Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 54+ Years Experience
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About Frederick B. Wade at a Glance
Frederick B. Wade is an Associate based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Marilyn Townsend Law Office. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on formation, securities, civil rights, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1972) and District of Columbia (1985). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1972) and Loyola University (B.S.S. Tulane, 1964). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frederick B. Wade
- Mr. Frederick B. Wade is a lawyer practicing securities, appellate practice, administrative law and 3 other areas of law
- Frederick received a B.S.S. degree from Loyola University in 1964, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Frederick practices at Marilyn Townsend Law Office in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Frederick B. Wade's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick B. Wade handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Business Formation in Madison
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Securities Law in Madison
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Civil Rights in Madison
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Government & Administrative Law in Madison
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Appellate Practice in Madison
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Frederick B. Wade
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 Frederick B. Wade's practice in the field of formation, securities, civil rights, government, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frederick B. Wade brings 54+ 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 District of Columbia, Frederick B. Wade can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, securities, and civil rights, Frederick B. Wade 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 Frederick B. Wade 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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