Michael Best Law Firm Profile

Phone: 414-271-6560

Businesses need more from a law firm than skilled advice and representation alone — they need a long-term strategic partner like Michael Best.

We’ve earned many loyal clients by understanding each one’s unique goals, opportunities, and challenges and by delivering results, year after year. Our focus is on your entire organization, not just on the legal matters we’re involved in.

Michael Best is a full-service firm with more than 220 lawyers who provide our clients with the exceptional legal service and business acumen that have defined our firm for generations. Our practice is broadly organized into the following areas, each with its own sub-practices:

Banking & Financial Services

Corporate & Transactional

Energy Law

Environmental & Natural Resources

Government Relations & Public Policy

Intellectual Property

Labor & Employment Relations

Litigation

Real Estate

We serve regional, national, and international corporations, as well as municipalities, trade associations, nonprofits, family trusts, and individuals. Our clients range in size from small start-up ventures to global Fortune 500 companies, in many different industries. Michael Best has a long history of serving clients in the consumer and industrial products sectors. As those sectors evolve, our practice has grown to encompass a diverse range of technology and software clients.
Additionally, we have deep experience in a number of industries that are subject to unique regulatory schemes or rapidly changing market conditions, such as:

Agribusiness

Energy

Food & Beverage

Higher Education

Life Sciences

We work in collaborative, cross-practice teams that focus not only on legal and regulatory matters, but also on operational issues, market opportunities, and competitive advantage. We always strive to provide excellent service within a highly competitive cost structure, and clients consistently praise our responsiveness and value.

