Wisconsin Lawyers

Practicing since 1990 and specializing in Business Law, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate. Open, Client centered practice.

I am a solo practitioner in Southern Wisconsin. My main areas of practice are criminal defense, estate planning, and small business matters and litigation.

I am honest, caring and hard working. You are the 'boss' and together we put together a plan to help you with your legal need.
I have over 30 years experience. Currently I work primarily in the areas of divorce and civil rights.

I have been successful in almost all State Trial courts in Wisconsin. I have won cases in the Wisconsin court of Appeals and Supreme Court. I have also helped numerous clients in the Federal Courts for Wisconsin, the 7th Circuit and the 7th Circuit Court of appeals.
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Claire Ann Richman is a partner in the Madison, Wis., office of Richman & Richman LLC, where she concentrates her practice in bankruptcy, real estate, and commercial and claim litigation. Ms. Richman served on ABI’s National Board of Directors, was appointed to the panel of chapter 7 trustees for the Western District of Wisconsin from 2004-2011, and was formerly a member of the National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees’ New Trustee Advisory Committee. She is also past chair of the State Bar of Wisconsin’s Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditors’ Rights Section and serves as co-chair of its Legislative Committee. Ms. Richman formerly...

Attorney Esser has been serving the people of Wisconsin for over 25 years. She is a board certified advocate, who handles personal injury cases that range from a simple car accident to a home explosion. She offers free, in-person consultations to ensure that she and her staff are a good fit for you and your case.

Attorney Nelson has an impressive criminal trial record having accomplished not guilty verdicts in many cases, including a stretch of seven not guilty verdicts within a span of ten trials. He has successfully had cases dismissed after getting courts to suppress illegally obtained evidence. He is passionately dedicated to the aggressive protection of constitutional rights and liberties. In representing injured and disabled client's he has obtained numerous successful results, including a $627,000 jury verdict in an automobile collision case in Milwaukee County following a week-long trial. In December of 2014 he got a Washington County Jury to award...

Randall J. Andersen has 24 years of experience representing individuals, businesses and cooperatives in a wide variety of civil legal matters. He provides general counsel and legal services for businesses, including business acquisitions, entity formation, employment law matters, the drafting of contracts and legal agreements, real estate transactions, condominium law, business litigation and enforcement of creditor's rights. Legal services provided for individual clients include estate planning and probate administration, real estate transactions, family law, and litigation. He is an active member and former president of Madison Horizons Rotary Club, member of Wisconsin Agri-Service Association, and the Madison Estate Council.

Retired; formerly Of Counsel, Furgang & Adwar, New York, NY; formerly Adjunct Professor, L. C. Smith College of Engineering & Computer Science, Syracuse University.

John V. Kitzke, a founding attorney at Kitzke & Canfield, is proud to be a third generation attorney, bringing over four decades of experience to the firm. John earned his Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School in 1972 and since then has taught, written, and spoken at length on estate planning and other legal matters. He has served on the Board of Governors for the Wisconsin State Bar, and spends a great deal of time volunteering his time with organizations such as the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, the Chambers of Commerce, and the local History Society. Call today to get...

Andrew (Drew) Nelson is a founding attorney and shareholder at Nelson & Lindquist, S.C. handling all of the civil litigation, construction, real estate and contract disputes, along with estate planning that comes through the door. Drew and his wife Joy Nelson have 5 kids they are raising right here in the Hudson community. They have 2 older children attending Hudson High School and three younger ones at St. Patrick School in Hudson. Drew stays busy as Scoutmaster for Troop 148 in Hudson and is a proud member of Knights of Columbus Council 1762, currently serving as the Council’s advocate. Drew...

Crivello, Robert D. Born Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 16, 1976. Mr. Crivello graduated cum laude from Western Kentucky University in 1999 with a BA in Journalism and a minor in Government. He then went on to Marquette University Law School where he earned his JD with honors (cum laude, top 8% of class) in 2003. During law school Mr. Crivello was an Associate Justice for the moot court program and a research assistant for Professor Daniel D. Blinka, focusing on civil litigation and trial work. He also clerked for the Law Offices of Henry G. Piano and Hausmann-McNally S.C., focusing on...

Attorney Manuel R. Galang has been practicing criminal law in Wisconsin since 1990. He has handled hundreds of cases in Wisconsin. Many of these criminal cases resulted in reduced charges, dismissed charges, or acquittal after jury trial. His knowledge of the rules of evidence and criminal procedure, local rules and customs, as well as his experience, will give you the peace of mind knowing the right attorney represents you. Attorney Galang has extensive experience practicing family law as well, representing clients in divorce, child custody and other family matters.

My practice focuses on federal bankruptcy law, Wisconsin debt amortization law, debt settlement and negotiation, traffic and municipal law, and estate planning. I help consumers file for relief under the Bankruptcy Code, offers clients an affordable repayment option by utilizing Wisconsin laws, assists with negotiating debt settlement, helps clients reduce traffic citations, and drafts wills and power of attorney documents.

