Margaret A. "Peggy" Herlitzka
About Margaret A. Herlitzka
Margaret A. Herlitzka is a lawyer based in La Crosse, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Margaret A. Herlitzka is recognized in the following practice area:
- La Crosse, Wisconsin
- Family Law
Current Firm: Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik
Education: Marquette University, Juris Doctorate, graduated 1989
Location: La Crosse, WI
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