Thomas O. "Thom" Gartner
About Thomas O. Gartner
Thomas O. Gartner is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Thomas O. Gartner is recognized in the following practice area:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Education: Illinois Institute of Technology, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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