...

I genuinely believe that the value of life comes from service to others. I have dedicated more hours to this philosophy than our business manager would care to imagine. I have been rewarded kindly in the friends that I have made, the lessons that I have learned and the impact that I have made on the community. I never stop hunting for the next project. My service to the community has been very broad in scope. I have served as a member of the Oconomowoc school board, the Oconomowoc Hospital Foundation, and as a trustee of St. Jerome’s Catholic...

Nelson W. Donovan has spent a lifetime talking to audiences. First as a military aviation instructor and more recently, about the importance of estate planning, tailoring plans for his clients, and writing on this subject. Nelson is also a JAG attorney for the US Army Reserves.

Nelson’s experience as a wartime aviator, military instructor pilot, and airline captain, offers our clients steady precision. He acquired his fiscal savvy from his time as a licensed financial advisor, and an ethical outlook working for the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s Office of Lawyer Regulation.

A UW Law School graduate, Nelson integrates his extensive professional experience...

Paul was born in Milwaukee, WI and grew up on the south side of Milwaukee. Paul has five brothers and was raised by a single mom. Growing up on the south side of Milwaukee, Paul attended the local Catholic grade school and worked his way through school by working at gas stations, having a paper route and doing whatever he could to raise money to pay for tuition and books. Paul attended Pius XI high school and, once again, worked to pay all costs of his education, as did his five brothers.

Upon graduating from high school, Paul took a year...

After working in a firm for the first four years out of law school, Candice opened her own law practice in Sparta, Wisconsin. While she thoroughly enjoyed the six years she spent working across multiple counties and a wide range of legal areas, Candice sought and received a judicial appointment to complete a term as La Crosse County Circuit Court Branch 5 Judge. Now that her term has concluded, Candice has returned to private practice with increased skill and knowledge to better serve her clients.

Since 2005, individuals and businesses have entrusted me to advise them on their legal matters. With a broad range of legal knowledge and attention to detail, I strive to effectively and efficiently represent my clients. I have recently moved to Richland Center, Wisconsin along with my wife as it is her hometown. I'm grateful for the opportunity to provide legal services to the people of this area and be surrounded by the unique beauty that the driftless area holds.

I focus my practice on complex business litigation and transactional work including partnership disputes, franchise and fair dealership issues, theft of trade secret issues, copyright disputes and breach of fiduciary duty cases, among others. My practice also includes a substantial amount of contract drafting, business start-up work, and business succession and estate planning.

At Roney & Knupp, LLC, we know that you work very hard for your money. That is why we work very hard for you! We offer a comprehensive flat fee schedule where you know the cost for legal services up front. With a flat fee structure you pay one amount at the time that you retain Roney & Knuppe, LLC. After that you pay an additional amount ONLY if there is a fee, court expense or other expense related to your legal matter. You only pay for the additional fee or expense when the fee or expense is actually incurred....

I became a lawyer to make a difference in people’s lives, just like the lawyers who made a difference for my family when I was young.

Our world is becoming more and more complicated, especially when it comes to finances and healthcare. I make a difference by helping families navigate the growing bureaucracy and provide for their families.

Atty. John E. Dobogai III has been practicing law since 2000. Prior to beginning his private practice, he was a Wisconsin State Prosecutor. Dobogai Law Offices, LLC is a general practice serving the people of Wisconsin statewide since 2005. Atty. Dobogai currently serves as Municipal Judge in his hometown, the City of Cudahy. At Dobogai Law Offices, every client is treated with courtesy and is guaranteed effective representation. Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics instills confidence and trust. Dobogai Law Offices, LLC is dedicated to achieving the best outcome for every client.

Patricia McKinney-Lins focuses on family and business estate planning and probate. She is part of the Neider & Boucher, S.C. law firm, located on Madison's west side, with an office in Spring Green, Wisconsin. She is dedicated to serving families as well as small business owners, including family farm business owners. Patricia started her practice in 1986, practiced estate planning, real estate and probate for several years, took time off with her children and has been back to full-time practice since 2011. Patricia enjoys helping her clients organize their affairs to simplify the process of protecting themselves...

Raised in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, I graduated from Oconomowoc High School in 1997. In search of a small liberal arts education, and intent upon getting away from home and becoming independent, I attended Kalamazoo College in Michigan. I graduated in 2001 with a major in political science. In 2004, I graduated from Drake University Law School in Des Moines, Iowa. After passing the Wisconsin bar exam, I joined Swendson/Menting Law Ltd., in Oconomowoc. I started out practicing in the family law area. I was a court appointed Guardian ad Litem and did divorce work, and quickly realized that this was not my...

