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James W. Goonan is a Member based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2000) and State and Federal Courts (2000). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 2000) and Keller Graduate School of Management (M.B.A. University, 1997). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wisconsin Association of Worker's Compensation Attorneys. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. James W. Goonan is a lawyer practicing family law, labour and employment, litigation
- James received a M.B.A. degree from Keller Graduate School of Management in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
- James practices at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, S.C. in Madison, WI and 1 other location
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James W. Goonan's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James W. Goonan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James W. Goonan is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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