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Brian T. Fahl is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Brian T. practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Brian T. Fahl since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brian T. Fahl is held by other lawyers.

Blayne Christy is a Shareholder in the Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group at von Briesen & Roper, s.c. She focuses her practice on representing insurance carriers and their insureds in complex legal disputes, including in areas related to construction defects, contract disputes and professional liability claims. Prior to private practice, Blayne was a claims attorney managing outside counsel for a large insurance company. During law school, Blayne was a Member and Managing Arti...

Mr. Knutson is a shareholder with the firm. His practice features complex litigation, such as major environmental and industrial accidents, and class action claims. He also handles cases of medical malpractice, products liability, and personal injury. Additionally, Mr. Knutson is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School where he has taught courses in trial advocacy, negotiation, legal writing, and lawyering skills. Learn more about Jason.

Christopher B. Hughes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Land Use and Zoning Law, Municipal Law and Real Estate Law. Christopher B. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher B. Hughes since 2008. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in ...

Tamar Kelber is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Appellate Practice and Commercial Litigation. Tamar practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Tamar Kelber since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Tamar Kelber is held by other lawyers.

Mike Crooks is a Shareholder in the firm’s Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group. He focuses his practice on commercial litigation, legal malpractice and other professional negligence claims, accounting malpractice, insurance defense and coverage issues, bad faith litigation, product liability work, premises liability, breach of contract, personal injury defense and third-party recovery. Mike is also an experienced mediator and is frequently called upon to resolve disputes. Mike...

Vern has substantial expertise representing clients on a wide variety of real estate transactions including purchase and sale of real estate, real estate leases, tax deferred exchanges, real estate development, real estate financing, environmental issues, municipal approvals, formation of real estate owning entities, senior housing and assisted living facilities, and condominium development and conversion. In addition, Vern assists a number of businesses with many of the legal issues which co...

Eric J. Ryberg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Eric J. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Eric J. Ryberg since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eric J. Ryberg is held by other lawyers.

Stephen Trigg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Stephen practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen Trigg since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stephen Trigg is held by other lawyers.

Christa is a commercial litigator with a focus on business relationships that break down. She also serves on the firm’s Board of Directors. With attention to detail, Christa especially enjoys tackling challenging procedural issues and working with large sets of data. Whether her client’s goal is to fight to win or resolve a dispute through settlement, Christa works hard for the best possible result for her client, relying on her good judgment and experience to give honest and prac...