Mr. Lanre Abiola founded Prestige Law Office, LLC, in 2022 with the objective of providing individuals, entrepreneurs, and small and mid-sized businesses with high-quality, cost-effective legal services to achieve the best possible result for clients at a fair cost. Mr. Abiola believes in vigorous advocacy on clients' behalf. Thus, Mr. Abiola carefully limits his caseload to ensure that each case he works on receives the attention and craft necessary to develop and articulate a bold legal defense for his clients. Additionally, Mr. Abiola believes that clients should be told what their legal fees will be up front. Simply put, if he...

Magner & Hueneke, LLP, a reputable law firm based in Milwaukee, is committed to offering comprehensive legal services tailored to the diverse needs of individuals and families. Specializing in divorce and family law, estate planning, and probate, our firm strives to provide exceptional representation. We understand the importance of having an experienced attorney who comprehends your objectives and works tirelessly to achieve your desired outcomes while securing your future. Chris Hueneke serves as a Partner at Magner & Hueneke, LLP. He completed his legal education at Marquette University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the...

Shannon Law's commitment: We listen to you. Whether you visit us for estate planning, a family law concern, financial issues, or a business matter, our job is to listen and provide you with services, information, education, and the options that are appropriate to your personal needs. We counsel you. While we recognize that some disputes can only be resolved by a trial, we will counsel you on how to avoid the burden and expense of litigation through creative solutions, fair compromises, and mediation. We fight for you. We accept cases where the facts, the law, or both, are disputed and must be tried before a judge...

Providing thoughtful and deliberate care to his client’s needs, Denis handles a variety of practice areas, including real estate, business law, estate and succession planning, and probate. The most enjoyable thing about his practice is the diversity of people he is able to help. “I truly enjoy working and interacting with people and helping them to realize the best possible solutions for their needs. It not only makes my job interesting but also very rewarding,” Denis reflects. Since joining Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in 1986, Denis has represented many organizations in a wide...

Attorney Matthew Underwood is an estate planning and business attorney at Underwood Legal, LLC. Matt helps families, individuals, and businesses take hold of their future with customized planning and advice. Matt’s goal is to empower you to understand your planning decisions so you can take ownership of your plan and proceed in life with feelings of comfort and accomplishment.

Matt earned his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School and his bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Attorney Ronald Sonderhouse has over 25 years of legal experience. He is a well respected attorney within the Waukesha County Court system and was given the backing of many Judges, the District Attorney and the Sheriff of Waukesha County when he ran for a Waukesha County Judge position. Ron graduated from the University of Detroit School of Law in 1990. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business from Michigan State University in 1987. While attending law school, Ron also received a Master's Degree in Business. Ron began his legal career in Allegan, Michigan in 1991 where he worked as an...

Benjamin J. Pliskie is admitted to practice in Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana, as well as the United States District Courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin and the Northern District of Indiana. Benjamin earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2001. He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a double major in Political Science and History from the University of Wisconsin in 1997.

Benjamin currently serves as a member of the Wisconsin Judicial Council; a 21-member body whose principal statutory responsibilities are to study and make recommendations relating to: (1) court pleading, practice...

Areas of practice: Business law, contracts, collections, real estate, estate planning, trust administration, probate, personal injury, and litigation. We provide competent and expeditious legal services to Wisconsin natives as well as clients who own local real estate and hold local business interests. We also provide trusted service to referred clients. The firm specializes in business law, contracts, collections, commercial and residential real estate, simple and advanced estate planning, trust administration, probate, personal injury, litigation in these areas and general civil litigation. We are centrally located in Chetek, Wisconsin. We handle cases in Barron, Rusk, Polk, Burnett, Washburn, Sawyer, Chippewa,...

I am a shareholder of Schott, Bublitz & Engel, s.c. My practice areas include business law, real estate law, estate planning and probate. I served as counsel for an array of clients such as: privately held businesses, non-profit organizations, real estate developers and brokers, builders and subcontractors, manufacturers and distributors, employers and employees, lenders, condominium and homeowners associations, title insurance companies, and individuals. Prior to entering private practice, I practiced in the tax department of a national accounting firm. I am a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Waukesha County Bar Association participating in the...

Attorney Georgia Konstantakis is firm founder of Konstantakis Law Office, LLC. She has 23 years of legal experience dedicated to estate planning, probate, personal injury, real estate, corporate, divorce, and traffic/drunk driving defense. She built a reputation as an aggressive attorney who is respected by her peers.

Attorney Konstantakis graduated cum laude from Loyola University of Chicago obtaining a degree in Finance and Business Administration. She worked as a Field Auditor for Lakeshore Bank and then proceeded on to law school and graduated with honors from Massachusetts School of Law. Attorney Konstantakis is a frequent lecturer on estate planning. Her professional...

