Accident & Injury lawyers within 300 miles of Milwaukee Wisconsin

David M. Stegall is a shareholder at Lawton & Cates who was admitted to the Wisconsin Bar in 2006 after graduating cum laude from Marquette University Law School. David began his legal career by working as an Assistant District Attorney in Milwaukee County. In his role as a prosecutor, David litigated hundreds of cases and served as the lead prosecutor in well over 40 jury trials ranging from minor misdemeanors through the most serious felony cases. David left the District Attorney’s office so he could focus on helping people achieve justice. In private practice, David focuses 100% on litigation. Put simply, David’s clients seek him out to represent and defend them when the stakes are the highest. In David’s criminal practice he has successfully obtained not guilty verdicts in high stakes cases ranging from Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide, First Degree Sexual Assault, and Possession of Child Pornography among others. In David’s civil practice, he focuses on being a zealous advocate for the rights of the injured. David has represented many injured people including victims of car accidents, dog bites, and work-related injuries. David has consistently achieved great results from his clients, including at trial. You can read more about David's prior results here. David has developed a reputation as a fierce and respected advocate by attorneys and judges throughout Wisconsin. In 2019, David was selected to co-author the Traffic Law and Practice Guide, which is published by the State Bar of Wisconsin and relied upon by attorneys and judges throughout the state as an authoritative reference guide. David's track record of obtaining outstanding results in the courtroom is also evidenced by his many satisfied clients. You can read what current and former clients had to say about David here. David a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and handles cases all over Wisconsin. He is also a member of the Wisconsin Association for Justice, American Inns of Court, and the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Prior to attending law school, David served in the United States Army as a Cavalry Officer stationed at various posts throughout the United States. David is a passionate supporter of our military veterans and proudly serves on the Veteran’s Advisory Board. In addition, David volunteers at the Veteran’s Law Center and remains active in other veteran’s causes.

Franklyn M. Gimbel founded Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP 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, 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. To schedule a consultation with Mr. Gimbel, visit his website, or call 414-271-1440.

Jon graduated from Marquette Law School in 2000 and has worked in Wisconsin litigation and personal injury law exclusively since that time. Jon and his firm have handled every kind of injury case you can imagine: auto and motorcycle collisions, product liability, civil litigation, nursing home neglect, bicycle and pedestrian accidents, and animal attacks. When it comes to Wisconsin injury law, Groth Law Firm puts knowledge, compassion, and experience on your side. Jon grew up in the City of Milwaukee. His father was a Milwaukee Firefighter and mother worked for various nursing homes. Jon knows the value of hard work and what it means to understand his clients and their needs; that’s ultimately what’s brought him from a clerk in law school (where he discovered his knack for legal problem-solving) to owning his own firm with the best staff of lawyers and paralegals he’s had the pleasure to know. Groth Law Firm itself enjoys glowing reviews and recommendations from clients and colleagues alike and Jon has earned statewide recognition for his work. He was named a Rising Star and SuperLawyer and is a proud Life Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Last year the National Trial Lawyers Association named Jon one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Wisconsin and one of the Top 40 Under 40 for the third year in a row.

Lisle W. Blackbourn is the President and Managing Partner of Godfrey, Leibsle, Blackbourn & Howarth, S.C., and chairs the firm's litigation division. Lisle earned his law degree from Marquette University Law School in 1982, where he was a member of the Marquette Law Review. Lisle has developed a comprehensive civil trial practice, concentrating in complex business, corporate, and land use litigation, along with extensive experience in plaintiffs' personal injury matters. Lisle has achieved successful results for many clients, large and small, commercial and individual, and has appeared in state and federal courts throughout the United States. Lisle has received board certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) as a Civil Trial Specialist. NBTA is accredited by the American Bar Association to provide board certification through a rigorous application process and an exacting set of standards and examinations on a nationwide scale. Board certified trial attorneys engage in litigation of civil controversies before state and federal courts. To become board certified, Lisle was required to pass the NBTA written examination, which covers trial law, civil procedure, evidence, and ethics. The exam is written and graded by attorneys and law professors. The NBTA requested submission of confidential performance reviews from judges before whom Blackbourn had appeared, and from attorneys with whom he had worked. NBTA reviewed samples of legal briefs Blackbourn had written for scholarly content. Blackbourn was further required to submit proof of participation in at least 100 jury trials and other contested matters as lead counsel, to demonstrate a concentration of his practice in trial law. The NBTA board certification process is designed to identify lawyers who possess an enhanced level of skill and expertise in trial advocacy, and who have demonstrated superior professional competence. Nationally, only about 2200 attorneys have received civil trial board certification to date. Lisle has been named a Wisconsin Super Lawyer in 2010, by the Wisconsin Super Lawyers magazine. The Super Lawyers listing is based upon 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement - things like experience, verdicts, clients, honors and awards. The Wisconsin Super Lawyers listing represents the top 5 percent of the lawyers in the state. Lisle is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, a national trial lawyer honorary society whose membership is limited to less than one-half of one percent of American lawyers. Fellowship in the LCA is highly selective and by invitation only. Wisconsin’s LCA Fellow delegation includes only 58 lawyers and judges. Fellows are selected based upon excellence and accomplishment in trial law, both at the trial and appellate levels, and superior ethical reputation.

