David B. Kern

David B. Kern, Employment Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

PartneratQuarles & Brady LLP

Milwaukee, WI

Practicing employment in Milwaukee since 1979.

47+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
2 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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David B. Kern is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Milwaukee, WI
Experience
over 47 years
Known for
Employment · Health Care · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Milwaukee, WI.
  • Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About David B. Kern: David B. Kern is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David B. Kern

David concentrates on employment, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

David takes employment matters in Milwaukee, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

David takes health care matters in Milwaukee, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

David takes litigation matters in Milwaukee, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David B. Kern — Over 47 years of Wisconsin employment experience

David B. Kern is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Atty. David B. Kern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, health & life sciences, health care and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. David practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.

David's approach to employment cases

Atty. David B. Kern is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, health & life sciences, health care and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. David practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.

The kind of cases David takes

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and litigation matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Credentials

David B. Kern's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Michigan

    J.D. · 1979

  • Marquette University

    B.A. · 1976

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin U.S. Distr

    1979 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Marquette University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Marquette University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of David B. Kern

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Wisconsin

    Former Member, Board of Directors, Labor and Employment Law Section) American Bar Association (Member: Labor Law Section Committees on: Development of the Law Under the National Labor Relations Act Equal Employment Opportunity · membership

Locations

David B. Kern's office in Milwaukee

David's primary office is at 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-4426. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Quarles & Brady LLP

411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400

Milwaukee, WI 53202-4426

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David B. Kern — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Milwaukee.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire David B. Kern — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David B. Kern

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Wisconsin typically take?

    Simple employment 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?

    David 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 — David 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 David?

    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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new employment clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Milwaukee, Madison and Waukesha in Wisconsin

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