Steve Battenberg
About Steve Battenberg
Steve Battenberg is a lawyer based in Madison, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Steve Battenberg is recognized in the following practice area:
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP
Education: The University of Iowa, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Madison, WI
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