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Cheryl I. Aaron Senior Counsel Cheryl represents financial institutions, energy companies, and commodity trading firms (including both end-users and swap dealers) on a variety of derivatives transactions, and drafts... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Thomas A. Agnello Associate Thomas is a trademark attorney in the firm’s Intellectual Property Practice Group. His practice focuses on the acquisition, enforcement, and litigation of intellectual property rights,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Kenneth M. Albridge III Associate Ken helps clients resolve patent disputes, whether they are seeking to enforce their own patent rights, defend against another’s claims of patent infringement, or both. He has represented... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Victor J. Allen Attorney Victor represents clients in a broad scope of litigation matters in both state and federal courts. His experience in all facets of pre- and post-trial litigation encompasses pre-suit... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Michael H. Altman Partner Clients across multiple industries turn to Michael to coordinate their more complex business transactions. They value his quick assessment of issues and their implications, as well as his... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Louise Arnott Associate Louise focuses her practice on trademark law. She handles all aspects of selection and protection, including domestic and international clearance, prosecution, maintenance, licensing, due... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Luis I. Arroyo Partner Luis represents employers in a range of labor and employment matters and has developed a significant practice focusing on employee defection and recruitment, including litigating injunction... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Rachel N. Bach Associate Rachel focuses on intellectual property litigation, primarily on complex patent cases as well as trademark litigation. With a strong technical background and a degree in mechanical... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Marie G. Bahoora Associate Marie has represented clients at all stages of litigation in both federal and state court. She has experience handling a broad range of litigation matters including commercial contract... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Michael C. Barnhill Associate Mike has experience in all stages of litigation and has contributed to the successful resolution of a broad range of civil disputes. He has represented corporate and individual clients in... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Steven R. Battenberg Partner Steve focuses his practice in the areas of taxation and general corporate matters with a specific emphasis on non-profit tax, partnership tax, and Section 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Scott C. Beightol Partner Scott counsels clients on their “people” issues. Businesses, owners, and boards of directors look to Scott as their outside general counsel to ensure legal compliance of their operations... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Paul E. Benson Partner For more than 25 years, Paul has specialized in product liability defense, class action defense, insurance litigation, and complex commercial litigation. He is particularly well known for... [email protected] www.MichaelBest.com
Danielle M. Bergner Partner Danielle is widely recognized for her solutions-oriented approach to complex real estate projects and transactions. Clients benefit from her strategic problem-solving skills, her creative... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	J. Donald Best Partner Don’s outstanding track record is built on successful outcomes in complicated and high-profile intellectual property litigation across a wide range of industry sectors and in courts... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Albert Bianchi, Jr. Associate A.J. focuses his litigation practice on intellectual property and federal court matters, including disputes over evolving patent, trademark and copyright infringement, contract disputes,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Linda H. Bochert Of Counsel Linda has spent her career in the arena of environmental regulation. Bringing her 17 years of experience as a state regulator, for 24 years she has continued to help our clients establish... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
William D. Booth Bill, who leads the firm’s Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) practice, has 20 years’ experience counseling a wide range of clients in the energy sector, including: Regional... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Jeffrey H. Brown Partner Jeff counsels clients on a wide range of business and intellectual property matters, including trademark, copyright, advertising, and unfair competition. He assists clients in developing... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Matthew C. Carlson Partner Matt is an experienced real estate practitioner who advises clients on a wide array of real estate and development matters. Matt is adept at handling large-scale, politically sensitive... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Anne M. Carroll Associate Anne provides counseling and representation to employers with respect to a full spectrum of legal issues that arise out of the employment relationship. Anne focuses her practice on the... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Alan C. Cheslock Partner Al works with manufacturers that are developing products such as vacuum cleaners, power tools, heat exchangers, and air purifiers. These clients rely on Al for his quick work and novel... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Holly E. Courtney Associate Holly concentrates her practice on labor and employment disputes and counsel. As a litigator, she mounts forceful and persuasive defenses before federal and state courts and administrative... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Julia M. Cox, Ph.D. Patent Agent Julia Cox is a Patent Agent and a member of the Intellectual Property Practice Group in the Madison office. Dr. Cox has an extensive background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Molecular... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	David A. Crass Partner; Industry Group Chair, Agribusiness, Food & Beverage David’s practice sits squarely at the intersection of the food-water-energy nexus. His work in the areas of environmental, regulatory, agricultural production, manufacturing and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
David W. Croysdale Partner David is a zealous and unrelenting advocate in employment and labor relations matters. He also serves as general counsel for selected clients. David’s practice is defined by his singular... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Michelle L. Dama Partner Corporate clients turn to Michelle for her experience litigating commercial and intellectual property disputes, among other matters. Michelle also serves as a member of the firm’s Class... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Luke W. DeMarte Partner Luke focuses his practice on trademark, copyright, and entertainment law. Known for his close relationships with clients and the practical advice he offers on a wide range of complex... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Andrew T. Dufresne Attorney Andrew Dufresne is an attorney focusing his practice on intellectual property law. Dr. Dufresne has experience with patent prosecution, reexamination, and post-grant proceedings before the... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Michelle Wagner Ebben Partner Michelle provides strategic counsel and representation to clients involved in a range of construction, real estate and project development matters. Representative work includes: Complex... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	eBusiness Practice Michael Best Michael Best & Friedrich LLP's eBusiness/Information Technology Practice Group counsels clients on a full spectrum of legal needs related to new technologies and new ways of doing... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com/