25+ years of experience on your side. I will fight for you! When charged with a crime, you face the possibility of paying excessive fines and court costs. Worse yet, you face the terrible possibility of going to jail. The biggest mistake a person can make is representing themselves or hiring the wrong attorney. A good criminal defense attorney should not only assist you through the criminal process, but also help you understand the process. He should be available to respond to your questions in a timely manner and reassure you that he is doing everything to defend your interests.

Attorney Michael F. Hupy is the senior partner at Hupy and Abraham overseeing 11 offices in 3 states. Through Attorney Hupy's leadership during the past three years, the firm has donated more than $500,000 to worthwhile organizations and causes. In December 2008, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle presented Attorney Hupy with a Certificate of Commendation for many years of leadership in making "the community a better place to live." The Governor previously publicly thanked Attorney Hupy for his help in reversing a unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court decision that could have reduced damages for injured motorcyclists. In 2009, the State of Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs presented Attorney Hupy with a commendation for making a $5,000 donation to the Veteran's Assistance Program in recognition of Dave Zien's million-mile ride. Attorney Hupy was on the back of Zien's bike when he reached the million-mile mark on April 4, 2009. Attorney Hupy has been AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell for more than 20 years. This is the Gold Standard of Lawyer Ratings - highest possible peer review rating in legal ability and ethical standards - and has been since 1987. This award is the pinnacle of professional excellence earned through a strenuous Peer Review Process that is managed by the world's most trusted legal resources - not made up ratings and scores based on posts, reviews, and responses to public forums.

Sperling Law Offices LLC has over 45 years of collective experience in Wisconsin personal injury litigation. We have established a reputation for success in slip and fall/trip and fall, car accidents, as well as other injury cases and have successfully litigated hundreds of these cases in Wisconsin courts.

Michael F. Torphy is a practicing lawyer in the state of Wisconsin. Mr. Torphy received his J.D. from the University of Wisconsin School of Law in 1992. Thirty Two years of experience, specialized knowledge, and flexible payment options, guarantee tailor-made, targeted solutions. We make your problems our priority. The difference isn't the law, the difference is the lawyer. Mr. Torphy represents business, banking, insurance and individual clients in a variety of areas including criminal, FINRA, SEC, wrongful death, personal injuries, compliance, litigation, litigation planning, risk management, contract writing, RFP responses, Safe Harbor regulations and human resource issues. Significant litigation experience involving personal injuries, contract disputes, land rights, leasehold rights, real estate transfer issues, business formation and dissolution, probate matters, family law matters, criminal charges, foreclosure, insurance bad faith, denial of government services, governmental property seizure, and denial of consumer-rights issues.

Nathan Russell is the founder and owner of Russell Law Offices, SC. Born and raised on his family’s fifth-generation dairy and crop farm in Shullsburg, he returned to Southwest Wisconsin to practice law in 2009. Nathan earned a degree in Agricultural Economics and his Juris Doctorate from UW-Madison. Prior to opening Russell Law Offices, Nathan taught Agricultural Education in Minnesota and served as an agriculture and commercial lender in Madison. With extensive experience in agriculture and lending, Nathan’s practice areas include real estate, contracts, business/farm transfer and startup, civil litigation, estate planning, probate & trust administration, creditor collections, municipal law, and family law. Nathan also has extensive experience in contested probate and divorces that involve farms/businesses. Nathan is married to Jennifer, whom he met through the FFA. Jennifer is the agricultural education and FFA instructor in Shullsburg, WI. They have six children: Reagan, Madison, Taylor, McKinley, Lincoln, and Jackson. Nathan is an avid sports fan outside the office, supporting the Packers, Badgers, Bucks, Brewers, and Miners/Knights. He is heavily involved in his children's’ activities, including assisting them show sheep across the country. Nathan is also very proud to be starting his 14th year serving as the girls’ basketball head coach for Shullsburg. Nathan has recently been sworn into the Illinois State Bar and is excited to serve clients in Northwestern Illinois. Nathan has presented to a variety of community and professional groups on numerous legal topics. He has been active in the Lafayette County community by previously serving on the Shullsburg Fund Board, Memorial Hospital Foundation and the Shullsburg School Board.

Mr. Bucher has been practicing law in Wisconsin since 1981. His area of practice includes complex litigation, criminal defense, personal injury, government law, open records/open meetings, campaign finance and election law and victim's rights. Previously he was District Attorney of Waukesha County, WI where he handled cases from police executions, murders, sex assault, robbery, narcotics, corruption, traffic, DWI, open records/meetings, elections and numerous other areas. In the Spring of 2023, Attorney Bucher merged his firm with Attorneys Peter Wolff and Ronald Sonderhouse, to form Bucher, Wolff & Sonderhouse, LLP.