
Ronald L. Walter, Employment Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 57 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Entertainment, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Retired PartneratFoley & Lardner LLP
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing employment in Milwaukee since 1969.
- 57+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ronald L. Walter is a retired partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Litigation. Ronald has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 57 years
- Known for
- Employment · Entertainment · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Entertainment, and Litigation matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ronald L. Walter: Ronald L. Walter is a retired partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Litigation. Ronald has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ronald L. Walter
Ronald concentrates on employment, entertainment, litigation, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ronald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Litigation
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Tax
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Employment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ronald 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ronald takes entertainment 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ronald 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ronald takes tax 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 Ronald agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ronald L. Walter — Over 57 years of Wisconsin employment experience
Ronald L. Walter is a retired partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Entertainment, and Litigation. Ronald has over 57 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Ronald L. Walter is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, litigation, sports and 1 other area of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Ronald practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Milwaukee, WI.
Working with Ronald on a employment matter
Atty. Ronald L. Walter is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, litigation, sports and 1 other area of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Ronald practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Milwaukee, WI.
Clients Ronald works with
Ronald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, entertainment, and litigation matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Ronald L. Walter's legal education and bar admissions
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1969
Michigan State University
B.A. Michigan · 1965
Jurisdictions
Ronald's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1970 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1969 · ACTIVE
Ronald studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. Michigan in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Ronald completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. Michigan in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ronald runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ronald L. Walter
Ronald has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Ronald L. Walter's office in Milwaukee
Ronald's primary office is at 777 East Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-5306. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Ronald L. Walter — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ronald. 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 Ronald L. Walter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ronald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ronald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald'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; Ronald 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 Ronald
Ronald 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. Ronald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ronald'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 Ronald L. Walter
How much does it cost to hire Ronald for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ronald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ronald offer a free consultation?
Ronald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ronald's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Ronald'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. Ronald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ronald take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Ronald 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 — Ronald 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 Ronald?
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. Ronald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ronald accepting new employment clients right now?
Ronald'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
Ronald 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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