Douglas County Lawyers

Admitted to practice law in Wisconsin since 1995, I have had my own law practice since 1997. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, my practice concentrates on litigation in the areas of criminal defense (all levels, state & federal), family law (divorce, child custody/support, paternity), personal bankruptcy (and alternatives), state & municipal licensing and other areas. I am admitted to practice in Wisconsin and in both the U.S. District Courts of the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. I earned my B.A. at the University of New Orleans in 1991 and my J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 1995. I am...

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...

Josh Gimbel joined Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in 2013, after a long partnership at Milwaukee-based, Michael Best & Friedrich. Josh's Partnership role ushers in a new era at GRGB, building on the already strong groundwork started by the firm's founding partners. Josh's practice focuses on commercial and corporate litigation, all areas of land use and zoning, real estate, and municipal law as well as providing general business advice. These practice areas are a great addition to GRGB's, already diverse, legal specialties. Like his father, Frank Gimbel, Josh is also passionate about giving back. He is Chair of the Jewish Home...

Franklyn M. Gimbel founded GRGB after serving as an Assistant United States Attorney from 1963 through 1968. His experience as a federal prosecutor has proven invaluable in developing a successful private criminal defense law practice.

Over the years, Frank has expanded his practice into civil litigation, including complex business, employment, communications, and First Amendment cases. He has represented small businesses and large corporations, as well as individuals ranging from working men and women to judges, CEOs, and other professionals. No person's problem is too insignificant or too complicated.

Helping people is Frank's passion and the cornerstone of his practice. As he so...

Attorney Jason F. Abraham began his career with Hupy and Abraham in 1993 and was promoted to shareholder in 1999.

Attorney Abraham's proficiency in handling personal injury matters attracts clientele from across the nation. He has settled or tried personal injury cases with a combined value of approximately $350 million and resolved many cases for over one million dollars each.

His expertise in personal injury matters has granted him lecturing opportunities in numerous states across the nation.

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...

Attorney Evan Nicholas Claditis focuses on smart, compassionate lawyering. Attorney Claditis' commitment to his clients includes trying court cases to jury verdict with a proven track record of favorable results in hotly contested motor vehicle and slip and fall cases.

I opened my office in 2013 and limit my practice exclusively to criminal law. Prior to opening my office, I worked for area firms for about ten years. In deciding to limit my practice to criminal defense, I have been able to focus on helping others out of what is typically the lowest point in their life. That is the hard part about my job - always meeting people at a horrible point in their lives. The best part of my job is helping them through the process and out the other side of things. Providing answers and direction to...

Russell Nicolet has always been focused on helping people through difficult situations. He became an attorney and has integrated this personal philosophy into his practice so that he could help people through some of the most stressful situations they will face in life. Russell’s goal in every case is to help his clients get into a better position than where they were prior to contacting him. Russell has focused his legal practice to the area of Personal Injury in Wisconsin and Minnesota. This focused approach allows him to provide clients with knowledgeable and effective representation while maintaining the...

I have lived in Appleton, Wisconsin my entire life other than attending college in Madison and law school in Chicago. I started my own law practice within the first year of graduating from law school, and continue to work with my same partners at our law firm Hammett, Bellin & Oswald, LLC. I am proud of the quality of individuals representing our law firm and am happy that we have helped so many people over the years. I am an active member of our community and serve in many different ways. I...

Attorney David K Anderson has been practicing criminal defense for over 6 years. Attorney Anderson focuses solely on Criminal Defense. He defends individuals charged with violating Wisconsin's criminal statutes. His firm, DK Anderson, S.C. specializes in defending against OWIs, drug crimes, property crimes, domestic violence, and violent crimes. We are client focused and work hard to keep the communication channels open so our clients are not left in the dark. We will aggressively defend you and your rights all at an affordable fee.

I understand that when someone comes to me for legal advice, that person is likely at the lowest point in their life, due to a wrongful allegation, terrible decision or unfortunate accident. I am truly committed to helping all of my clients receive the best result in their situation. I treat each case as the unique situation that it is and am committed to going above and beyond what other attorneys would do to ensure that best possible result.

