Eau Claire County Lawyers

DVG Law Partner LLC helps clients (in Wisconsin and across the U.S.) who are in disputes with large organizations. We enforce Employee Rights, Shareholder Rights, Contract Rights, Fraud Victim Rights, and Class Actions. Michael Brown is the founding attorney of DVG Law Partner. He has been recognized as a Rising Star in the Super Lawyers publication, has a “Superb” rating from Avvo, and has had several legal cases with prominent media coverage. DVG has value-based fees, partners effectively with clients, and leverages technology to reduce costs. If a matter requires the sharing of legal work and/or financial risk,...

Attorney Skarie is a proud member of the National College of DUI Defense, DUI Defense Lawyers Association, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Bar Association, Wisconsin Bar Association, and the Young Lawyers Division of the Wisconsin State Bar. Dan is admitted to practice throughout the State of Wisconsin. A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Dan earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in English and History from the University of Wisconsin. Shortly thereafter, Attorney Skarie received his Juris Doctor from the University of Wisconsin Law School. While in law school, Dan focused on criminal law, interning at the Wisconsin Court...

Attorney Mayer is known for his compassionate and client-centered approach to legal representation. Attorney Mayer believes in building strong relationships with his clients based on trust, open communication, and understanding. He takes the time to listen to his clients' stories, thoroughly assess their legal needs, and develop customized strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes. He is a skilled negotiator and litigator who is not afraid to fight for his clients' rights in and out of the courtroom. He is known for his attention to detail, thorough preparation, and strategic thinking, which permits him to provide effective and efficient...

I have been practicing for 27 years representing injured clients in workers compensation, social security and personal injury claims.

Tim Greenwood grew up in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, before moving to Oshkosh for undergraduate, and then Milwaukee to attend Marquette University Law School. After graduating Tim worked as a Family Law Contract Attorney for a private firm in the Milwaukee area before joining LaRowe Gerlach Taggart LLP in 2019 until 2021. Then in 2021, the office split and Tim remained with the Sauk City Office, which became Taggart Law LLC, until February 2022. Areas of Practice: He is a general practice attorney, specializing in Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Placement, and Support, and Estate Planning.

Wisconsin native, Collin Mettelka, grew up in Green Bay. His mother is a public school teacher at Doty Elementary School and his father is the owner and operator of Jaymar Screen Printers, Inc.
Although Collin grew up in Green Bay, the Mettelka family has been part of the Vilas County community since 1938, when his Great-Great Grandfather, John J. Mettelka, built a cabin in Plum Lake, Wisconsin. Since that time, his family has maintained strong roots in Vilas County.
Collin received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and his Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School. While obtaining...

Attorney Patrick Scharmer was born and raised in Wisconsin, having spent most of his youth in Stevens Point. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, he spent time in Chicago, Milwaukee, and Madison before returning to Central Wisconsin in 2018.

He studied law at Concord Law School where he graduated with highest honors and received multiple awards during his time there. Pat focuses his practice primarily on Social Security Disability, Worker's Compensation, and also assists clients with estate planning and elder law matters.

Pat understands the struggles his clients face – his mother suffered from the debilitating effects of multiple...

I've lived and practiced law in Wisconsin for over 40 years, including Madison, Janesville and northern Wisconsin. Since leaving Judicare Legal Aid in August 2024, my main areas of practice are bankruptcy, foreclosure resolution through Chapter 13 and modifications, estate planning and family law.

Education
Mr. Baus earned his bachelor’s of arts in journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1984. He graduated from Marquette University Law School in 1990. He was a member of Marquette Law School’s National Labor Law Moot Court Team, and placed first in the Intra School Moot Court Competition.

Background
Mr. Baus was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on March 18, 1962. He is married and resides in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Personal Comments
After working as a journalist, I had a strong desire to work in a job that has a direct positive affect on people’s lives. We all hope and believe that we won’t be...

Board Certified Bankruptcy Specialist in both Business and Consumer Bankruptcy Law

Attorney Drew Sapinski has been practicing bankruptcy law for over 15 years. He chose to devote his practice exclusively to this area because it enables him to change people’s lives. At his firm, Sapinski Law Office, S.C., clients are treated with care and respect. He handles his bankruptcy cases personally and guides his clients through every step of the way. Mr. Sapinski received his B.S. with honors from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Temple University Law School. Attorney Sapinski is currently a member of the Wisconsin State Bar and is admitted...

