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Steven Kruzel, Employment Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Over 12 years of legal practice

AssociateatQuarles & Brady LLP

Milwaukee, WI

Practicing employment in Milwaukee since 2014.

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Steven Kruzel is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP.

Based in
Milwaukee, WI
Experience
over 12 years
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Milwaukee, WI.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Steven Kruzel: Steven Kruzel is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP.

Areas of practice

Steven's practice areas in Milwaukee

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

Employment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.

Biography

Steven Kruzel, employment attorney serving Milwaukee

Steven Kruzel is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment. Steven has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Steven works from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and takes on employment matters across the region.

Atty. Steven Kruzel is a lawyer practicing labor & employment. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2011, and has been licensed for 12 years. Steven practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.

Working with Steven on a employment matter

Atty. Steven Kruzel is a lawyer practicing labor & employment. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2011, and has been licensed for 12 years. Steven practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.

Who Steven represents

Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Steven studied and practices

  • Marquette University Law School

    J.D. · 2014

  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    B.S. · 2011

Jurisdictions

Steven's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin

    2014 · ACTIVE

Steven studied at J.D. in Marquette University Law School and B.S. in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Law school and academic background

Steven completed J.D. in Marquette University Law School and B.S. in University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Steven Kruzel's office in Milwaukee

Steven's primary office is at 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-4426. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Quarles & Brady LLP

411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400

Milwaukee, WI 53202-4426

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Hiring guide

How to hire Steven Kruzel — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven 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 Steven

Steven 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Steven'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 Steven Kruzel

  • How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment case?

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

  • Does Steven offer a free consultation?

    Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven'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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?

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

  • Is Steven accepting new employment clients right now?

    Steven'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

Steven 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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