Wisconsin Rapids Lawyers

I often tell clients that usually when you think you need a lawyer, it is probably too late. In many situations, consulting an attorney as soon as possible may save you time, money, and difficulty on the back end. In my practice, I routinely help clients avoid problems down the road. However, some problems may be unavoidable and people find themselves in situations where they need the immediate help of an attorney. For example, I primarily work as a criminal defense attorney. Just because you have been accused of a crime does not mean you are guilty; nor...

Personal Data: Born in Stevens Point WI on April 24, 1951 Education: B.A. from University of Wisconsin in 1974 J.D. University of San Diego and University of Wisconsin in 1979 (cum laude) Admitted to Wisconsin Bar in 1979 Professional Activities: Member Order of the Coif. Member Wood County Bar Association Member American Bar Association Member State Bar of Wisconsin

My mission as an attorney is to help clients understand their rights and to guide them through complicated and oftentimes emotional court procedures. Day to day I concentrate on listening to clients, returning phone calls promptly, fighting for clients' rights and educating clients on what to expect from their cases. I specialize in family law, including divorce, adoption, custody and child support cases. I also specialize in criminal defense, making sure that the constitutional rights of those charged with a crime are protected. I am an experienced trial attorney. In the business arena, I help small businesses implement their business plans...

Since 1984, I have worked very hard to build my practice by giving clients the very best of my time, attention, and hard work. Some of the most common criticisms I hear about other lawyers is that they don't seem to care, don't return phone calls, don't keep the client informed, or just don't know what they're doing. Clients routinely thank me for the personal time and attention I give them, and I've been told many times that I've provided more useful information and guidance for them in one visit than they've had over the course of many weeks or...

Facing a legal issue can be a trying and scary time. Our laws and legal system often appear confusing and, at times, unjust. My goal as an attorney is to make the legal system more accessible by helping clients understand their rights. Each client has a unique situation that deserves individualized and personal attention. Keeping these things in mind, the client is always my number one priority. I listen to each client to determine his or her individual needs and expectation. I promptly return phone calls and emails to answer any questions or concerns a client may have. Finally, I...