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Scott Edwin Wade, Workers Comp Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Over 33 years of legal practice · 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing workers comp in Milwaukee since 1993.

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Years practicing
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1 client review
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Scott Edwin Wade is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Scott has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Milwaukee, WI
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Milwaukee, WI.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Scott Edwin Wade: Scott Edwin Wade is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Scott has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Scott takes on

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

Workers Comp cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Scott Edwin Wade — workers comp lawyer in Milwaukee

Scott Edwin Wade is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Scott has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C.. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Atty. Scott Edwin Wade is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. Scott Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Scott Edwin practices at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.

Working with Scott on a workers comp matter

Atty. Scott Edwin Wade is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. Scott Edwin received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Scott Edwin practices at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.

Clients Scott works with

Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Detroit College of Law

    J.D. Michigan · 1993

  • University of Michigan

    B.A. University · 1988

Jurisdictions

Scott's state bar admissions

  • Colorado (inacative)

    1995 · ACTIVE

  • Florida (Inactive)

    1994 · ACTIVE

  • Wisconsin U.S. Distr

    1994 · ACTIVE

  • State and Federal Co

    1994 · ACTIVE

  • Michigan

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • State Courts

    1993 · ACTIVE

Scott studied at J.D. Michigan in Detroit College of Law and B.A. University in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Scott completed J.D. Michigan in Detroit College of Law and B.A. University in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Scott's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Wisconsin State Bar of Michigan

    membership

Locations

Scott Edwin Wade's office in Milwaukee

Scott's primary office is at 788 N. Jefferson St., Ste. 500, Milwaukee, WI, 53703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C.

788 N. Jefferson St., Ste. 500

Milwaukee, WI 53703

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Scott Edwin Wade — 4.9/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Scott. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Milwaukee.

4.9

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Hiring guide

How to hire Scott Edwin Wade — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Scott

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Scott Edwin Wade

  • How much does it cost to hire Scott for a workers comp case?

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

  • Does Scott offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do workers comp cases in Wisconsin typically take?

    Simple workers comp 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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?

    Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?

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

  • Is Scott accepting new workers comp clients right now?

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

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Milwaukee, Madison and Waukesha in Wisconsin

Scott handles workers comp matters throughout Wisconsin. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.

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