Attorney Peter C. Osman, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School, is a dedicated estate planning attorney licensed in Wisconsin. With a solid academic background, including undergraduate studies at both the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities and the University of Wisconsin – Madison, where he earned his BA with honors, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. Specializing in estate planning and elder planning, Peter has received extensive training in Medicaid asset protection planning, a crucial aspect of his elder planning practice. He is committed to educating both clients and professional advisors through regular...

The ONLY law firm in Wisconsin with an affiliated Geriatric Care Management Firm. I provide families with private care assessments and consultation on care options (facilities, in home care, life care plans) along with educating families with available options on how to pay for care including available county, state, federal, Veteran, and private grants available to help with covering care costs. I also offer Medicaid, Family Care and ISIS application assistance as well as holistic planning from day one through end of life care. W. Ryan Zenk is a practicing Attorney with Elder Law Center of WI, LLC...

He is the co-author of Your Life, Your Legacy (2003) and has written numerous published articles on various estate planning topics. Attorney Purtell is an active member of WealthCounsel, the Wisconsin Council of Estate Planning Attorneys (past-President), the Madison Estate Council, the State Bar of Wisconsin (Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section), and the Dane County Bar Association. He is also committed to his community through involvement in the Optimist Club of Cross Plains (past-President), being an active parish member of St. Francis Xavier Parish, and through his appointment to the Chair of the Personnel Committee for the Village...

Walrath Law, LLC is not a typical law firm. With today’s changing technology, infinite mobile apps and hectic lifestyles, Walrath Law, LLC strives to be there for you every step of the way.

After fifteen years of practicing law while raising a family, Attorney Monica Walrath understands the busy schedules and demands of everyday life. Walrath Law, LLC is available outside of typical business hours and will accommodate your schedule.

With roots in the Chippewa Valley, Heike Law Offices, LLC enjoys a well-deserved reputation among its clients for legal work, skills, and strategic representation. Every case is approached with the practical knowledge and skill gained over years of focused practice. Our goal is to establish and nurture long-term relationships with our clients by providing them with exceptional client care and result-oriented solutions. At Heike Law Offices, LLC, your peace of mind, growth, and success are our priorities. We believe that every client deserves professional and reliable legal advice and representation. From real estate closings to will preparation or estate administration, there...

Chantelle M. Ringe’s practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, planning for individuals with special needs, adult guardianships, small business matters and real estate transactions. Chantelle works with elders and families of elders who are in need of long-term care, individuals who have special needs, and individuals looking to establish an estate plan that is tailored to their unique concerns and goals. Chantelle also advises individuals in the administration of trusts and probate estates, and frequently assists individuals with business organization, business succession plans and real estate-related matters.

Christine is an attorney and owner of Valley Crossing Law. Her practice primarily focuses on the areas of estate planning, probate, real estate and business transactions. Christine has been involved with the St. Croix Valley Bar Association since 2008, serving as secretary, treasurer, vice president and president. Christine also assisted in the formation of a local chapter of the Wisconsin Wills for Heroes program. She has been a speaker at various estate planning seminars in St. Croix County. Christine lives in the St. Croix Valley with her husband, Brad, and their three boys. In her free time, she enjoys...

Brian A. Schuk focuses his practice mainly on landlord-tenant law, representing both landlords and tenants. After being a partner of Wassel, Harvey & Schuk, LLP for 12 years, Mr. Schuk opened his own law firm, Schuk Law, LLC, in June of 2017. He continues to offer experienced and effective representation to businesses and individuals by assisting with negotiating and drafting leases, evictions, and damages/security deposit disputes. Attorney Schuk is also familiar with HUD and Rural Development rules and regulations. In his numerous years of experience, he has earned himself a highly respected reputation in the State for his vast knowledge...

Specialties: Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Administration; Contested Trust & Estate Litigation; General Litigation; Business Planning, Real Estate, Tax

Attorney Scott J. Curtis, a shareholder with the firm, practices in the areas of probate estates & trusts, general business law, estate planning, litigation, business formation & administration, business succession planning, estate and trust litigation, real estate, non-profit organizations, professional practices, estate planning, and general litigation.

Proficient in comprehensive estate planning, Mr. Curtis structures succession and estate plans for owners of family businesses engaged in numerous industries. In the field of probate and trust administration, Mr. Curtis has a reputation for success handling...

I was raised in rural central Wisconsin. I graduated from UW-Superior and Hamline University School of Law. After spending years working at a traditional small firm I opened my solo office in 2013. My goal is to provide clients the value they want - quality legal services at a reasonable and affordable cost.