SCOTT N. BURNS graduated from the University of Wisconsin, and from Marquette University Law School. He is a member of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and American Bar Associations. He is admitted to practice in the Wisconsin and U.S. District Court, both Eastern and Western Districts. Scott's practice is devoted to all aspects of real estate and business transactional law. Scott was recognized as a "top attorney" in Milwaukee Magazine Best Lawyers issues (February, 1995, October, 1999, and September, 2003) in the real estate law specialty. He has appeared on both radio and television as a real estate law expert. Scott has also...

Attorney Michael J. Finn has been practicing law in Waukesha County for more than 30 years, and is experienced in all aspects of family law, divorce law, child custody, business and contractual law, and criminal defense. He has reliably assisted hundreds of clients in the Hartland, Waukesha, Delafield, Oconomowoc, Pewaukee and Milwaukee area.

Attorney Ryan J. Harrington has been in practice for over 19 years, having worked in both Wisconsin and Illinois while focusing on criminal defense, personal injury, bankruptcy, traffic, and temporary restraining orders due to domestic abuse or harassment. Mr. Harrington joined D’Angelo & Jones as an associate in June of 2002, and was elected partner in January of 2007. He has practiced throughout southeastern Wisconsin in more than 20 counties, and was praised for his trial work by the Wisconsin State Public Defender in an issue of its monthly publication after winning an acquittal in his very first felony...

Chuck Palmer is the Managing Partner of Michael, Best & Friedrich's Waukesha, Wisconsin office. His primary practice areas are Labor and Employment Law, OSHA defense, fire, explosion and safety related litigation, and construction law. He is co-chair of the firms construction practice group. He is the author of Wisconsin Workers Compensation Law, a Handbook for Employers. He is on the Board of Directors for the following organizations: Wisconsin Underground Contractors Assn., Wisconsin Council of Safety, Make A Wish Foundation. An example of one of his published opinions can be found at: http://www.wicourts.gov/sc/opinion/DisplayDocument.html?content=html&seqNo=33223

Attorney Mike Kyrios brings a deeply personal and historically-informed approach to family law, drawing from both his academic background and firsthand experiences with divorce in his own family. Having earned his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School, where he worked at the Family Court Clinic providing legal services to low-income clients, Kyrios has developed particular knowledge in divorce and child custody/support cases. His commitment to helping clients navigate difficult transitions is exemplified by his success in securing favorable maintenance awards in contentious cases. Attorney Kyrios' experience as both a child of divorce and now a parent himself...

My practice is intentionally limited to Divorce and Family Law issues. I have been practicing for over 20 years, and place a personal emphasis on resolving family conflicts rather than inflaming them. I listen closely to my clients to identify what is most vital to them, and then we pursue those goals in a way that is least divisive. Unfortunately, sometimes we need to act quickly and decisively to protect these goals. But this is usually done only after attempts at resolution have failed. I enjoy what I do, because I can see the positive...

Melissa is a registered patent attorney whose practice includes all aspects of intellectual property law, with an emphasis on intellectual property litigation and dispute resolution. In her more than 16 years in practice she has become adept at developing cost-effective business solutions to legal disputes. Melissa collaborates with her clients to enforce their patent and trademark rights and defend against charges of infringement. Melissa also works with her clients to create value by using cost effective strategies to build intellectual property portfolios.

Ryan is a partner and trial attorney at MacGillis Wiemer, LLC. He focuses his practice on Family Law, Estate Planning, and Civil Litigation cases. Ryan has represented numerous individuals in family law cases, including paternity, divorce, child support, property division, and post-judgment actions, throughout south, east and central Wisconsin. Ryan also works as a Guardian ad Litem in the Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties to represent the best interests of minor children. Ryan’s work as a Guardian ad Litem provides him with a unique perspective in handling family law cases. Beyond his work at MacGillis Wiemer, LLC, Ryan is also a...

Attorney Ellen Rhodeman graduated from Washburn University School of Law in 2013. Within the same year she also was admitted into the State Bar of Illinois. She was also admitted into the State Bar of Wisconsin in 2017. For her undergraduate, she attended Carroll University, where she graduated in 2010.

During law school, Attorney Alexandra Isroff attended the Chicago-Kent College of Law and graduated in 2005 and was admitted into the State Bar of Illinois in 2006. Prior to that, for her undergraduate, she went to the University of Wisconsin - Madison and graduated in 2002 and majored in Journalism and Women's Studies.

Kurt concentrates his practice on representing clients in corporate matters, complex litigation, and corporate workouts and bankruptcy cases. Kurt has extensive experience in a broad range of legal and business issues that companies must address in order to successfully navigate today’s marketplace, from the boardroom to the courtroom.

A seasoned and successful courtroom advocate and boardroom advisor, Kurt is able to draw on his decades of experience in negotiations and court battles to his client’s advantage by helping to shape strategies and creatively think through potential resolutions in order to achieve the best results possible.

With over 25 years of success as an attorney, Jean's extensive knowledge, experience and integrity in providing preventive counsel and representing clients in the areas of estate planning, probate, family law, civil litigation, and corporate and real estate law, have proven to be the best-in-class. With each client, Jean is laser-focused on securing the best outcome possible and at the same time providing a peace-of-mind to her clients by involving them appropriately along the way. Jean has been honored with many awards and distinctions, such as being named the first female president of the Ozaukee Bar Association and voted one...