Atty. David C. Keating
David C. Keating is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax deferred exchanges, commercial leasing and 8 other areas of law.
Commercial Leasing & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 45+ Years Experience
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About David C. Keating at a Glance
David C. Keating is a Shareholder based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Walsh & Keating, S.C.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, contracts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Western District o (1981). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1981) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Milwaukee Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David C. Keating
- David C. Keating is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax deferred exchanges, commercial leasing and 8 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- David practices at Walsh & Keating, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI
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David C. Keating's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David C. Keating handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Wills in Milwaukee
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Trusts in Milwaukee
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Contracts in Milwaukee
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Probate in Milwaukee
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Estate Planning & Probate in Milwaukee
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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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 C. Keating
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 C. Keating's practice in the field of wills, trusts, contracts, probate, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David C. Keating 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and contracts, David C. Keating 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 C. Keating 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 C. Keating Handles in Milwaukee
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