David Westrup, Business Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
focused on Business and Litigation
Milwaukee, WI
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David Westrup is an attorney based in Milwaukee, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Milwaukee, WISCONSIN.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About David Westrup: David Westrup is an attorney based in Milwaukee, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Westrup
David concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
David takes business 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 Westrup — Attorney of Wisconsin business experience
David Westrup is an attorney based in Milwaukee, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
David Westrup, a Shareholder in the Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group at von Briesen & Roper, s.c., provides trusted advice and innovative solutions to national and international manufacturers and commercial enterprises, focusing on protecting and advancing client interests in product liability, insurance and risk management, and antitrust. David works extensively with Fortune 500 management and legal departments, providing sophisticated insights to creatively address challenges posed by government agencies, competitors, collaborators, and the public. Examples of David’s imaginative representation of high-profile clients include defense of a national insurance company in Columbia Casualty Company v. Arjo Wiggins Appleton PLC, one of the largest and longest civil trials taken to verdict in Wisconsin, and United States v. Ajinomoto Co., Inc., a defense of a corporate executive in a federal antitrust prosecution alleging a global conspiracy to fix the price of lysine (this case is the focus of The Informant! – the Stephen Soderberg film starring Matt Damon).
Working with David on a business matter
David Westrup, a Shareholder in the Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group at von Briesen & Roper, s.c., provides trusted advice and innovative solutions to national and international manufacturers and commercial enterprises, focusing on protecting and advancing client interests in product liability, insurance and risk management, and antitrust. David works extensively with Fortune 500…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
David Westrup's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 1989
David studied at J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School. 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 Westrup
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
David Westrup's office in Milwaukee
David's primary office is at 411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202-4427. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of David Westrup
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire David Westrup — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Milwaukee, 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 David
David 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. 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Westrup
How much does it cost to hire David for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. 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 business 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
Business attorneys serving Milwaukee, Madison and Waukesha in Wisconsin
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