Vernon J. "Vern" Jesse

Vernon J. "Vern" Jesse

Madison, WI recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013
Murphy Desmond SC

11 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Corporate Law Real Estate Law

Biography

Vern has substantial expertise representing clients on a wide variety of real estate transactions including purchase and sale of real estate, real estate leases, tax deferred exchanges, real estate development, real estate financing, environmental issues, municipal approvals, formation of real estate owning entities, senior housing and assisted living facilities, and condominium development and conversion.

In addition, Vern assists a number of businesses with many of the legal issues which confront business owners including purchase and sale of businesses, contract matters, collections and foreclosures, employee issues and formation of business entities such as corporations, limited liability companies and limited liability partnerships.

Vern has previously served on the Murphy Desmond Board of Directors, including a number of years as Board Chairman. He is listed in Best Lawyers in America in real estate law and is rated "Superb" on Avvo.com.

When not serving his clients, Vern enjoys spending time with his wife and their four children, as well as many outdoor activities.

Murphy Desmond SC

11 Best Lawyers awards

Murphy Desmond SC logo

Overview

  • University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1989
  • University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1989

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Corporate Law
  • Real Estate Law

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