Appleton Lawyers

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...

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

Attorney Tiffany Vogel has focused exclusively on Wisconsin family law since 2018. She handles divorce, child custody, collaborative law, and mediation cases with a practical, results-driven approach. Her clients benefit from her direct communication style and thorough understanding of family law, which helps them make informed decisions during challenging legal transitions.

Education & Background Barry J. Book graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1986 and from Marquette University Law School in 1989. He is the Vice-President and a Shareholder at Podell & Book, S.C. Since his admission to the Bar in 1989, Mr. Book has practiced in a number of areas including Criminal, Civil, Real Estate, Probate and Family Law. His practice now focuses exclusively on Family Law. Comprehensive Family Law Experience When handling Family Law matters, he manages all issues relating to the dissolution of a marriage such as division of assets, disputes regarding custody and placement...

With significant experience representing clients like you and a commitment to communicating with you over the entire course of your criminal case, you’ll have a realistic picture of your situation so that you can make informed decisions throughout. Leah believes that you should not have to worry about your lawyer not being available to you.

Leah earned her law degree from Marquette University Law School in 2011 and her undergraduate degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice magna cum laude from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 2004. She also completed certification as a paralegal over the course of her studies. She has...

Attorney Mary Parmeter is an associate attorney and member of the Business Practice Group at Axley. Ms. Parmeter focuses her practice on general corporate law, corporate finance and securities, business organization and formation, mergers and acquisitions, development, and real estate transactions.

Prior to joining Axley, Mary earned her MBA in Corporate Finance and Investment Banking from the Wisconsin School of Business, and gained banking and investment experience by working at Goldman Sachs and the State of Wisconsin Investment Board.

During my military career, I always focused on “Soldier Caring” and being “Mission Focused.” I take these same principles to all parts of my life. I focus on my clients’ needs in the most basic, human sense and the details of the matter. Quite frequently, lawyers find themselves speaking to people going through one of the worst days of their lives. I take that responsibility very seriously. I grew up in Stevens Point and graduated from Pacelli High School in 1998. In high school, I played several sports, and was a member of several choirs, band, theater...

Steven Cotter specializes in bankruptcy, consumer law, foreclosure defense, family law and general litigation. In addition to the State Bar of Wisconsin, he is admitted to practice in the Eastern and Western District of Wisconsin.