Adrienne S. Ehrhardt Partner Known for giving practical and actionable legal advice, Adrienne counsels clients on the many complex aspects of privacy and data management matters. Her extensive background includes... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Sarah N. Ehrhardt Partner Sarah works with clients from varied family and financial backgrounds on estate planning, business succession, and trust and estate administration matters. The foundation of her practice is... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Energy Practice Michael Best Energy and infrastructure powers our economy. The firm’s Energy Team is a leading legal practice serving the entire energy industry. Our multi-disciplinary team possesses an industry-... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Richard F. Ensor Managing Partner, Salt Lake City & Midvale Offices Clients rely on Rick’s deep understanding of the mediation, arbitration, litigation, and appellate processes. Rick has been the lead trial attorney on a variety of complex cases presented... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Joshua B. Erekson Senior Counsel As senior counsel, Josh advises clients in all realms of corporate law, including federal and state securities law compliance, the formation and financing of start-up businesses, and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Gilberto E. Espinoza Partner Gilberto is a persuasive and effective advocate for clients seeking to protect their intellectual property assets. Focusing his practice on patent litigation at both the trial and appellate... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Benjamin E. Evans Associate Ben concentrates his practice on preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications, particularly in the mechanical arts field. He provides his clients with a broad array of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Edward J. Evans Partner A partner in the Intellectual Property Practice Group, Ed focuses on the prosecution of U.S. and international patent applications involving mechanical and electro-mechanical subject matter... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Jennifer L. Ewan Senior Counsel As senior counsel, Jenn provides guidance and support to startup and growth phase companies, as well as advice on a wide variety of employment and corporate matters. In 2017, she completed... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Jason P. Faust Associate Clients rely on Jason for strategic counsel regarding a broad range of employee benefits and executive compensation matters, including: Qualified defined benefit and defined contribution... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Cameron F. Field Associate Cameron brings a broad focus to his work advocating for clients in the agribusiness, food and beverage, and energy industries. He assists clients in navigating the state and federal... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
John D. Finerty, Jr. Partner Colleagues and clients alike describe John as a creative and pragmatic litigator. As an advisor to corporate boards, CEOs, and presidents of publicly traded and privately held companies,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Sarah E. Flotte Partner Sarah serves as a trusted advisor offering proactive, strategic employment counsel. Representing companies and management exclusively, she works with a diverse range of manufacturing,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Kelly M. Fortier Partner Kelly helps employers of all sizes meet their staffing needs by handling the immigration issues they face in hiring foreign nationals and moving employees around the globe. A partner in the... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Alexander P. Fraser Partner Alec serves as primary outside counsel to national, regional, and community banks on interest rate swaps, foreign exchange, commodities, and other derivatives product lines, including... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Daniel J. Gawronski Associate Dan is an approachable, energetic and trusted associate with a practice focusing on general business and other corporate matters. Dan counsels corporate clients of all sizes and brings a... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Arthur Gollwitzer III Partner Arthur Gollwitzer is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group. Mr. Gollwitzer combines trial and appellate experience gained as a federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Robert L. Gordon Partner Bob handles complex tax cases, often involving novel or first impression issues. His practice includes: Federal, state, and local taxation and tax controversies Trial and appellate tax... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Government and Regulatory Law Group Michael Best Government and Regulatory Law Group Michael Best’s Government and Regulatory Law Group intimately understands the dynamics of the regulatory and legislative environments. We use that knowledge to guide effective participation... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Katherine L. Goyert Associate Kate focuses on employment counseling for employers and management and defending employers in federal, state, and administrative litigation. Clients value Kate’s litigation skills and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Denise Greathouse Partner Denise represents management clients in regard to labor and employment matters. Clients in sectors such as construction, transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, food, and education turn... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Michael S. Green Partner Mike is a member of the firm’s Management Committee and a partner in the firm’s Transactional Practice Group. Mike is the former Chair of the firm’s Transactional Practice Group and leads... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Nancy Leary Haggerty Partner Nancy is a partner in the Land & Resources Practice Group. Her more than 30 years of experience covers a broad range of real estate law, including assisting clients in purchases, sales... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	David J. Hanson Partner Clients from regulated industries such as health care, insurance, public utilities and financial services call on Dave for sound counsel on a wide range of corporate, transactional, and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Gregory J. Hartwig Partner Clients value Greg’s strategic counsel relating to the protection of their intellectual property assets in the U.S. and abroad. His outstanding track record is built on successful outcomes... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	J. Alexander Hayes Senior Associate Alex provides clients with a full range of government relations, lobbying, strategic planning and public relations services. Drawing on his legal knowledge and experience, he assists in the... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Gregory T. Helding Associate Greg’s practice focuses on patent applications and software development and licensing agreements. He also assists with prosecuting patent applications. Prior to joining the firm, Greg... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Jordan J. Hemaidan Partner, Industry Group Chair - Energy Jordan helps energy companies and other sophisticated businesses structure and contract for large scale capital expansion and procurement, including representation in siting and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Joel E. Henry, Ph.D. Managing Partner Joel counsels start-up and growth phase companies regarding the development and protection of their intellectual property. With his background as a computer scientist, Joel is uniquely... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Kyle G. Hepner Associate Kyle’s outstanding track record in patent law is built on successful outcomes in patent litigation, drafting and prosecuting patent applications, and patent portfolio management. Clients... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Katherine C. Hinkle Associate Katie helps clients navigate real estate matters including financing, leasing, and acquisitions and dispositions. She works with lenders to negotiate and document financing transactions,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	M. Rhett Holland Associate Rhett represents clients in regard to the full spectrum of estate and business succession planning. He is a trusted advisor on the following issues: Preparation and implementation of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Katrina G. Hull Partner Katrina serves as a partner and advisor to companies seeking to establish and protect intellectual property in the global marketplace. Clients value her responsiveness, as well as her... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Rikki A. Hullinger, Ph.D. Patent Scientist Rikki applies knowledge and training she received while earning a Ph.D. in neuroscience to science-based strategies for life sciences and biotechnology patent prosecution. Her broad... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Michael Best has a longstanding commitment to the pursuit, protection, and management of our clients’ intellectual property rights. Our Intellectual Property Practice Group is the firm’s...

