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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...

I learned the value of hard work growing up on a dairy farm, and it stuck with me. I have always loved to learn and did well in school, graduating from UW Madison, where I received my law degree in 1993. I have been a partner at Gingras, Cates & Luebke since 2000. My practice areas include whistleblower cases, employment law, civil rights, professional malpractice, personal injury and family law. I was raised to care deeply about the welfare of others, and that value is reflected in the w...

James B. Egle is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Real Estate Law. James B. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized James B. Egle since 2011. 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 James B. Egle is held by other lawyers.

Rachel Mielke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Trusts and Estates. Rachel practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Rachel Mielke 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 Rachel Mielke is held by other lawyers.

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....

Steve Hurley's more than 45 years of practice provides clients with the background necessary to litigate complex cases. Steve is highly regarded throughout the state for his expertise in criminal defense. His persuasive presentation in the courtroom and knowledge of the law make him an effective litigator for civil cases as well. Steve was nominated and elected by his peers to the American College of Trial lawyers. His reputation earns him many referrals from colleagues for both criminal and ...

Paul G. Kent is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Environmental Law, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Land Use and Zoning, Municipal Law, Native American Law and Water Law. Paul G. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Paul G. Kent since 1995. 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 Paul G...

Marcus J. Berghahn is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Marcus J. practices law in Madison, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Marcus J. Berghahn since 2012. 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 Marcus J. Berghahn is held by other lawyers.

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...

Peter L. Gardon is a shareholder and the chairman of the firm's Telecommunications and Energy Practice. He is also a member of the Business Law Practice. Pete draws on decades of successful practice, regulatory and legislative experience to effectively counsel telecommunications and energy companies, financial institutions, health care institutions and other business clients in a variety of complex administrative, regulatory, commercial, litigation and environmental matters. Pete's clients hi...