Atty. David B. Karp

Atty. David B. Karp

Attorney David B. Karp is considered by many to be one of the best trial lawyers in the State of Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About David B. Karp at a glance

David B. Karp is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Karp & Iancu S.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, truck accidents, child custody, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1982). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1982) and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.A. American, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Attorney David B. Karp is considered by many to be one of the best trial lawyers in the State of Wisconsin
  • He has garnered such honors as being named a "Super Lawyer" by Milwaukee Magazine every year since 2005, and has been listed in the "Best Lawyers in America" publication for seven consecutive years
  • He was recently selected into the Top 100 Trial Lawyers (The American Trial Lawyer's Association.) He is a member of the American Association of Justice, The Wisconsin Association of Justice and is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
  • Mr. Karp has vast experience in both Personal Injury and Family Law/Divorce Matters
  • He has obtained hundreds of successful results at trial and has successfully settled countless more
  • Awards & Recognitions • Super Lawyer 2005 - 2014 • Best Lawyers in America 2006 - 2014 • Top 100 Trial Lawyer 2010 - 2014

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Karp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Karp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

David B. Karp is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Wisconsin →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David B. Karp is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Truck Accidents

David B. Karp is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Child Custody & Visitation

David B. Karp is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Wisconsin →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David B. Karp is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David B. Karp

Where is David B. Karp's law office located?
David B. Karp's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Karp & Iancu S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Karp handle?
David B. Karp focuses on divorce, car accidents, truck accidents, child custody, medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has David B. Karp practiced law?
David B. Karp has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David B. Karp go to law school?
David B. Karp earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. American, 1978).
How can I contact David B. Karp for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Karp directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David B. Karp received?
David B. Karp's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University
- 1982
B.A. American
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1982

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