David C. Van Straten, II, practices in the areas of Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate, Real Estate and Corporate/Business matters and General Civil Litigation. David received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse with a Bachelor of Science in general management and technology. He continued on to obtain his law degree from Creighton University School of Law, where he obtained an area of emphasis in business, taxation and commercial transactions. He was also a member of the Public Interest Law Forum, and vice president of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society. An active member of the community, David supports...

Attorney Emma L. Guthrie earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in 2018 after just three years, majoring in English and Philosophy with a minor in legal studies. As a student, she served as tutor for UWL’s English and Philosophy departments and completed an internship with the La Crosse Public Defender’s Office. She continued on to earn her Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School, where she focused her studies predominantly on criminal law and trial practice. During her second year of law school, Attorney Guthrie began clerking for a local criminal defense firm that immediately...

Paisley Hoffman is an Associate Attorney with Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., where she represents clients in a variety of practice areas, including: Criminal defense Divorce Paternity Post-judgment custody and placement disputes Child in need of protection or services (CHIPS) Delinquency Injunctions She serves as advocacy counsel in such cases at the urging of a Dane County Judge. In addition, she is regularly asked by multiple judges to serve as Guardian ad Litem, where she represents the best interest of children in Dane and surrounding counties. Judges trust her judgment in family cases and know she will always be a strong advocate for the best interest of children....

Make It Happen Law is about providing realistic and practical legal solutions to family law issues. These situations are obviously very emotional. Our goal is trying to find an affordable solution that is as painless as possible so you get back to doing what is important, taking care of your family. While we specialize in mediation we also do family law through the traditional court process. We understand that the legal system can be overwhelming and intimidating. Let us help you figure out a way to navigate through the system and focus on your family.

Michael D. Leffler is a graduate of Marquette University (B.S. 1985) and Marquette University Law School (J.D. 1988). In law school, he was awarded the Grace Holznecht Scholarship in recognition of outstanding achievement. Most recently, he is recognized as a Top 100 National Trial Lawyer and a peer reviewed Super Lawyer. He serves on the Board of Governors for the Wisconsin Association for Justice (WAJ). WAJ was formerly known as the Wisconsin Trial Lawyers Association. He is a member of the American Association for Justice. He is also the past President of Racine County Bar Association.

Amanda concentrates her practice on corporate and business law, estate planning and business succession planning, real estate law, and tax issues.

She lives in West Bend and is actively involved with several groups in the local community, including the Albrecht Free Clinic and West Bend Noon Rotary Club.

Ralph Ehlinger is a lawyers' lawyer who brings knowledge and creativity to transactional matters and enjoys the challenge of an uphill battle in court. With a depth of experience in creating and acquiring businesses, drafting shareholder agreements and non-competes, and negotiating and closing business and real estate transactions, he represents individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations not only when things are going well but in times of trouble. He is a skilled litigator at both the trial and appellate levels, with particular emphasis on libel and slander, shareholder disputes and non-competes, open meeting and public records challenges,...

Christopher T. Froelich was raised in Green Bay attending Abbot Pennings High School. He attended St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin and graduated in 1987 with a major in Accounting and Business Administration. Christopher worked at Ft. Howard Paper Company in the internal auditing department and cost accounting departments prior to earning his law degree. He gained experience in the business world where he was able to apply his real world experience to various legal situations. Christopher graduated in 1990 from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. He was the managing...

Bryant Ray received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Legal Studies and Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2013. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in December 2016. In law school, Mr. Ray held board positions on the Student Bar Association, the Public Interest Law Foundation, and the Legal Assistance for Disaster Relief organization. Mr. Ray joined the Consigny Law Firm in February of 2017. In April 2019, Mr. Ray moved to Madison, Wisconsin, and began practicing at Zerbst & Kluck, S.C.

As an attorney, Mr. Ray believes that the most important aspect of his work is...

Brian Thill serves as counsel for creditors, debtors, and receivers in civil matters, and has extensive experience representing parties in all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings, including committees and trustees. Mr. Thill has represented nearly a dozen of the top 100 American Fortune 500 companies, as well as numerous local banks and small businesses. His creditors' rights and defense practice routinely includes preference, fraudulent transfer, Chapter 128, foreclosure, replevin, and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Wisconsin Consumer Act actions. In addition to his bankruptcy and insolvency practice, Mr. Thill also has experience in the areas of general...

As a fourth-generation attorney and now, a father of two toddlers, I understand the importance of heritage and proper planning. As an estate planning attorney, my mission is to be a guiding light for families facing complex probate challenges and to provide them with the peace of mind that comes from well drafted documents. I understand that the legal intricacies of estate planning and probate can be daunting, but my passion lies in simplifying these complexities. My goal is to ensure that future generations don’t have to bear the burden of uncertainty and confusion when it comes to their family’s...