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W. Charles Jackson Partner Chuck brings a wealth of practical and business experience acquired during 40 years of practice to his representation of financial institutions. His clients benefit from his strategic... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Brian W. Jacobs Associate Brian draws on his background as an electrical engineer to advise clients on the preparation and prosecution of patent applications, as well as related intellectual property issues.... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Brad R. Jacobsen Partner Brad counsels clients on mergers and acquisitions, federal and state securities law compliance, forming and financing startup businesses and real estate matters. He has extensive experience... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Thomas A. Janczewski Partner Tom’s outstanding track record is built on his strong advocacy for clients in regard to federal, state, and municipal contracts, grants, and cost-share agreements. He is particularly valued... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Robert J. Johannes Partner Bob has participated in hundreds of transactions during the course of more than 30 years’ experience in his practice, advising closely held and family-owned U.S. and European (German, Swiss... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Benjamin T. Johnson Associate Ben brings a winning combination of big picture strategies and a collegial approach to his work defending employers against employment discrimination claims. A diverse range of clients... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Amy Schmidt Jones Partner, Practice Group Chair, Labor & Employment Relations Clients look to Amy to provide pragmatic, strategic counsel in managing the full spectrum of legal issues that arise out of the employment relationship. Amy collaborates with her clients to... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Paul A. Jones Of Counsel Paul draws on his extensive business experience as a successful serial venture capital-backed entrepreneur, investor, and angel investor to represent emerging technology and life sciences... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Richard L. Kaiser Partner Rich has a strong track record in intellectual property law, specializing in all stages of the patenting process for mechanical arts and technologies. He helps clients build patent... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Bradley J. Kalscheur Partner Brad serves as a trusted advisor to individuals, families and companies seeking to cost-effectively structure or transfer businesses. Clients value his responsiveness, particularly his... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Benjamin A. Kaplan Associate Ben focuses on consumer protection, business tort, and class action litigation, providing careful analysis of complex issues and practical advice for resolving disputes and concerns. Ben... [email protected] www.MichaelBest.com	Aaron H. Kastens Partner Aaron has broad experience litigating complex commercial matters in both federal and state court and through arbitration proceedings. He has served as first or second chair on cases through... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Daniel A. Kaufman Partner Clients turn to Dan because he is an outstanding litigator and a trusted advisor on employment issues. His deep knowledge of employment law, exceptional judgment, and strategic advice... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Melissa E. Kolom Senior Patent Agent Melissa brings more than fifteen years of legal experience to her job advising clients on the full spectrum of patent issues directed at biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. She has a strong... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Laura M. Konkel Associate Laura Konkel is a member of the firm’s intellectual property practice group. Ms. Konkel’s practice focuses on all aspects of ‎trademark selection and protection, including domestic and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Raymond R. Krueger Partner In a career spanning more than 40 years, Ray has developed a rare practice combining environmental law and law concerning art and architecture. He has also played a major role in the... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Jason A. Kunschke Senior Counsel Jason advises clients on all facets of employment and labor relations laws, including the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Act. Clients value Jason’s assistance with these as well as other... [email protected]est.com www.michaelbest.com

