Atty. David B. Bartel
David B. Bartel is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, product liability, class action and 4 other areas of law.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 45+ Years Experience
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About David B. Bartel at a Glance
David B. Bartel is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on patent, personal injury, ip, class action, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1981), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1981). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1981) and University of Wisconsin (B.S. Pathology, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Milwaukee, Seventh Circuit and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin American Academy of Forensic Sciences Product Liability Advisory Council. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David B. Bartel
- David B. Bartel is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, product liability, class action and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
- David practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas Explained
David B. Bartel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Bartel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Patent Law in Milwaukee
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Personal Injury in Milwaukee
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Intellectual Property in Milwaukee
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David B. Bartel is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Wisconsin →
Class Action in Milwaukee
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Product Liability in Milwaukee
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
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 Milwaukee 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.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-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 Milwaukee Choose David B. Bartel
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 David B. Bartel's practice in the field of patent, personal injury, ip, class action, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David B. Bartel brings 45+ 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 Wisconsin, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, David B. Bartel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, personal injury, and ip, David B. Bartel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means David B. Bartel 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 David B. Bartel Handles in Milwaukee
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