I primarily focus on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Law. I have found those to be the...

Mr. Dixler specializes in immigration, visa law, citizenship and related matters since 1993. He is a 29 year member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. He now serves on the AILA Chicago Chapter’s liaison committee between prosecutors and private attorneys practicing in the Chicago Immigration Courts. Mr. Dixler was nominated and named a Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer in immigration for the last ten consecutive years. Many are marriage-based and family immigration clients. However, he is experienced in all aspects of immigration and visa law. He has exceptional insight on cancellation of removal and waiver work. Mr. Dixler represents those in Immigration...

I formed CCMA SOLUTIONS, LLC (Consultation, Collaboration, Mediation & Arbitration) and mainly focus on Alternative Dispute Resolutions as a Certified Mediator. My 27 years of practice as a lawyer and 12 years as a Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge, along with my Mediation Certification from Northwestern University, give me a unique ability to resolve a multitude of cases fairly and efficiently without having to waste time and money litigating them in court. Although many of my cases are Divorce and Paternity, I have also Mediated a multitude of topics including: Contract disputes, Landlord/Tenant leases, Probate disputes, Real...

Founder of Krause Estate Planning & Elder Law Center, Dan has helped thousands of families with estate planning and estate administration since 1999. A retired Army Major and JAG Officer, Dan is a board-certified Estate Planning Law Specialist. He is certified by The Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc.

Dan and his former law partner, Nelson Donovan, wrote the book _Estate Planning in Wisconsin: Privacy, Protection and Taking Control_, published in 2017. It is an easy-to-understand primer for non-experts, covering the basics of estate planning, including wills, trusts and powers of attorney.

Besides offering education classes for the public, Dan has lectured on...

Danielle Rousset is the newest addition to the GRGB team and joins the firm as an Associate. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Art in political science. After working at several law firms, Danielle decided to attend law school and graduated from Chicago Kent Law School, with honors, in 2008. Upon graduating from law school, Danielle joined a small local firm where her practice focused on insurance coverage and defense, as well as other civil disputes. She has represented clients such as S.J. Johnson, CNH, and the County of Racine. Danielle represents clients in probate, trust,...

Andrew Rossmeissl joined the Herrling Clark Law Firm in July 2005 and is currently a Shareholder. His practice includes a variety of matters, with a concentration in the areas of business, real estate, banking, municipal, litigation, and transactions.

Originally from Appleton, Wisconsin, Andrew graduated from Appleton East High School in 1996. He then attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, majoring in economics. As a junior, he attended the London School of Economics on the prestigious Hansard Scholarship. After a brief stint at a Fortune 500 company in Dallas, Texas, he returned to Wisconsin to begin his legal education at Marquette University Law...

Benjamin Nicolet focuses his practice on Personal Injury and representing clients who have been injured as a result of another’s negligence. He is admitted to practice law in the state courts of Minnesota and Wisconsin; as well as the federal courts of the District of Minnesota and Western District of Wisconsin. Ben has handled the gamut of injury cases, from life-altering 18-wheeler accidents, to vicious dogs terrorizing neighborhoods, and family camping trips ending in tragic boating accidents. Ben says, “Clients generally come to us when they feel like their lives have been turned upside down; whether it’s from a car accident...

BRYAN T. KROES, is an attorney with Hurtado Zimmerman SC, practicing in the areas of construction and real estate litigation, construction contract negotiation and preparation and related intellectual property law, commercial and residential real property acquisition, and public bond finance. He has broad experience representing trades contractors, designers and owners in matters related to perfection of lien rights, construction disputes, property purchases, sales and leasing, and intellectual property protection. Like every member of the Hurtado Zimmerman executive team, Bryan pairs legal expertise with boots on the ground practical experience - before practicing law, Bryan worked as a construction laborer and...

Kyle T. Buss graduated from Marquette University Law School and earned his Juris Doctor in 2015. Prior to law school, he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2010 magna cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in both Psychology and History.

