Atty. Eric E. Hobbs

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.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (414) 567-3980

Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric E. Hobbs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Workers Compensation

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 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →

Class Action

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Health Care 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric E. Hobbs

Where is Eric E. Hobbs's law office located?
Eric E. Hobbs's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric E. Hobbs handle?
Eric E. Hobbs focuses on employment, workers comp, class action, civil rights, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Eric E. Hobbs practiced law?
Eric E. Hobbs has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Eric E. Hobbs go to law school?
Eric E. Hobbs earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Eric E. Hobbs for a consultation?
You can contact Eric E. Hobbs 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 Eric E. Hobbs received?
Eric E. Hobbs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University Law School
- 1985
B.A.
Calvin College
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987

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