BLUF: After nearly four years of representing myself, I had developed a good sense of what…read moreeffective advocacy looks (and doesn't look) like. Attorney Leaf exceeded my expectations. Once I retained her, I felt like the cavalry had arrived. She reduced my financial exposure from thousands of dollars to hundreds, and the difference in preparation and advocacy between Attorney Leaf and opposing counsel was immediately apparent. I imagine there's a time when a young person dreams of becoming an attorney, then spends years learning what excellence in the profession looks like. Then comes the day that person realizes they have become that attorney--and demonstrates it every day. In my view, Kristin Leaf is one of those attorneys. Words I would use to describe her are: mindful; considerate; empathetic; strategic; capable; understanding; and formidable. By simply doing her job well, Attorney Leaf distinguished herself immediately. The difference in preparation, responsiveness, and resourcefulness in court was obvious. Although Attorney Leaf treated the "other side" with courtesy and respect, and always conducted herself in a dignified manner, the difference in caliber between Attorney Leaf and opposing counsel was unmistakable. She takes the time to understand not just your legal position, but what you're actually trying to accomplish. She doesn't make you feel like a "case," like billable time, or like she's got more important things to be doing. She treats you like a human. She's also mindful that her time is your money and makes every interaction count. I personally observed that Attorney Leaf stepped in and pinch-hit for my other GRGB attorney. She's got people's backs. I had been pro se for almost four years, with the exception of two short appearances by attorneys that made my situation worse. I have no doubt that if I had been represented by Attorney Kristin Leaf from the beginning, I would be in a much stronger position in family court today. Most people "don't have the money" to spend on a lawyer, me included, but if it comes to spending money you don't have, better to spend it on someone who will work hard to get the outcomes you need-and who has a responsive, supportive, hard-working team-than on a budget attorney who doesn't truly listen or prioritize you. That's the one thing I appreciated most about Attorney Leaf. She listens--even when she probably already knows the answer. Even when your thinking is off track. Even when you're discussing something the court can't fix. She listens first, then works with you to identify the path forward. Attorney Leaf has clearly invested in becoming an exceptional attorney, and it shows in every interaction. GRGB is lucky to have her. Retain her before the other side does! I am also represented by another GRGB attorney in a criminal matter. As that case progresses, I expect to update this review to reflect that experience as well. That said, if you need representation on multiple legal fronts, that's yet another advantage of retaining this firm.

Terrible experience folks. I hired a divorce attorney from this law firm with the high hopes that…read morehe would be good. Unfortunately, he ended up being anything but. He was absolutely awful - honestly the worst attorney I've ever encountered. Among many other things, he would not respond in a timely manner (I would wait for days, sometimes weeks) and then he kept me in the dark on almost everything. He was full of empty promises and misinformation and didn't seem to know family law like he should. He was very disrespectful toward me as a client too, so I would avoid this law firm if I were you.

I filled out their online contact form and they never bothered to call or email me. Not very…read morereliable.

I hired this firm to represent me in a very complex estate and inheritance issue which included a…read morepossible loss of those monies to the state of Wisconsin medicare recovery, Attorney Dayna Lefebvre knew exactly how to handle my situation and is one of the few attorneys in southeast Wisconsin who does, which I know all to well as I interviewed a number of other attorneys regarding this issue and I now know from experience that they would have handled this incorrectly and I very likely would have lost this money.I can not say enough good things about the expertise, professionalism, and compassion of Dayna and the other Attorneys in this firm.These Attorneys really care about the end result for the benefit of their clients.I feel very fourtunate to have found them!

Chris Hueneke supercedes ALL factors one would seek in an attorney, and I am ever so grateful that…read moreI found him, and that he warmly agreed to accept my case. Due to the extreme negligence endured from a previous attorney who started my father's probate case, Chris was assuredly handed an atypical, intricate situation. He not only had to amend multiple, crucial errors that were initially made, but also had to ensure that the case continued to flow in a timely manner. Prior to finding Attorney Chris, there were days I would just cry, feeling stuck and not sure how to proceed appropriately with the mess that had already been created by a claimed professional (previous laywer). However, after working with Chris directly, its no wonder this man won Super Lawyer multiple years in a row for his outstanding work. From my initial visit, to the closing of the estate, Chris went above and beyond to kindly and thoroughly list and explain EVERY STEP, and even the ones subsequent to the present. His communication is amazing, he is a true pleasure to work with, and his navigation through this case was beautifully done. My personal situation required an intelligent individual, who was particularly knowledgeable on all avenues of estate law. Needless to say, Chris fit the bill and highly exceeded any expectations held. Not once was I left with unanswered questions, and I always felt 100% trust with Chris because I knew he sincerely cared...period. I very much admire him, as his qualities and actions deserve respect and praise. He is a true master at his craft! Attorney Chris Hueneke has been a tremendous honor to work with, and God's blessing for me all around. I do not feel this review is enough, to truly resonate my genuine appreciation for him. He has an exceptional personality and attributes, and his character, values and behavior make him a unique and rare find. I just cannot thank him enough for all he has done for me, and I would undoubtedly recommend this man 100 times over! THANK YOU SO MUCH, ATTORNEY CHRIS!