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Labor and Employment Relations The employer-employee relationship is an important and complex business relationship. Michael Best & Friedrich LLP’s Labor and Employment Relations Practice Group is a national practice... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Charles A. Laff Partner Chuck represents clients in all phases of intellectual property law. In addition to vigorous and effective litigation, he helps them obtain, maintain, assess, and enforce ownership of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Daniel M. LaFrenz Associate Daniel focuses on business and tax law issues, and his diverse practice addresses state and federal income tax, international tax, mergers and acquisitions, new market tax credit (NMTC)... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Michael R. Langer Partner Mike partners with clients to provide practical, strategic patent counsel. He represents clients of all sizes, including universities, emerging and mid-sized companies and Fortune 500... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Elizabeth N. Larson Associate Elizabeth focuses on employment discrimination, affirmative action, and Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) matters. Clients value her responsiveness, as well as her... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Molly S. Lawson Partner Molly is experienced in all phases of obtaining patent protection both in the United States and internationally. Her patent prosecution and patent clearance practice is focused on computer... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Jorge M. Leon Partner, Diversity and Inclusion Committee Chair Plan sponsors, administrators, fiduciaries, and third-party recordkeepers turn to Jorge for strategic counsel on designing, establishing, and maintaining retirement plans. Clients laud his... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Litigation Practice Michael Best Litigation is a serious undertaking. To prevail, clients need exceptional representation inside and outside the courtroom. Michael Best & Friedrich LLP's Litigation Practice Group, with... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Mark A. Lotito, Ph.D. Associate Mark assists clients in a range of employee benefits matters, including legal compliance, transaction due diligence, and litigation. He brings a multifaceted, big picture outlook to helping... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Gregory J. Lynch Partner Greg Lynch is a partner in the firm’s Transactional Practice Group and Energy Industry Group. He also is the Co-Founder of the firm’s Venture BestTM venture practice. His principal... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Katherine M. Lyons Patent Engineer Katie assists with the full procedural spectrum of patent issues including preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent applications. She brings a technical background to bear on her work... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Caitlin Mac Nair, Ph. D. Patent Scientist Caitlin helps clients protect and defend their intellectual property assets. She regularly assists in patent prosecution, responding to both United States and international office actions.... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Seth A. Mailhot Partner Seth brings more than 20 years of experience in a full spectrum of U.S. Food and Drug Administration-related matters to his leadership of the firm’s FDA Regulatory practice group.... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Miguel A. Manriquez Associate Miguel Manriquez is an attorney in the firm’s Labor & Employment Relations Practice Group. Labor and Employment Relations Law Mr. Manriquez assists clients with labor relations,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Paulette M. Mara Senior Counsel Paulette has more than 25 years of experience representing pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, and healthcare companies, financial institutions and financial services companies in... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Jonathan H. Margolies Partner Jon is a persuasive and effective advocate for large commercial clients seeking to protect their intellectual property assets. His outstanding track record is built on successful outcomes... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Brian J.N. Marstall Associate Brian’s practice is dedicated to obtaining robust patent protection for his clients’ innovation and developing strategies to minimize their patent infringement risk. Brian has significant... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Porter J. Martin Partner Porter has established a strong track record based on his strategic, results-driven representation of clients involved in complex corporate transactions. A diverse group of clients look to... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Stephen A. Mason Partner Stephen is a trusted advisor to companies seeking to protect their intellectual property assets. He brings an in-depth knowledge and a track record of success to his work advising startups... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Roxane E. Maywalt Attorney With nearly 25 years of experience in energy law, Roxane offers clients advice on federal and state laws and regulations, as well as effective representation in litigation of complex... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Lauren N. McComis Attorney Lauren provides clients with strategic advice on protecting their intellectual property assets. She focuses her practice on conducting patentability and clearance investigations and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Lori S. Meddings Partner Lori represents clients based in jurisdictions around the world, including Australia, Canada, Germany, Italy, Korea, and the United Kingdom. Many of Lori’s clients conduct business on an... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Kate M. Merath, Ph.D. Patent Scientist Kate applies training received as a Ph.D. in molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics to strategic, scientifically sound protection of life sciences, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Plymouth D. Nelson

