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Gerald N. Gust, Personal Injury Attorney in Amery, Wisconsin

Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Practicing personal injury in Amery since 1972.

54+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
2 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Gerald N. Gust is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Gerald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Amery, WI
Experience
over 54 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Workers Comp
  • Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Amery, WI.
  • Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Gerald N. Gust: Gerald N. Gust is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Gerald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Gerald takes on

Gerald concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gerald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Amery, Wisconsin

Gerald takes personal injury matters in Amery, 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Amery, Wisconsin

Gerald takes workers comp matters in Amery, 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 Gerald agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Gerald N. Gust — personal injury lawyer in Amery

Gerald N. Gust is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Gerald has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Atty. Gerald N. Gust is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Wisconsin State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Gerald practices at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis in Amery, WI.

Working with Gerald on a personal injury matter

Atty. Gerald N. Gust is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation. Gerald received a B.S. degree from Wisconsin State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years. Gerald practices at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis in Amery, WI.

Who Gerald represents

Gerald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Amery and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison

    J.D. · 1972

  • Wisconsin State University

    B.S. · 1969

Jurisdictions

Gerald's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin

    1972 · ACTIVE

Gerald studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin-Madison and B.S. in Wisconsin State University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Gerald's professional memberships and bar associations

  • St

    membership

  • Croix Valley, Polk-Burnett and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers (Member, Board of Directors, 1980—) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

    membership

Locations

Gerald N. Gust's office in Amery

Gerald's primary office is at 314 N. Keller Ave., Ste. 200, Amery, WI, 54001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis

314 N. Keller Ave., Ste. 200

Amery, WI 54001

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Gerald N. Gust — 4.4/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

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

4.4

2 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gerald N. Gust — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Amery, Wisconsin

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Gerald

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Gerald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gerald N. Gust

  • How much does it cost to hire Gerald for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Gerald offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in Wisconsin typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Gerald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Gerald take my case if I'm outside Amery?

    Gerald 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 — Gerald 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 Gerald?

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

  • Is Gerald accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Amery, Milwaukee and Madison in Wisconsin

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