Atty. Douglas Maynard Poland

Atty. Douglas Maynard Poland

Douglas Maynard Poland is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, products liability, complex and multi-district litigation and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Madison Madison 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Maynard Poland at a glance

Douglas Maynard Poland is a Shareholder based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2001), and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (2004). Educated at Loyola University of Chicago (J.D., 1994) and Northwestern University (B.A. History, 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Maynard Poland is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, products liability, complex and multi-district litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Douglas practices at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Maynard Poland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Maynard Poland handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Douglas Maynard Poland

Where is Douglas Maynard Poland's law office located?
Douglas Maynard Poland's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Maynard Poland handle?
Douglas Maynard Poland focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Douglas Maynard Poland practiced law?
Douglas Maynard Poland has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Douglas Maynard Poland go to law school?
Douglas Maynard Poland earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. History, 1988).
How can I contact Douglas Maynard Poland for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Maynard Poland 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 Douglas Maynard Poland received?
Douglas Maynard Poland's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Chicago
- 1994
B.A. History
Northwestern University
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 2004
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2005

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