He is a current member of the Wisconsin State Bar and Wisconsin Association for Justice and he has been admitted to the United States District Court – Eastern and Western District of Wisconsin to practice.

Attorney Buss founded Buss Law, LLC in 2018 with the goal of providing his clients with exceptional representation. He is dedicated to helping those who have...

Attorney Dera L. Johnsen-Tracy is a shareholder and co-founder of Horn & Johnsen SC. Dera and focuses her legal practice in the areas of estate planning, probate and guardianship. Prior to completing law school, Dera gained 14 years of legal experience as a paralegal in Texas and Wisconsin. Dera’s extensive experience provided a strong and practical client-centered foundation for her legal practice. She strives to meet the needs of her clients in a personal and efficient manner. In furtherance of her passion for helping families plan, Dera is an active participant in the Wisconsin Wills for Heroes program and...

Charles Kenyon is an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Admitted to the bar in 1979, he has served as both an elected District Attorney and a public defender. He has trained other lawyers for the American Bar Association, National Association of District Attorneys, Wisconsin Department of Justice and State Public Defenders Office. See website for more.

Matthew Biegert graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison. After graduation, he clerked for the Hon. Thomas Cane before joining his current firm of Doar, Drill & Skow. He became a partner in 1996 and has spent his career actively fighting for the rights of his clients.

As an young and energetic attorney at Tracey Wood & Associates, Teuta Jonuzi fights hard for the rights or her clients.

Attorney Allan M. Foeckler carved out a name for himself throughout the courtrooms of Wisconsin through a detail-oriented approach to personal injury law that has resulted in countless successful settlements and verdicts. He is a member of several legal organizations throughout Wisconsin, including the Milwaukee Chapter of the American Constitution Society, the Wisconsin Judicial Council, the Milwaukee Young Lawyers Association, and the Wisconsin Association for Justice. Mr. Foeckler graduated from Marquette University Law School, where he was a member of Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society and part of the Marquette Law Review. Over the years fighting for the rights of...

Raised in Northcentral Wisconsin, Attorney Wojan attended UW-Oshkosh and Marquette University Law School. Attorney Wojan has practiced at Petit & Dommershausen since 2012.

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.

Paula A. Hamer is a Shareholder at the Herrling Clark Law Firm, Ltd. Paula’s practice is entirely devoted to family law issues and related litigation. For the past decade, Paula has served clients in the areas of divorce, paternity actions, custody, and physical placement disputes, adoptions, and claims to terminate parental rights. Prior to dedicating her entire practice to the representation of clients involved in family law cases, Paula served as a town, city, and village attorney for various local municipalities.

Paula is an active member of the Outagamie County Bar Association, the Winnebago County Bar Association, and the Waupaca County...

John T. Fields is an attorney based out of Madison, WI. With proven expertise in family law, divorce, and child custody cases, he provides legal representation to individuals and families in need. With more than three decades in practice, he has been a staunch advocate for his clients in sensitive matters including domestic abuse, contested divorces, paternity suits, gaining sole custody, and many others. Navigating these issues can prove challenging, but Attorney Fields possesses the requisite knowledge and negotiation skills to assist you in achieving your goals. To schedule a consultation with the Madison Family Law attorney, please call 608-729-3590 or...

Attorney Todd Simon represents clients in a variety of complex criminal cases in both misdemeanor and felony matters. Attorney Simon has the knowledge and experience to represent clients in matters ranging from drunk driving or OWI cases to very complex domestic violence cases, property crimes, and drug related cases. Having several years of experience handling hundred of criminal cases, many of which have resulted in reduced charges, outright dismissals, and not guilty verdicts by juries, Attorney Simon has a reputation in the legal community as an aggressive advocate for his clients. His experience has even found...

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.

Max appears in...

Personal Injury Attorney Thomas A. Perlberg joined Hupy and Abraham in 2010, following years of insurance defense practice. Prior to working on behalf of the insurance industry, he was an Assistant District Attorney in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Personal Injury Attorney Robert J. Domol joined Hupy and Abraham in 2014. He has devoted his legal career to protecting the rights of people who have suffered serious injuries due to the negligence of others and has recovered millions of dollars for his Wisconsin and Illinois personal injury clients.

