Thomas P. "Tom" Godar
About Thomas P. Godar
Thomas P. Godar is a lawyer based in Madison, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. Thomas P. Godar is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Husch Blackwell LLP
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: Madison, WI
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