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Although Maggie Cook has long had an interest in the law, she hadn’t always planned to go to law school.

In her more than 26 years of experience in the legal field, Colleen Ball has obtained the sort of foresight that lets her identify unspoken needs and deficiencies in a system that is often over-complicated.

When the landmark decision Obergefell v. Hodges held in 2015 that all states must recognize and issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, the law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown was there to help couples adapt to the changes.

Working in a field where men are much more common than women, Walny Legal Group is changing the status quo.

For the neglected, abused and misunderstood, Kelsey Burazin offers a safe haven and an open-minded outlook.

Criminal-defense attorney Jessica Giesen has immersed herself in her practice.

A competitive spirit may have pushed Michelle Hockers through Marquette’s Pre-Law Scholars program, but it’s compassion that has earned the Murphy & Prachthauser associate exceptional success since then.

When Raye Daugherty started her career as a 23 year old, she had to work hard to establish her credibility and gain the trust of managers who were taking her advice.

Tagged with: Quarles & Brady Raye Daugherty

A win can be hard to come by in the State Public Defender’s appellate office for lawyers who are handling appeals cases involving crimes, juvenile matters, mental commitments and terminations of parental rights.

Tagged with: State Public Defender’s Office Susan Alesia

Communication isn’t always easy in the midst of fast-paced merger and acquisition deals.

Tagged with: Husch Blackwell Kate Bechen

In today’s rapidly changing legal profession, Joseph Tierney keeps one principle in mind.

For Tracey Klein, the best response to any situation is one that makes clients’ needs the priority.

No task is too big for Nicole Willette. Then again, no task is ever too small.

It’s all about trust for Gardner Govan and his clients.

It’s one thing to take on a rebranding project for a law firm of more than 120 staff and attorneys.

When a client starts asking the legal assistant for advice, you know you’re in good hands.

If you ask Tim Nettesheim, he’ll say his career has been defined by his willingness to change and learn new things.

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“I would characterize Craig as a quiet leader,” said Sandy Drexler, vice president of resource development at United Way Fox Cities. “He gets stuff done, but doesn’t necessarily like the recognition for it. He just steps up.”

Tagged with: Craig Christensen Habush Habush & Rottier

When Art Harrington was growing up in Kenosha, he probably didn’t realize he would one day represent his hometown after one of its last big manufacturers closed its doors.

Tagged with: Art Harrington Godfrey & Kahn

Combining a problem-solving mind with a customer-friendly attitude, Chandru Solraj offers the best of both worlds.

Tagged with: Chandru Solraj Database Administrator Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office

As a lawyer at Quarles & Brady, Leah McNeely has had plenty of opportunities to appreciate the contributions of Kathryn Kirk.

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Tammy Raymond has been described as organized, proactive and generous in her work as a legal secretary.

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Staci Jensen’s juggling act is not for show.

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The compassionate disposition the associate attorney Katie Christiansen brings to her criminal-defense and civil-litigation practice can perhaps be best exemplified by a moment that her colleagues at Doar, Drill & Skow say “solidified her passion for being a zealous advocate for juveniles and those in need of help.”

“I’m naturally a planner,” says Kelly Dancy. “Ask anyone in my family — I’m constantly organizing and reorganizing.”

Matteo Reginato went to law school with the intention of pursuing a practice in transactional law. He had graduated cum laude from the University of Houston and established a successful career in finance and mergers and acquisitions.

Richard Orton said he has three characteristics that he believes make him a great fit for civil litigation: an inquiring mind, a desire to help others and a competitive drive.

Madison-area estate planning attorney Marilyn Crowley is proving that it’s never too late to learn new things and develop new skills.

Tagged with: Marilyn Crowley Neider & Boucher

Ellen Nowak said she has followed an interesting path to her current position as the chairperson of the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.

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Chris Nelson is not only a lawyer to lawyers, but also a friend to lawyers.

Tagged with: Christine Nelson Nelson Connell Tallmadge & Slein