Atty. David J. Hanson

Atty. David J. Hanson

Atty. David J.

Madison Madison 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About David J. Hanson at a glance

David J. Hanson is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, government, health care, and energy. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis (1968). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School (J.D., 1968) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. David J. Hanson is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, antitrust & trade law, government and regulatory law and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • David practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Hanson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 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 J. Hanson

Where is David J. Hanson's law office located?
David J. Hanson's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Hanson handle?
David J. Hanson focuses on business, government, health care, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has David J. Hanson practiced law?
David J. Hanson has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did David J. Hanson go to law school?
David J. Hanson earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
How can I contact David J. Hanson for a consultation?
You can contact David J. Hanson 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 J. Hanson received?
David J. Hanson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School
- 1968
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis
Admitted: 1968

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