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Lawton Cates, S.C. Pro

4.5
55 reviews

1050 East Washington Ave., Suite 330, P.O. Box 2965, Madison, WI 53701-2965, U.S.A.

General Trial Practice, Federal Practice, State Courts and 22 more

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About Lawton Cates, S.C.

When you need an attorney, trust the voice of experience...call the attorneys at Lawton & Cates.

Since 1958, Lawton & Cates, S.C. has served clients throughout Wisconsin in court and administrative hearings covering all areas of legal dispute. The firm has emphasized civil trial practice and has developed the depth and skills necessary to handle a wide range of disputes and to manage large, complex cases utilizing our team concept. We are recognized as a leader in class actions, insurance coverage issues, and environmental litigation. Our commitment to excellence in litigation allows us to maintain our small firm atmosphere while competing against the large firms.

 

Lawton Cates, S.C. (Madison, Wisconsin)
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Champion Badge Platinum

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Lawton Cates, S.C. got this award in 2021

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4.5
Civil Rights
Posted by Adam
January 23, 2023
Hired Law Firm

Attorney Stegall is top notch! My case was not the easiest but he handled it with great care. He's everything you could ask for in a great attorney.

Consumer Law
Posted by anonymous
August 31, 2021
Hired Attorney Briane F. Pagel Jr.

Briane is a very tenacious attorney fighting for consumers that need help against large debt collectors who use their unlimited resources against them. He will go to the mat, taking cases to jury, and even appeals court. Debt collectors know this which is why I believe he gets good results. I believe he is the best consumer lawyer in Wisconsin.

 
Civil Litigation
Posted by anonymous
May 14, 2020
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

I highly recommend Mr. Stegall as i had a great experience hiring him. He took really good care of my case, was very attentive and articulate in coordination and very punctual on correspondences. I valued the advice given which solved the case. Overall I am very happy with the hiring and would gladly hire again.

Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
February 08, 2020
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

I saw a commercial for Lawton and Cates on TV. I contacted them and was directed to Dave. He was very helpful in the first phone call. Made picking him very easy. He was very thorough and professional. Couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer

Traffic Violations
Posted by anonymous
January 29, 2020
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

Dave was very easy to work with and very responsive. He got the job done and we are pleased with the end result. :)

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
January 15, 2020
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

I was so thankful to have David in our corner every step of the way. We were given clear advice and guidance throughout. It was great to work with a lawyer who could anticipate the other party's next moves and advise accordingly. David communicated very well. Along the way, we were given realistic expectations of timelines as well as possible outcomes, which made the entire legal process go smoothly..no surprises! Thank you, David!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
December 10, 2019
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

David was extremely professional, informative and knowledgeable. Kept me up to date through email of any and all activity related to my case. I would hire again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
December 04, 2019
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

Mr. Stegall was excellent at keeping me up to date, as well as keeping me inform of the status and strategy of our case. It was always a pleasure working with him. He proved to be professional, trustworthy and easy to communicate with.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
November 25, 2019
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

when i called and had question he always got back to me asap. and always had the answers. all it took was a phone call. he always explained stuff to me so i could understand them. he and his staff made a real stressful time in my life due to medical bills ect. he and his staff were on top of it all.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
November 24, 2019
Hired Attorney David M. Stegall

I am exceptionally pleased to have chosen Mr. Stegall as my attorney to represent me in my workers compensation case.. Mr. Stegall was very adept arguing the laws pertaining to my matter. He was available to my schedule, pleasant and comfortable to talk with, persuasive with the opposition and strategically wise. He also has years of experience in the Wisconsin legal system. Mr. Stegall was successful in negotiating a settlement above my expectation. It's a pleasure to note this for others!

 
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Areas of Law

  • Litigation 1
    • General Trial Practice
  • Administrative Law 1
    • Administrative Agency Practice
  • Antitrust and Trade Regulation 1
    • Antitrust
  • Bankruptcy
  • Commercial Law
  • Construction Law
  • Class Actions
  • Insurance 1
    • Insurance Coverage
  • Personal Injury 6
    • Automobile Accidents And Injuries
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Slip And Fall
    • Dog Bites
    • Head Injury
    • Spinal Injury
  • Transportation 1
    • Trucking Law
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Labor and Employment 2
    • Labor And Employment
    • Sexual Harassment
  • Civil Rights 1
    • Employment Discrimination
  • Workers Compensation
  • Products Liability
  • Other 2
    • Federal Practice
    • State Courts

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    Free initial consultation

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  • Firm History
    Year Established

    1958

  • State Bar Summary

    All Members and Associates are members of the State Bar of Wisconsin.

  • Representative Clients

    Reference: M & I Bank of Southwestern Wisconsin.

    REPRESENTATIVE CLIENTS: Agromac International, Inc.; Capital City International, Inc.; Cranberry Products, Inc.; Dow Jones Co., Inc.; ESPN; Esselte-Pendaflex, American Hospital Association; Grolier, Inc.; Iberis International, Inc.; Innovative Control Systems; Keene Manufacturing, Inc.; Martin Marietta Corp.; Miles Homes of Wisconsin, Inc.; National Home Products, Inc.; Pannell Kerr; Sherwin Williams Co.; Sterling Custom Homes, Inc.; Sunny Industries; Touche Ross & Co.; Uniek, Inc.; Verex Corp.; Wisconsin Association of Food Dealers; Wisconsin Dairy Products Ass'n.; Wisconsin Merchants Federation; Agromac International, Inc.; Bank One; Innovative Control Systems; Uniek, Inc.; Sunny Industries.
    Reference: M & I Bank.

  • Pro Bono Services

    Lawton & Cates and its lawyers are all committed to giving back to the community. The firm helped found the Consumer Law Clinic at the University of Wisconsin Law School. Attorney Kent Carnell is one of the founders of Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin. The firm is a consistent supporter of Porchlight, an organization that provides emergency shelter to the homeless, and the Domestic Abuse Intervention Services.

     
  • Additional Links

    https://www.lawtoncates.com/attorneys/dan-bach
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4.5
55 reviews

1050 East Washington Ave., Suite 330P.O. Box 2965Madison, WI 53701-2965U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
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