
Richard Saks, Employment Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Estate Planning, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHawks Quindel, S.C.
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing employment in Milwaukee since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Richard Saks is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Workers Comp. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawks Quindel, S.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Employment · Estate Planning · Workers Comp
- Handles Employment, Estate Planning, and Workers Comp matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Richard Saks: Richard Saks is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Workers Comp. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawks Quindel, S.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Richard takes on
Richard concentrates on employment, estate planning, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Estate Planning
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Workers Comp
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Employment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Richard takes estate planning 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Richard takes workers comp 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Richard Saks — employment lawyer in Milwaukee
Richard Saks is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Workers Comp. Richard has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hawks Quindel, S.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Richard Saks is a lawyer practicing estate planning, labor law, employment law and 1 other area of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1976, and has been licensed for 34 years. Richard practices at Hawks Quindel, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.
How Richard handles employment matters
Atty. Richard Saks is a lawyer practicing estate planning, labor law, employment law and 1 other area of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1976, and has been licensed for 34 years. Richard practices at Hawks Quindel, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.
The kind of cases Richard takes
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, estate planning, and workers comp matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Illinois Institute of Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law
J.D. · 1992
Rutgers University
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1993 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1992 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in Illinois Institute of Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law and B.A. in Rutgers University.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in Illinois Institute of Technology-Chicago Kent College of Law and B.A. in Rutgers University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Richard Saks's office in Milwaukee
Richard's primary office is at 222 East Erie Street, Suite 210, Milwaukee, WI, 53201-0442. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hawks Quindel, S.C.
222 East Erie Street, Suite 210
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0442
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Client reviews of Richard Saks — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Milwaukee.
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How to hire Richard Saks — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard 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 Richard
Richard 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard'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 Richard Saks
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Richard'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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new employment clients right now?
Richard'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
Richard handles employment matters throughout Wisconsin. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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