Plymouth Nelson, Michael Best Law Firm, Intellectual Property and Patent Attorney

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Plymouth is known for his attention to detail and unflagging commitment to his clients’ business goals. He approaches each project with the mindset of a business partner to expand the IP...

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Aaron K. Nodolf

Aaron Nodolf, Michael Best Law Firm, Intellectual Property and Patent Attorney

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Aaron focuses on all aspects of intellectual property law, from counseling clients as they acquire IP assets to defending against competitor claims. He brings both experience and creative...

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Daniel A. O'Callaghan Partner Dan guides clients through all stages of the real estate life cycle, from acquisition to development, construction, financing, leasing and sale of multifamily and commercial properties. His... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Thomas E. Obenberger Partner Tom advises Fortune 500 and other national corporations on all aspects of labor, employment and discrimination law. Clients value his extensive, multistate experience spanning a range of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
José A. Olivieri Partner, Industry Group Chair José is the founder and co-chair of Michael Best’s immigration law practice. Clients depend on his deep knowledge of and experience with U.S. immigration law and employment-based... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Joseph L. Olson Partner Joe is a trial attorney practicing primarily in the areas of class action defense, wage and hour litigation, employee benefits litigation, regulatory compliance, and complex commercial... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Charles B. Palmer Managing Partner Chuck is a go-to lawyer for complex cases involving employment law, including independent contractor and joint employment matters. Clients rely on his years of experience in dealing with... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Todd E. Palmer Partner, Practice Group Chair For more than 25 years, Todd has helped numerous clients remain in compliance with all aspects of the complex and dynamic Clean Air Act regulatory program. His extensive knowledge of and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Hamang B. Patel Partner Clients call on Hamang for guidance on the federal, state and local tax and business law issues stemming from complex business transactions. His strategic counsel encompasses mergers and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Brian P. Paul Partner Brian brings strategic business vision to his work representing companies engaged in employment-related disputes, both in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies. The... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Kirk A. Pelikan Partner Kirk’s practice focuses on legal issues related to all aspects of the employment cycle, from hiring through termination and severance. Substantially experienced in both benefits and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Lisa R. Petersen Partner Lisa represents employers in regard to the full spectrum of labor and employment issues. Widely recognized for her work in employment litigation, she has achieved an enviable record of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Jeffrey D. Peterson Partner Jeff’s clients turn to him for help in protecting intellectual property assets, including patents, trademarks and copyrights, as well as for strategic counsel on all aspects of intellectual... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Mitchell W. Quick

Mitchell Quick, Michael Best Law Firm, Labor and Employment Attorney

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Mitch serves as a trusted advisor to businesses on all aspects of management labor and employment law. Clients value his deep knowledge of employment and labor laws, with an emphasis on...

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Melanie J. Reichenberger Partner Clients turn to Melanie to develop strategies for resolving intellectual property disputes both inside and outside of the courtroom. Whether patents, trademarks, trade dress, trade secrets... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Anne M. Reynolds, Ph.D. Senior Patent Agent Anne serves as a partner and advisor to companies seeking to establish and protect intellectual property in the global marketplace. She focuses on patent applications, patentability... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Farrah N.W. Rifelj Partner Farrah serves Michael Best in two capacities: as Deputy General Counsel and as a partner in the Labor and Employment Relations Practice Group. Her practice focuses on employment counseling... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Kelly R. Rourke Associate Kelly assists employers with administrative law matters, focusing her practice primarily on employment-based immigration. She regularly helps clients meet critical staffing needs by... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Eric H. Rumbaugh Partner Eric advises clients in all areas of labor and employment law. With a practice that is national in scope, he is particularly active in litigating matters involving trade secrets, non-... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Tanya M. Salman Associate Tanya defends companies in state and federal litigation involving commercial breach of contract, business tort disputes, real estate matters, and trademarks. She also has experience in... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Daniel L. Sanford Partner Dan brings a wealth of experience in the electric and gas industries to his work at Michael Best. He represents the full range of industry enterprises, including electric transmission... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
S. Edward Sarskas Partner Ed serves as a trusted advisor and counselor to business clients in various stages of the dispute resolution process. Taking a creative and practical approach, he helps clients evaluate and... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	John C. Scheller Partner Clients count on John’s extensive experience in commercial and intellectual property litigation before federal, state and administrative courts across the United States. His strong... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Marshall J. Schmitt Partner Marshall’s practice focuses on resolving disputes regarding scientific issues and counseling clients in chemical and biotechnology matters. A skilled first chair litigator and trial lawyer... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Thomas W. Scrivner Partner Tom’s practice includes all aspects of labor law and employment litigation. He represents clients in a broad range of industries including construction, health care, printing, education,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Lee M. Seese Partner Lee has substantial experience in insurance recovery, complex commercial litigation, product liability, and construction matters. He is well versed in all aspects of pre-trial litigation... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Jeffrey A. Sherman Senior Counsel Jeff advises electric utilities, natural gas companies, distribution companies, and marketing and trading companies on a broad array of regulatory compliance, litigation, and transactional... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Ann Ustad Smith Partner, Practice Chair Ann works with business owners, investors, and lenders, establishing and navigating their financial relationships and resolving matters relating to financial distress. Her practice is... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Billie Jean Smith Partner Billie works with clients to procure, manage and enforce IP portfolios including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. A seasoned practitioner with a strong track record of... [email protected] michaelbest.com
Marion C. Smith Director of Employment Relations and Compliance Marion applies her extensive experience to a broad range of complex labor and employment and strategic planning issues, working with our lawyers on behalf of Michael Best clients. Clients... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Judson D. Stelter Senior Counsel Jud represents management in all phases of employment law, including issues related to discrimination and harassment, wages and hours, family and medical leave, employment contracts, non-... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Taxation Practice Group Effective taxation work includes both comprehensive planning based on continually changing tax laws and resolution of tax controversies. Michael Best & Friedrich’s taxation team helps... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Derek J. Taylor Associate Derek provides responsive, targeted solutions to his clients’ challenges across a broad range of real estate and commercial financial transactions. His clients include developers and owners... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Carrie M. Ziegler Thomas Senior Counsel Overview Carrie is an experienced employment-based immigration attorney. She assists clients from a range of industries in meeting their U.S. immigration needs, and provides sound,... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Martin P. Tierney Partner Clients turn to Martin for his tenacious problem-solving approach to all areas of employee benefits law. He is particularly valued for his track record of untangling and simplifying complex... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Melissa M. Turczyn Partner Melissa works closely with entrepreneurs and has a strong track record helping to organize, finance, and build early-stage and emerging growth companies. Her broad experience includes... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Betsy T. Voter

