Ted J. Barthel

Linda Sinitz has dedicated her legal career to helping individuals and families navigate complex family law matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and throughout the surrounding communities. As the daughter of a lawyer, Linda grew up seeing the value of long-term client relationships and compassionate legal counsel. Early in her career, she practiced alongside her father in a small general practice, where she had the opportunity to represent multiple generations of families. Today, as an attorney wi...

Laurie McLeRoy is a Shareholder in the Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group. She focuses her civil litigation practice in the areas of insurance litigation (including bad faith), medical malpractice, nursing home, municipal, transportation, premises, and products liability. In products liability defense matters, Laurie has particular expertise in asbestos litigation. In addition to her trial experience in Wisconsin, where she has successfully argued in front of the Wisconsin Supreme ...

Denasha A. Scott is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Nonprofit / Charities Law. Denasha A. practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Denasha A. Scott 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 Denasha A. Scott is held by other lawyers.

John G. Gehringer is an attorney with O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong & Laing S.C. in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is a member of the firm’s Real Estate, Land Use and Construction Law Practice Group and Business Law Practice Group. John represents clients in real estate development, construction law, commercial litigation, corporate law, and commercial and construction financing matters. His work includes property acquisitions and dispositions, commercial and office leasing, zonin...

Background Mr. Prachthauser was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on January 7, 1951. Prior to joining the firm, he was House Counsel for Employers Insurance of Wausau. He is married to Joan Marie, and they reside in Hartland, Wisconsin. He has two daughters, Emily and Tracy. Lectures Mr. Prachthauser is a frequent presenter and speaker for the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Board of Trial Advocates, and Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers. He has been a Civil Trial Practice Instructor at the Un...

Pamela J. Tillman’s practice focuses on representing a wide variety of businesses in litigation matters, primarily in the areas of complex insurance coverage issues, commercial litigation, mortgage lending disputes, employment disputes and health care liability. Whatever the issue, she believes that it is paramount to have the experience and understanding to advise clients on the possible outcomes and costs of litigation so that clients have a comprehensive viewpoint to make the strateg...

Philip Tallmadge is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Insurance, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants. Philip practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Philip Tallmadge 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 Philip Tallmadge ...

Suzanne Fischer-Lorenz is a Family Law attorney with Karp & Iancu SC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. She is known for her thoughtful approach to resolving complex and emotionally charged legal matters, helping clients navigate difficult transitions with clarity, preparation, and practical guidance. From an early age, Suzanne demonstrated a natural ability to advocate for others and communicate effectively during disagreements. Over the course of her legal career, she has developed a reputation fo...

Kristi Nelson Foy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Kristi Nelson practices law in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Best Lawyers has recognized Kristi Nelson Foy 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 Kristi Nelson Foy is held by...

Scott Wade is a Shareholder in the firm’s Labor and Employment Section. He focuses his practice on Worker’s Compensation and is the Chair of the firm’s Worker’s Compensation Section. Scott is a frequent author and presenter on Wisconsin worker’s compensation and is a contributing author to Wisconsin Association of Worker’s Compensation Attorneys Case Law Update.