Govan forms long-term relationships in his practice
It’s all about trust for Gardner Govan and his clients.
Korb shows commitment to detail
While an undergraduate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the 1990s, Todd Korb got an internship at the Wisconsin Department of Justice, an opportunity that gave him a sense of what a law career might be like.
Jones shows gratitude by helping others
Richard Jones is driven to give back to his community.
Mulcahy tireless in his pursuit of knowledge, community service
The secret to Rob Mulcahy’s success throughout his professional career has been the ability to recreate and reinvent himself by expanding his knowledge and expertise in many different areas of the law.
Verhoff a solution provider for all of her clients
Laura Skilton Verhoff always pictured having a job where she could assist other people with their problems. Initially after graduation, she took a job as a special education teacher. A few years later, Verhoff decided to study law.
Shannon starts quick, never slows down
Within 48 hours of being admitted into the Illinois bar, Tom Shannon had his first jury trial.
Election – Voter Intimidation and Coercion
This case comes before us on a bypass petition filed by the records custodian and chairman of the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission ("WERC"), James R. Scott. Scott appeals a decision of the circuit court that granted summary judgment to Madison Teachers, Inc. ("MTI") on its claim that the public records law was violated.
Judgment – Damages and Attorney’s Fees
In this eviction action, Gail Swaine appeals from the judgment of the circuit court. The circuit court awarded Swaine return of her security deposit and denied her claims for constructive eviction or rent abatement.
Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
John Terrell was sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of third-degree sexual assault for sexual intercourse without consent and one count of exposing genitals.
Plea Withdrawal
Amanda Longley appeals the circuit court’s judgment convicting her of one count of disorderly conduct involving domestic abuse and one count of misdemeanor battery.
Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
David Walton appeals from a judgment of conviction for armed robbery, felony theft, and misdemeanor theft, all as party to a crime and as a repeater.
Insurance – Statutory Interpretation
Mario Johnson appeals the circuit court’s grant of summary judgment against Johnson and in favor of Zurich American Insurance Company of Illinois. Johnson argues that the circuit court erred in granting summary judgment in favor of Zurich when the court concluded that Johnson’s injuries did not result from the “use” of an automobile within the meaning of the Zurich insurance policy.
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