Atty. Eric E. Hobbs
Eric E. Hobbs is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations, advanced manufacturing, class action/ multi-district litigation team and 2 other areas of law.
Advanced Manufacturing & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 41+ Years Experience
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About Eric E. Hobbs at a Glance
Eric E. Hobbs is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, class action, civil rights, and health care. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of (1985) and District of Columbia (1987). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 1985) and Calvin College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric E. Hobbs
- Eric E. Hobbs is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations, advanced manufacturing, class action/ multi-district litigation team and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Calvin College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Eric practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Eric E. Hobbs's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric E. Hobbs handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Employment Law in Milwaukee
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric E. Hobbs is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Workers Compensation in Milwaukee
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric E. Hobbs is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →
Class Action in Milwaukee
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Civil Rights in Milwaukee
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Eric E. Hobbs is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Wisconsin →
Health Care Law in Milwaukee
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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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 Eric E. Hobbs
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 Eric E. Hobbs's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, class action, civil rights, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric E. Hobbs brings 41+ 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. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of and District of Columbia, Eric E. Hobbs can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and class action, Eric E. Hobbs 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 Eric E. Hobbs 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 Eric E. Hobbs Handles in Milwaukee
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