
Sven Eric Skillrud, Employment Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Securities
AssociateatGodfrey & Kahn, S.C.
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing employment in Milwaukee since 2005.
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Sven Eric Skillrud is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Securities. Sven has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C..
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Employment · Employment Contracts · Securities
- Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Securities matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sven Eric Skillrud: Sven Eric Skillrud is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Securities. Sven has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C..
Areas of practice
Sven's practice areas in Milwaukee
Sven concentrates on employment, employment contracts, securities, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Securities
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Tax
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Employment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sven 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 Sven agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sven takes employment contracts 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 Sven agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sven takes securities 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 Sven agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sven 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 Sven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Sven Eric Skillrud, employment attorney serving Milwaukee
Sven Eric Skillrud is an associate based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Securities. Sven has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.. Sven works from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and takes on employment matters across the region.
Atty. Sven Eric Skillrud is a lawyer practicing taxation, executive compensation, employee benefits and 1 other area of law. Sven received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sven practices at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.
How Sven handles employment matters
Atty. Sven Eric Skillrud is a lawyer practicing taxation, executive compensation, employee benefits and 1 other area of law. Sven received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Sven practices at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI.
The kind of cases Sven takes
Sven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and securities matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Sven studied and practices
Marquette University Law School
J.D. · 2005
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Sven's state bar admissions
North Carolina
2014 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
2005 · ACTIVE
Sven studied at J.D. in Marquette University Law School and B.B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Law school and academic background
Sven completed J.D. in Marquette University Law School and B.B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sven runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sven Eric Skillrud's office in Milwaukee
Sven's primary office is at 833 E. Michigan St., Ste. 1800, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-5615. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.
833 E. Michigan St., Ste. 1800
Milwaukee, WI 53202-5615
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How to hire Sven Eric Skillrud — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sven'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; Sven 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 Sven
Sven 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. Sven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sven'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 Sven Eric Skillrud
How much does it cost to hire Sven for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sven offer a free consultation?
Sven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sven'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. Sven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sven take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Sven 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 — Sven 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 Sven?
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. Sven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sven accepting new employment clients right now?
Sven'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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