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7 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

David B. Karp is a family law attorney with nearly 40 years of experience representing clients throughout Milwaukee and Wisconsin in divorce, child custody, property division, maintenance, and other family law matters. Over the course of his career, he has handled thousands of family law cases, including hundreds of trials, giving him substantial courtroom and litigation experience.

Attorney Karp was recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” for Family Law in Milwaukee by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers for 2022. He has also been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Best Lawyers in Wisconsin for more than a decade. In addition, he previously served as President of the Wisconsin chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

Clients working with Attorney Karp receive direct, practical guidance during challenging family law disputes. He believes effective representation involves both strong courtroom advocacy and honest communication about the legal process, potential outcomes, and the factors courts may consider when making decisions.

At Karp & Iancu SC, Attorney Karp is a managing member of the litigation team and also serves on the firm’s appeals team. He represents individuals and families in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin in a wide range of family law matters.

Works at
Karp & Iancu SC

7 Best Lawyers awards

Karp & Iancu SC logo

Locations

Education

  • Marquette University, J.D., graduated 1982
  • American University, graduated 1978
  • University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, B.A., graduated 1977

Bar Admissions

  • Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin

Affiliations

  • Milwaukee County, Waukesha County, Ozaukee County Bar Associations - Member
  • American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - Fellow
  • American Association of Justice - Member
  • State Bar of Wisconsin - Member
  • The Wisconsin Association of Justice - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Family Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Family Law, Milwaukee (2022)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Family Law
Special Focus:
  • Alimony
  • Arbitration and Mediation
  • Child Custody
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Relations
  • Litigation
  • Marital Settlement Agreements
Awards:
  • Top 30 Divorce and Family Lawyer in Wisconsin

  • Top 30 Divorce and Family Lawyer in Wisconsin rated by National Advocates

  • SuperLawyer each year from 2005 to Present

  • 2025 Power List – Family Law & Mediation – Wisconsin Law Journal

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