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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 and handle employment problems. No business should be without its own attorney for advice and counsel. Many business problems can be avoided by obtaining pro-active legal advice. My experience and training in business law means small business owners can rest easy.

Personal Data

Born in 1963
Married with two sons

Education

B.S. from University of Minnesota in 1985
J.D. from University of Notre Dame in 2000
Admitted to Wisconsin Bar in 2000

Professional Activities

Member of Wood County Bar Association
Member of State Bar of Wisconsin
Member Wood County Adult Drug Treatment Court
Member, Board of Directors, Wisconsin Rapids Community Theater

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 does it mean that you should not have someone vigorously defend your rights. As with any other case, you can increase your likelihood of a successful resolution by immediately contacting an attorney. As your defense attorney, I will defend your Constitutional Rights no matter the charge and no matter the circumstances.

I also help people file for bankruptcy. I find that most people who come in to discuss a potential bankruptcy are good people who have suffered a terrible hardship such as a sick child, the loss of a job, or have gone through a difficult divorce. It is truly rewarding to help these people get a fresh start in life.

Regardless of the type of work I am doing, I endeavor to exercise the highest degree of honesty, integrity and professionalism in all my dealings with my clients, fellow attorneys, and our legal system.

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"I wanted to write a note of appreciation to you for all that you did for my son ---'s bankruptcy. So much frustration for so long, yet you kept persisting and made this huge burden be lifted off of our shoulders. You excelled in your profession, keeping up with the excessive forms of communication between ---, --- & --- and all the paperwork. But even more important Greg, is that you excel as a man who is kind and caring and empathetic to human problems and are willingly ready to help. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

P.S. Thought you might like the stationary I chose Greg. We know the adage - 'as wise as an old owl' - I don't know how old you are but I do know you are very wise & knowledgeable about the law. Thank you again for dispensing it so wisely."

- C.J.

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Personal Data

Born in Kewaunee, Wisconsin in 1978.
Married to his wife Jill since 2003.
Two children, daughter - Kate, son - Colin.


Community Involvement

United Way of Inner Wisconsin - Board of Directors, 2006-Present; Governance Committee, 2005-Present; Legacy Society, 2005-Present.
Boys & Girls Club of Wisconsin Rapids - Board of Directors, April 2007-Present.
State of Wisconsin Mock Trial Competition - Performance Judge, 2005-2007.
State of Wisconsin Mock Trial Competition - Attorney Coach, Oct. 2008 - Present.
Wood County Bar Association - Vice President, April 2007-Present.

Personal Interests

Spending time with my family.
Increasing my comprehensive knowledge of fantasy football.
Attempting to not embarrass myself on a golf course.
Expanding my vast knowledge of useless movie trivia.

Education

B.S. University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point - 2001
J.D. Hamline University School of Law - 2004

Professional Activities

Wisconsin State Bar Association - 2004
Federal Court for the Western District of Wisconsin - 2007