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Compare 22,634 bar-verified Wisconsin attorneys cross-referenced with the State Bar of Wisconsin. Search by city, practice area, language, or consultation fee — every profile shows license status, years in practice, and authentic client reviews. Contacting any attorney on LawyersListed is always free.
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About this directory
Choose a Wisconsin attorney with the same diligence you’d apply to any senior professional.
Every attorney listed in our Wisconsin directory has been cross-checked against the State Bar of Wisconsin records — license number, admission date, practice areas, and any disciplinary history are surfaced on the profile, never hidden. The most-practiced area of law in Wisconsin is business, followed by the full taxonomy of consumer-facing matters covered in this directory.
LawyersListed is editorially independent from the attorneys we list — search rankings, ratings, and review screening are not influenced by advertising spend. Featured placements are disclosed, and we do not collect a referral fee out of your Wisconsin attorney's retainer.
Need help deciding which kind of counsel your matter calls for? Post your situation to our free Wisconsin Q&A — anonymously, no card required — and a bar-verified Wisconsin attorney will usually respond within a few hours.
Wisconsin legal institutions
Key facts about practicing law in Wisconsin
- State Bar
- State Bar of Wisconsin
- Highest court
- Supreme Court of Wisconsin
- Statehood
- Admitted 1848
- Verified attorneys
- 22,634
Profiles below are matched against records from the State Bar of Wisconsin. Disciplinary status is surfaced on the profile, not buried.
By practice area
Most-practiced areas of law in Wisconsin
Business Lawyers
4,453 attorneys in Wisconsin
General Lawyers
4,382 attorneys in Wisconsin
Litigation Lawyers
4,247 attorneys in Wisconsin
Real Estate Lawyers
2,920 attorneys in Wisconsin
Family Law Lawyers
2,206 attorneys in Wisconsin
Personal Injury Lawyers
2,115 attorneys in Wisconsin
Criminal Defense Lawyers
2,035 attorneys in Wisconsin
Estate Planning Lawyers
2,003 attorneys in Wisconsin
Employment Lawyers
1,671 attorneys in Wisconsin
Probate Lawyers
1,436 attorneys in Wisconsin
Insurance Lawyers
1,338 attorneys in Wisconsin
Government Lawyers
1,212 attorneys in Wisconsin
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Editorial ranking
Top-rated attorneys in Wisconsin

Andrew Mishlove
Glendale, WI
5.0· 37 reviews
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Michael M. Hayes
Milwaukee, WI
5.0· 23 reviews
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Kelly M. Spott
Milwaukee, WI
5.0· 21 reviews
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Eido M. Walny
Milwaukee, WI
5.0· 19 reviews
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Jeffrey Roy Zirgibel
Brookfield, WI
5.0· 18 reviews
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Benjamin James Pliskie
New Berlin, WI
5.0· 17 reviews
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Anne Berleman Kearney
Milwaukee, WI
5.0· 16 reviews
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Charles F. Domer
Milwaukee, WI
5.0· 16 reviews
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Peter J. Carman
Appleton, WI
5.0· 14 reviews
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David M. Stegall
Madison, WI
5.0· 13 reviews
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Scott C. Barr
Appleton, WI
5.0· 13 reviews
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William M. Pemberton
Baraboo, WI
5.0· 12 reviews
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Ralph J. Tease, Jr.
Green Bay, WI
5.0· 12 reviews
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Phillip Arthur Tatlow
Sister Bay, WI
5.0· 12 reviews
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Dennis Michael Melowski
Sheboygan, WI
5.0· 10 reviews
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Free legal Q&A
Recent legal questions from Wisconsin consumers
- Entertainment 29d ago 1
Can I fight a lawsuit for breach of contract from my band in Wisconsin?
I was part of a band in Milwaukee that had a falling out. My bandmates are suing me for breach of contract over a canceled performance. I feel they are overreacting and I want to defend myself. What should I prepare for this case?
- Environmental 1mo ago 1
Can I Sue For Noise Pollution From A Nearby Lake In Wisconsin?
I live near a lake in Madison, WI, where a new recreational facility has been generating excessive noise. This is affecting my quality of life. Can I take legal action for noise pollution, or are there specific local ordinances I should refer to?
- Tax 1mo ago 1
What documentation do I need for a tax audit in Wisconsin?
I just found out I'm being audited by the IRS for my 2021 tax return, which involved $15,000 in business deductions. I live in Madison and want to prepare properly. What specific documentation should I gather for this audit?
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about finding a Wisconsin lawyer
How do I find a verified attorney in Wisconsin?
Use the directory above to filter Wisconsin attorneys by practice area, city, and consultation fee. Every profile on LawyersListed has been cross-referenced with the State Bar of Wisconsin — license number, admission date, and disciplinary status are surfaced on the profile, not buried.
Is it free to contact a lawyer in Wisconsin on LawyersListed?
Yes. Browsing Wisconsin attorney profiles, reading reviews, sending a first message, and asking a public legal question are always free. You only pay if you choose to book a paid private consultation — and the fee is displayed up front before you confirm.
How does LawyersListed verify Wisconsin attorneys?
Each Wisconsin listing is matched against records published by the State Bar of Wisconsin and updated routinely. We confirm bar number, license status, admission date, board certifications, and disciplinary history. Profiles cannot be edited without a re-verification check by the editorial team.
What kinds of lawyers can I find in Wisconsin?
LawyersListed covers 36 practice areas in Wisconsin — from personal injury and criminal defense to family law, immigration, business and corporate law, real estate, employment, intellectual property, estate planning, tax, and bankruptcy. Filter by area at the top of the directory.
How long does it take to book a consultation with a Wisconsin attorney?
Most Wisconsin attorneys publish a live calendar with same-week openings; many show same-day availability for urgent matters. Payment is held in escrow until the consultation completes, so you only release funds once you've met with counsel.
Does LawyersListed take a referral fee from my Wisconsin attorney?
No. We never take a referral fee or a percentage of an attorney's retainer. Attorneys pay a flat platform fee for premium features — that arrangement is entirely separate from any fee you pay your attorney for legal services.
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