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Jennifer L. Ciralsky is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jennifer L., who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Frank Pitsoulakis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Frank, who practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Frank is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Monte E. Weiss is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Litigation - Insurance and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Monte E., who practices law in Mequon, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Monte E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Timothy P. Reardon is a business lawyer working with a wide array of companies—global, national and regional—in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, construction, service, distribution, health care, real estate and professional associations. Business clients value Tim as a trusted advisor and legal strategist who draws on his vast knowledge and experience base to provide creative, cost-effective solutions for a wide array of complex business and legal issues. Tim is a...

Attorney Teri M. Nelson focuses her practice on Family Law and brings a thoughtful, client-centered approach to every matter she handles. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, she understands that family law issues often involve significant personal, emotional, and financial concerns. Attorney Nelson believes each client deserves individualized attention, clear communication, and practical guidance throughout the legal process. Clients value her prompt, straightforward responses and her commitment t...

Alan Marcuvitz is a Shareholder in the Real Estate Section. He is recognized as one of Wisconsin’s preeminent attorneys in the fields of eminent domain and real property taxation, based on his extensive experience in both trial and appellate courts. Many of his Wisconsin Supreme Court cases are cited with the following representative cases being cited frequently: Warehouse II, LLC v. State Dept. of Transp. , 2006 WI 62, 291 Wis. 2d 80, 715 N.W.2d 213 Metropolitan Holding Company vs. Boa...

Background Since joining Murphy & Prachthauser in 1983, Keith has been involved in the planning, development, and trial of cases, and, if necessary, their appeal. His partners and clients trust that he will open any door and take on any obstacle to obtain the best outcome and that he will do so with respect for the client, the law, and the opponent. Where others see obstacles, Keith looks for possibilities, consistently turning limitations into advantages in ways our clients and partners ...

Benjamin S. Wagner is a shareholder at the firm and has been a member of the firm since 2003. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2003 and also received the Phillips Owens Memorial Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement and community service. Mr. Wagner has successfully tried numerous cases throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Due to his significant trial experience and success, he has been certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National B...

Terry Johnson is a Shareholder and Chair of the firm’s Professional Liability Section. Terry has tried hundreds of cases to a verdict in matters ranging from complex legal malpractice cases to major construction defect disputes to major personal injury actions. Terry has had an impact in the development of Wisconsin law through appellate work in a wide spectrum of areas. Terry was asked to serve by the Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court on the Office of Lawyer Regulation (&ldq...

George Peek is a Shareholder in the Trusts & Estates Section at von Briesen & Roper, s.c. George assists clients in a broad range of estate planning and administration services, including estate and trust administration, preparation of estate planning documents and representations in guardianships/conservatorships; and he is also a frequent presenter in these areas. In addition, he has litigated several complex estate planning issues including inheritance disputes. Beyond his estate p...