Bruce Arthur Schultz, Business Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratCoyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C.
Madison, WI
Practicing business in Madison since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Bruce Arthur Schultz is a managing partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Bruce has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Madison, WI
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Madison, WI.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Bruce Arthur Schultz: Bruce Arthur Schultz is a managing partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Bruce has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Bruce Arthur Schultz
Bruce concentrates on business, general, health care, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bruce handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Bruce takes business matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.
General cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Bruce takes general matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Bruce takes health care matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Bruce takes ip matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Bruce takes litigation matters in Madison, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Bruce Arthur Schultz — Over 50 years of Wisconsin business experience
Bruce Arthur Schultz is a managing partner based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Bruce has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Bruce Arthur Schultz is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, federal civil litigation, trial practice and 10 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Bruce practices at Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C. in Madison, WI.
How Bruce handles business matters
Atty. Bruce Arthur Schultz is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, federal civil litigation, trial practice and 10 other areas of law. Bruce received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Bruce practices at Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C. in Madison, WI.
The kind of cases Bruce takes
Bruce reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Bruce Arthur Schultz's legal education and bar admissions
Indiana University
J.D. · 1976
Indiana University
B.S. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Bruce's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1978 · ACTIVE
Indiana
1976 · ACTIVE
Bruce studied at J.D. in Indiana University and B.S. in Indiana University.
Law school and academic background
Bruce completed J.D. in Indiana University and B.S. in Indiana University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bruce runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Bruce Arthur Schultz
Bruce has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Bruce's professional memberships and bar associations
Dane County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel Defense Research Institute Civil Trial Counsel of Wisconsin American Inns of Court, James E
membership
Doyle Chapter
membership
American College of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Bruce Arthur Schultz's office in Madison
Bruce's primary office is at 150 East Gilman Street, Suite 1000, Madison, WI, 53703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Coyne, Schultz, Becker & Bauer, S.C.
150 East Gilman Street, Suite 1000
Madison, WI 53703
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Client reviews of Bruce Arthur Schultz — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Bruce. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Madison.
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How to hire Bruce Arthur Schultz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bruce usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bruce charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bruce will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bruce
Bruce discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bruce confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bruce's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bruce Arthur Schultz
How much does it cost to hire Bruce for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bruce walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bruce offer a free consultation?
Bruce charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bruce's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bruce gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bruce take my case if I'm outside Madison?
Bruce is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bruce will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bruce?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bruce will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bruce accepting new business clients right now?
Bruce's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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