Jon P. Axelrod

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.

Charity A. McCarthy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Charity A. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Charity A. McCarthy since 2019. 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 Charity A. McCarthy is held by other...

Attorney Tracey A. Wood , founder and owner of Tracey Wood & Associates is an accomplished criminal defense attorney who represents clients in the Madison, Wisconsin area. She focuses her practice on defending the rights of individuals whether they are charged with drunken driving or more severe criminal charges including murder and federal conspiracy. She is known throughout the legal community as the foremost authority on Wisconsin OWI DUI laws and has been hailed for her defenses and s...

Steve Caya is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Steve practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Steve Caya 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 Steve Caya is held by other lawyers.

Attorney Mark P. Maciolek is of counsel, operating Maciolek Law Group’s Dane County office in Sun Prairie. In practice since 2005, his practice is primarily focused on criminal defense in Wisconsin state and federal courts. Mark P. Maciolek handles trials and appeals. He also has a civil litigation practice, representing clients in trials and appeals in state and federal civil matters. Attorney Mark Maciolek has successfully defended clients against white-collar crimes, firearms crimes,...

Kevin J. Palmersheim is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions. Kevin J. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin J. Palmersheim 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 r...

Douglas M. Poland is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy), Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Douglas M. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Douglas M. Poland since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers i...

Phil Bradbury focuses his practice on commercial law and litigation, construction law and litigation, real estate, alternative dispute resolution, and business and estate planning for closely held businesses. Phil’s experience covers a wide range of litigation matters and business transactions, including: Representing real estate owners and developers in the purchase, sale and financing of multi-million dollar projects. Providing construction services to contractors, subcontractors, and...

Chris Rogers is a shareholder with the firm. He initially practiced predominately in the firm’s Lake Geneva office, where he tried cases in Walworth, Kenosha, and Racine counties. In 2004, he moved to the firm’s Madison office, where he continues to practice today. His focus is on cases involving injuries from product defects, automobile accidents, and general negligence. He has clients throughout the State of Wisconsin. In 2017, Chris served a one year term as President – E...

Jonathan Bruni is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Construction, Litigation - Real Estate and Real Estate Law. Jonathan practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Jonathan Bruni since 2027. 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 Jonathan Bruni is held by other lawyers.