Joseph W. Boucher, Business Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Tax · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatNeider & Boucher, S.C.
Madison, WI
Practicing business in Madison since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Joseph W. Boucher is a shareholder based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Joseph has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neider & Boucher, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Madison, WI
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Business · Tax
- Handles Business and Tax matters from Madison, WI.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Joseph W. Boucher: Joseph W. Boucher is a shareholder based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Joseph has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neider & Boucher, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Joseph takes on
Joseph concentrates on business and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joseph handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Joseph 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Madison, Wisconsin
Joseph takes tax 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 Joseph agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Joseph W. Boucher — business lawyer in Madison
Joseph W. Boucher is a shareholder based in Madison, WI. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Joseph has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Neider & Boucher, S.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Recipient, Charles Dunn Award, State Bar of Wisconsin, 2010. Certified Public Accountant, Wisconsin, 1982; Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants; American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Business Law Subcommittee, 1987-1990). Co-Author: "LLC's and LLP's, a Wisconsin Handbook," State Bar of Wisconsin, 2015, 2012, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2004, 2001, 1999, 1996, 1994; "Organizing a Wisconsin Business Corporation: Articles, Bylaws and Other Forms," State Bar of Wisconsin, 1991, Revised 2015, 2012, 2009, 2007, 2005, 2004, 1998, 1995, 1992; Revisor, Wisconsin Probate Manual, 1980-1981; 1983; "Planning for Family Farm Corps in Light of TRA '86 and RA '87," Volume 68, No. 5, Journal of Taxation, May 1988; "Wisconsin Condominium Law Handbook," State Bar of Wisconsin, 1985, 1994; "Limited Liability Companies in Wisconsin," State Bar Journal, December, 1993; "LLC and Corporation Law Revisions," State Bar Journal, October, 1996; "Legislative Watch, The Next Company Legislation," State Bar Journal, February and August 2002; Wisconsin Limited Liability Statute (Chapter 183); "The First LLC Case," Wisconsin Lawyer, September 2005; "Shedding Light on Recent Developments Affecting LLC's," Wisconsin Lawyer, August, 2008. Instructor: University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Business. Speaker: Continuing Legal Education for Wisconsin, Annual Tax Seminars. He is currently a member of a committee revising Wisconsin's LLC statute. He is author of Drafting LLC and Partnership Agreements, published by James Publications, August 2011. He has co-authored several articles in the Wisconsin Lawyer since 1993 with most recent in July/August 2013 Vol. 86 No. 06, Choosing a Limited Liability Entity: Which Form is Best for Your Law Firm? He authored a series of articles on starting new technology companies for the Wisconsin Technology Network in 2007-08. He has been named Wisconsin Super Lawyer 2005-2015; The Best Lawyers in America 2015 and Madison Magazine has consistently named him as one of Madison's leading business attorneys. In 2005 and 1993, the Wisconsin Small Business Administration named him the Wisconsin Small Business Advocate. In 2004, St. Norbert College named him a distinguished alumnus. In 2015, he was named a Leader in the Law by Wisconsin Law Journal.
How Joseph handles business matters
Recipient, Charles Dunn Award, State Bar of Wisconsin, 2010. Certified Public Accountant, Wisconsin, 1982; Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants; American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (Business Law Subcommittee, 1987-1990). Co-Author: "LLC's and LLP's, a Wisconsin Handbook," State Bar of Wisconsin, 2015, 2012, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2004, 2001, 1999, 1996, 1994; "Organizing…
The kind of cases Joseph takes
Joseph reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and tax matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Wisconsin-Madison
J.D. · 1977
St. Norbert College
B.A. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Joseph's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1978 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
1978 · ACTIVE
Joseph studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin-Madison and B.A. in St. Norbert College.
Law school and academic background
Joseph completed J.D. in University of Wisconsin-Madison and B.A. in St. Norbert College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joseph runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Joseph has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Joseph's professional memberships and bar associations
Dane County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin
Member: Standing Committee on Corporations Chair State Bar Subcommittee on Limited Liability Companies, 1992-1996 Co-Chair, Interprofessional Task Force on Attorneys and CPAs, 1992-1995 · membership
American Bar Foundation
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Locations
Joseph W. Boucher's office in Madison
Joseph's primary office is at First Business Bank Center, 401 Charmany Drive, Suite 310, Madison, WI, 53719. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Neider & Boucher, S.C.
First Business Bank Center, 401 Charmany Drive, Suite 310
Madison, WI 53719
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Client reviews of Joseph W. Boucher — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Joseph W. Boucher — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joseph usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joseph charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph'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; Joseph 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 Joseph
Joseph 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. Joseph confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joseph'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 Joseph W. Boucher
How much does it cost to hire Joseph for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joseph walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joseph offer a free consultation?
Joseph charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joseph's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joseph'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. Joseph gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joseph take my case if I'm outside Madison?
Joseph 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 — Joseph 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 Joseph?
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. Joseph will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joseph accepting new business clients right now?
Joseph'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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