I am proud of my record of achieving fair and reasonable settlements for hundreds of injured clients. I represent people who have suffered due to dog bites, car accidents, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), amputations and other serious injuries, including wrongful death. Having spent the initial years of my law career as an insurance defense attorney, I know how both sides approach personal injury cases. I have an insider's perspective of how insurance companies evaluate claims, and I use this to build strong cases for my clients. No recovery, no fee. I handle cases involving personal injury law on contingency. This...

Ms. Schroder's practice is focused on labor and employment litigation, including employment discrimination, wage and hour cases, employee benefits disputes, and labor litigation. She also assists individuals with unemployment benefit appeals. Ms. Schroder graduated magna cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School. She was a member of the Wisconsin International Commercial Arbitration Moot Team, Mock Trial Team, Wisconsin International Law Journal, and Christian Legal Society. Prior to law school, taught with the AmeriCorps Schools of Hope program in Madison, worked with the Wisconsin State Senate, and interned with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Ms. Schroder currently serves on...

Jeffrey Morrell graduated from Ripon College with a degree in Politics & Government and National Security Studies and minor in business in 2009. He got his law degree in 2014 and was admitted onto the Wisconsin state bar in 2015. He exclusively practices family law.

I have been practicing criminal defense in Wisconsin for over 20 years. I have handled cases ranging from simple misdemeanors and ordinance violations to homicide prosecutions. I practice in state, federal and municipal court. I have been recognized as a "Leader in the Law" by the Wisconsin Law Journal, and teach regularly at legal seminars.

Mr. Prachthauser is a frequent presenter and speaker for the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Board of Trial Advocates, and Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers. He has been a Civil Trial Practice Instructor at the University of Wisconsin Madison-Law School.

Richard Reilly brings the sharp strategic instincts of a litigator to the delicate practice of family law. He balances his practice with a compassion for the client and a willingness to fight on their behalf. “We know the issues surrounding family law can be very sensitive and require a soft touch, however, we also show our clients that we are not afraid to take an aggressive approach if need be,” he notes. Richard honed his instincts while serving five years as a trial lawyer in the United States Department of Justice and the United States Attorney's...

Attorney Timothy H. Hassell is a partner at Watton Law Group. He concentrates his legal practice on assisting consumers through bankruptcy matters. Mr. Hassell received his law degree from Marquette University in 2010 and his undergraduate degree in Economics from Brigham Young University in 2007. Mr. Hassell admitted to practice in the state courts of Missouri and Wisconsin, as well as in the federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri, the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, the Southern District of Illinois, and the District of Colorado. Contact Watton Law Group today to schedule a consultation with...

Attorney Philip J. Ohrtmann is an associate attorney with Watton Law Group who focuses his practice on helping Wisconsin residents through bankruptcy cases. Mr. Ohrtmann received his law degree from Marquette University in 2021 and his undergraduate degree in Economics from Marquette University in 2018. Mr. Ohrtmann is admitted to practice in the state courts of Wisconsin and the Eastern Federal District Court of Wisconsin. If you are facing debt, Attorney Ohrtmann can guide you through the legal process to get you a fresh start. Call Watton Law Group today to schedule your initial consultation.

Luke Mayefske is a Milwaukee personal injury lawyer at the law offices of Pitman, Kalkhoff, Sicula & Dentice. With a focus on helping his clients to obtain the justice they deserve, Luke is known for his key communication skills, which help to fully understand the concerns and objectives of the clients that he represents. If you or someone that you love has been injured due to no fault of their own and require the services of a highly skilled attorney in Milwaukee, contact Luke today for your FREE case review.

Bankruptcy Attorney Adam Lombardo received his BA from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and his Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School. His practice focuses on consumer bankruptcies and debt consolidation. He has assisted clients successfully in hundreds of cases over the past 12 years and helped clients save their homes from foreclosure, save vehicles from repossession, and get a fresh start.

Scott is a founding member and partner of the firm. He represents individuals in personal injury and death cases. Scott is also one of the few Wisconsin attorneys licensed to practice before the United States Court of Federal Claims, representing individuals harmed by vaccines. He also practices in the areas of worker’s compensation, nursing home abuse, products liability, and insurance disputes of all types.

Scott has served on the Board of Governors of the Wisconsin Association for Justice (formerly the Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers) since 2007. He has also served as Wisconsin’s State Delegate to the American Association for...