I retained Chris Hueneke to represented me in a divorce in 2015. He asked for an upfront fee of…read more$2500. At the court proceeding I expected him to advocate for me on my behalf. I even asked him to when we entered the Milwaukee courthouse. He never said a word on my behalf, and I mean nothing. He just sat in a chair with his hands on the table. The judge asked him if he had anything to say, and he replied "No, your honor". I was very disappointed with his attitude and representation. After the court hearing, I asked him why he didn't advocate on my behalf. He shrugged his shoulders, lifted his hands and slapped his thighs, and said nothing. At this point I realized what a mistake I made retaining him. A few weeks later, he had the nerve to send me a bill for another $700. I had no choice and paid it. I'm surprised he still practicing law. I feel because of his dishonesty, that he should be disbarred. My advice to anyone needed an attorney in a divorce proceeding is to go somewhere else and just stay away from Magner And Hueneke.

We worked with Jim Weber on our trust and will documents and found the firm through a legal service…read morebenefit that my husband's employer offered as a supplemental benefit. Given the cost of putting these documents together, the low monthly fee for a year was well worth it! With the current shaky state of our democracy, we felt it best to get a will and trust set up to ensure that we are protected in the event that some of our rights are removed. Overall the experience was good; Jim definitely knows what he is talking about and provides thorough answers to questions. At our appointment we were given nicely organized folders with our information in them and he explained the process before we signed anything. What wasn't so good? Jim was over 10 minutes late for our meeting and didn't acknowledge his tardiness in any way and there was no "thank you" or anything when we were done, just an awkward parting of ways from their conference room.

My business and I have been a client of Attorney Paul Erickson for more than 20 years. During all…read moreof that time I have benefited by nothing less than the most expert and forward-thinking, very helpful legal advice. Paul's ability to navigate around areas of trouble, think outside the box, and, most importantly, provide sound planning to avoid rough waters, have been invaluable. In his rare absence, others in his firm have stepped in and performed admirably. His reasonable fees have never given cause to question. I highly recommend Paul and his firm!

Avoid this place at all cost. Attorney Larson was not on my side from day one. Hindsight is 20/20…read morethis guy was working for the hospital and the insurance company, not me.There was so much wrong with everything it baffles me how the Office of Lawyer Regulation doesn't disbar this guy. Past the statute of limitations and this guy agrees to extend them without my consent! Forged documents! Deleted document! Purposely omitted documents! He doesn't even mention that the hospital was in contempt for not producing the documents that requested in the subpoena. Poor investigation skills. This guy failed to notice the hospital created an account under my name just prior to everything. There was so much wrong with how this dolt handled my case that I cannot even hardly begin to get into it here. I will say this; SAD, DISAPPOINTED, SCAM, WEAK,AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, AVOID AVOID AT ALL COST. I will file a complaint with the OLR over this embarrassment to the legal community.

Needed an attorney in Racine County and Jessica Sippel was recommended. Attentive to my needs…read more Advised me during phone consultations because I reside in Oshkosh. Overall was very satified with Attorney Sippel and her staff. Lisa in the office was great, an asset to the firm,for sure.

Over the past three years I have needed the professional services of an expert law firm. Thankfully…read morewhile conducting my search for legal counsel I found Hildebrand Law firm. On every occasion the Hildebrand group delivered the most thorough, expert and professional counsel that I could have hoped to receive. Without reservation, I highly recommend that anyone in need of legal services contact Hildebrand Law firm. You will be very glad that you did.

our lawyer, Matt Kaplan, was knowledgeable and friendly. he spent time with us to determine what…read moreour needs and goals were and created a solid estate plan for us. I highly recommend Hildebrand law offices for whatever legal needs you have.

I hired Christie to assist in my divorce in 2012. She made the process simple and kept me informed…read moreevery step along the way. She did a great job with establishing the child support order and has continued to assist me with reinforcing the order to this very day. She comes to court well prepared and has always had my best interest top of mind. I am thankful for the work she did (and continues to do) and would recommend her to anyone going through a divorce/child custody/support matters.

Hiring a lawyer is expensive, period. Spend wisely & do it right the first time!…read moreEric has been our family lawyer for more than 10 years. There are solid reasons for that: -He's a very experienced attorney. He knows exactly when, where and how hard to push. He has a very strategic tactical approach that lends for achieving overall goals. Not unlike a game of chess, Eric knows what move to make and at what moment. -As a well-respected attorney, with a significant reach across Metro Milwaukee, Eric has vast & diverse network of resources to tap. Ultimately, this network of Eric's has saved us a lot of money. -He is responsive, honest and committed! He doesn't tell you what you want to hear rather what will likely occur based on his experiences. In emotionally charged situations, this guidance is invaluable! -He's human! I cannot tell you how many times I have called Eric's office, upset and he's been more than a lawyer. His listened and then responded appropriately. He certainly talks through the legal implications but more importantly has never discounted my feelings. -He's reasonable Eric has also worked intentionally to mitigate our bill. Lawyers are an investment and Eric has always been very sensitive about to that. Family law situations take a long time to work through. Working with someone who is committed to the end game is paramount! Eric's the man for that job.