Westfield Lawyers

As a partner at Henry & Higgins, L.L.C., in Madison, Wisconsin, Attorney Michael Higgins firmly believes that every client deserves his personal attention and responsive communication to help resolve their legal matter. He is dedicated to helping people who are going through difficult situations find the right legal solution by offering a wide range of service levels from do-it-yourself divorce, where he advises you and you do the forms and the legwork, to full service divorce, where a retainer fee is collected and Mr. Higgins does all the work. He is also an experienced mediator for family law cases.

​Cecilia Ju is a trusted and honest advocate for clients facing divorce, custody, and high-stakes family law matters in Washington. Known for her calm command in court and strategic precision, Cecilia has built a strong track record of successful outcomes — both through settlement and litigation. ​ With over eight years of experience and a sharp understanding of tech-industry assets and immigration process, she brings a rare combination of legal depth, cultural insight, and fearless advocacy. Cecilia approaches each matter with the same care and determination as if it were her own family.

I am a University of Wisconsin Law School graduate who specializes in immigration law. Over the past few years, I have worked with employers, families, students, exchange visitors, physicians, investors, and others on their immigration issues. I work on both family-based immigration and employment-based immigration. I love what I do, and am honored to work and serve as an immigration attorney.

Bankruptcy lawyer and courtroom advocate with over 40 years of experience in national and international bankruptcy cases and out-of-court restructurings in more than 20 states (and Puerto Rico) ranging from corporate and farm debtors, creditors' committees, trustees, individual creditors and interestholders, bondholders, and other parties in interest. Bankruptcy litigation and trial experience spans fraudulent conveyance, preference and all manner of contested matters in chapter 11 cases. Former President of the American Bankruptcy Institute, co-vice chair of ABI's National Ethics Task Force and co-chair of Section 363 Committee of the ABI's Chapter 11 Reform Commission. Also certified and experienced as mediator,...

Founder and President of Fiduciary Partners, Inc., an independent trust company headquartered in Appleton, WI.

John is an experienced health care, business and regulatory compliance attorney. He represents a variety of business and individual clients. Much of John's experience is representing health care providers in business and regulatory issues. However, John also represents other types of businesses in corporate, contract, transaction and compliance issues.

For over 20 years, John has counseled health care clients, including accountable care organizations, ambulatory surgery centers, long term care providers, home health and hospice providers, hospitals, physicians, and health systems on health care regulatory compliance, contracts, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, recruitment and compensation issues, integrated...

I am a former prosecutor with over 25 years of experience handling the most complicated and serious criminal and traffic matters. I bring that experience to serve you with professional, precise, and careful defense for your Appleton, Wisconsin and Oshkosh, WIsconsin and statewide Wisconsin criminal defense. Your case is my case!

Mark Schroeder received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Luther College in 1980, and his law degree from Marquette University in 1983. He has been an attorney with Consigny Law Firm, S.C. since 1987. A member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Rock County Bar Association, and a past member of the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Association of Justice, Mr. Schroeder is also a past member of the State Bar of Wisconsin Law-Related Education Committee. Mr. Schroeder believes that being an attorney means being a counselor and an advocate for his clients. An attorney must...

Thomas J. Schneck represent clients throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in criminal defense, bankruptcy and family law matters. He knows how important every matter is to every client and he works closely with each client to work through each issue to achieve the best possible result.

A newer, but energized attorney eager and willing to assist you with your legal needs. I have experience in landlord/tenant disputes and am versed in employment matters such as wrongful termination, FMLA, sexual harassment, and employment discrimination.

After graduating from Marquette University Law School, I've been practicing law since 2008.

David A. VandeWater J.D., LLM

Desiree K. Kumar concentrates her practice on small business and real estate transactional matters. Desiree also has extensive experience practicing civil litigation in a trial setting and has tried jury trials to verdict throughout central Illinois, both in federal and state court. Desiree’s clients appreciate her straightforward and honest advice, designed to resolve legal difficulties and avoid the time and costs associated with litigation. Prior to opening her own firm, Desiree worked as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Illinois where she defended state employees in civil rights actions. Prior to working as an AAG, she was an associate...

Attorney Thomas M. Domer has over 35 years of experience representing injured workers in Wisconsin. He is listed in Best Lawyers in America, and his peers continually recognize him as a Wisconsin Super Lawyer. Tom was named the 2011 Milwaukee Workers' Compensation Lawyer of the Year in Best Lawyers. In 2012, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award for his service and advocacy from the Workers Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG). Tom taught the worker's compensation course at Marquette University Law School, providing the instruction and training for many other lawyers. He lectures frequently around the state and nation (including the...

Joe Bauer grew up in Medford, WI. He received his law degree in May, 2018 from Mitchell-Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota and immediately passed the Wisconsin Bar Exam. Joe has consistently secured favorable outcomes over a combined six years of courtroom litigation experience. Joe is a passionate advocate for individual liberty. He will fight for your rights with conviction and diligence. Notable Wins: April 2024: Jury Trial, Not Guilty on Class G Felony Theft January 2024: Class E Felony Possession w/ Intent to Deliver Fentanyl dismissed outright November 2023: Worked with District Attorney to prevent the filing of Sexual Assault Charges against...