Betsy Voter, Financial and securities lawyer, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Senior Counsel

In her role as senior counsel, Betsy focuses her practice on financial services, securities law, and regulatory compliance. In her past role as general counsel for a brokerage and clearing...

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Christopher E. Warner Associate Chris applies the knowledge, experience and perspective gained as a corporate lawyer for two law firms highly regarded in the venture capital industry to a corporate law practice focused on... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com/	Teresa J. Welch, Ph.D. Partner Teresa has more than 20 years of experience procuring patent protection in the area of life sciences, working with clients in the therapeutics and pharmaceutical area in their product life... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Sara R. Whaley Associate Clients look to Sara for her efficient approach and creative problem solving related to a diverse range of labor and employment issues. She provides thoughtful analysis in her work... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Adam E. Witkov Partner Adam is a relentless advocate for his clients in the areas of complex commercial and financial services litigation. Clients value Adam’s judgment, creative solutions, and results-driven... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Charlene L. Yager M.S. Partner Charlene provides counsel to chemical, pharmaceutical, and life sciences sector clients regarding the full spectrum of patent issues. Widely recognized for her successes in patent... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com	Wei Yan, Ph.D. Associate Wei brings an extensive technical background to his work in patent preparation and prosecution, freedom to operate analyses, patent landscaping, and due diligence. Wei is also a member of... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com
Sansun Yeh, Ph.D. Associate Sansun brings extensive experience in the life sciences to her work representing clients in regard to the full spectrum of foreign and U.S. patent prosecution. Her track record in freedom... [email protected] www.michaelbest.com

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Maryelena Zaccardelli

Senior Director of Affirmative Action Plans & Contractor Compliance

Maryelena draws on her extensive background as an employment attorney, affirmative action consultant, and employee relations manager to assist clients in navigating the complex statutes and...

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Leah Hurtgen Ziemba

Leah Hurgten Ziemba, Michael Best Law Firm, Agribusiness and Energy Attorney

Partner, Industry Group Chair

Leah takes a big-picture approach in advising clients as they face challenges on environmental, food safety, and regulatory compliance issues. She draws on experience gained in cases...

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International Intellectual Property

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has been selected for a 2018 NLR Go-To Thought Leadership award for their articles on International Intellectual Property Law. The attorney-authors at Michael Best detailed analysis of international IP issues, specifically in South America, provide NLR readers with important information on global trademark, patent, and copyright litigation and regulatory matters.