Atty. Fred Gants
Fred Gants is a lawyer practicing labor, employment, erisa litigation and 2 other areas of law. Fred received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Employment & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 50+ Years Experience
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About Fred Gants at a Glance
Fred Gants is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2006). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1976) and Yale University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1986-1987) and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin (Director, Labor and Employment Law Section, 1987-1990, Dane County. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Fred Gants
- Fred Gants is a lawyer practicing labor, employment, erisa litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Fred received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Fred practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Madison, WI
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Fred Gants's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred Gants handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Employment Law in Madison
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Class Action in Madison
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Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
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 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.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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 Madison Choose Fred Gants
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 Fred Gants's practice in the field of employment, class action, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Fred Gants brings 50+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Fred Gants can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, class action, and litigation, Fred Gants can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Fred Gants attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Fred Gants Handles in Madison
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