In his free time, Attorney Domol mentors law students and new attorneys. He has lectured at legal education programs for new attorneys and judged student court competitions. Attorney Domol enjoys spending free time with his wife, two daughters and border collie.

An experienced personal injury attorney, with the extensive professional credentials: Wisconsin Association for Justice (Board of Directors since 2005) Judicial Clerk to Chief Judge Eich, Wisconsin Court of Appeals, Madison, WI (August 1996-1997) Co-Author, Chapter 9: “Special Damages” Wisconsin Law of Damages (2005-2008) Note, “AIDS Behind Bars: Judicial Barriers to Prisoners’ Constitutional Claims” 45 Drake L. Rev. 527 (1997) Cannon & Dunphy, S.C. has won more $10 million and higher awards than any other personal injury law firm in Wisconsin. While we are large enough to successfully handle your problems, Cannon & Dunphy is small enough to hear your concerns...

My grandfather’s great grandfather came to Milwaukee in 1867, the same year Jacob Leinenkugel and John Miller started a brewery in Chippewa Falls. However, instead of being skilled at brewing beer, Grandpa Heinen had a passion for woodworking. He started a cabinet shop out of his home and ran his small business off Market Street for over 15 years. Numerous people throughout Wisconsin have a passion for the skills and talents God gave them; they pour their lives into families and businesses they cherish. My passion is legal counseling and advocating for those brewers, woodworkers, and...

Attorney Nicole A. Muller has recently joined Birdsall Obear & Associates, SC as an associate attorney. Not only is Attorney Muller a graduate of Catholic University in Washington D.C. where she studied Political Science and Studio Art, but before going to law school also graduated from Columbia University in New York City. After graduating from Columbia, Attorney Muller decided to dedicate her life to fixing our broken criminal justice system in this country. This passion to bring about positive change is what brought Attorney Muller to the great state of Wisconsin and Marquette University Law School.

Attorney Muller graduated from Marquette...

Dean is a Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist who has represented hundreds of injured people throughout Wisconsin. He received his Masters of Business Administration degree in 1986 after working as a commercial loan officer. In 1989 he received his law degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Dean believes that quality representation begins with treating every client as if they're your only client and spending whatever time necessary to get the best result. When working with injury victims, Dean makes sure his clients know he'll be as aggressive as necessary, and fight tirelessly on their behalf.

Mr. Chadwick Kaehne graduated from the University of Wisconsin
with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. Shortly after his
undergraduate studies, Mr. Kaehne founded a mental health clinic serving
clients throughout Winnebago, Fond du Lac, Outagamie, and Brown
counties. Mr. Kaehne established his law practice shortly after
receiving his Juris Doctorate from the University of Dayton School of
Law in Ohio. Using the philosophy grounded from his experiences from the
mental health field, Mr. Kaehne believes that not only should a law
firm be both reputable and aggressive in serving the needs of their
clients; but also passionate, with...

Richard focuses his practice on personal injury cases, as well as representing individuals who have been injured at work. In addition to his personal injury practice, Richard also handles labor law matters. Richard represents the Independent Employees Union at Hillshire Farm Company, Inc., the Banta Book Group Maintenance Department, and Local Union 78T: Voith Fabrics. Richard’s working knowledge and understanding of municipal laws and codes along with his trial experience and comfort in the courtroom served him well in his role as the lead prosecutor and Town Attorney for a prominent local municipality for over 20 years.

Richard has handled complex...

Attorney Michael Fox has been consistently recognized, not only as an outstanding trial lawyer, but as a teacher of trial practice. His record of success in trials has led to hundreds of settlements that allowed his clients to recover financially with dignity and without requiring a public trial. He was described by a noted colleague in the media as the “father of the modern civil rights jury trial” and promoted by the Minnesota State Bar as one of three national “stars of the plaintiff’s bar” repeatedly invited to address its annual Midwestern Employment Law Institute.