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Robert J. Lightfoot is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law and Health Care Law. Robert J., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Charity A. McCarthy is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Charity A., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Charity A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Andrew Erlandson is a shareholder with Hurley Burish, S.C., representing businesses and individuals in reaching creative solutions to complex legal problems. Andrew handles a wide range of commercial matters, including disputes within and between companies. He has spoken and written on a variety of topics during his career including intellectual property, non-compete agreements, shareholder oppression, “business divorce,” insurance coverage issues, loss prevention, subrogation and...

Steve Caya is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Steve, who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steve is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Justin F. Oeth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Justin F., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justin F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah M. Schmeiser is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice and DUI / DWI Defense. Sarah M., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David L. Anstaett is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. David L., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Attorney Matt Fleming is a shareholder at Murphy Desmond representing both public and private sector clients in municipal law and related areas including land use regulation, property tax assessment, eminent domain disputes, economic development, tax incremental financing, alcohol and other licensing and permitting issues, open meetings and public records law, ordinance drafting, real estate, special assessments and general litigation. Matt is an established presenter on municipal law issues....

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.

Paul G. Kent is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Land Use and Zoning, Municipal Law, Native American Law and Water Law. Paul G., who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 1995. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.