Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 58+ Years Experience
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About Brian E. Butler at a Glance
Brian E. Butler is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Stafford Rosenbaum LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, franchise, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1968), Wisconsin (1972), and Arizona (2021). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1968) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian E. Butler
- Atty. Brian E. Butler is a lawyer practicing antitrust, business litigation, dealership law and 4 other areas of law
- Brian received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Brian practices at Stafford Rosenbaum LLP in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Brian E. Butler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian E. Butler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Business & Corporate Law in Madison
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Franchise Law in Madison
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Civil Litigation in Madison
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Insurance Law in Madison
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Madison
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Madison Choose Brian E. Butler
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian E. Butler's practice in the field of business, franchise, litigation, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian E. Butler brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, Wisconsin, and Arizona, Brian E. Butler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, franchise, and litigation, Brian E. Butler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Brian E. Butler attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian E. Butler Handles in Madison
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