Atty. John C. Mitby
John C. Mitby serves as counsel for numerous businesses, engineering firms, insurance companies, financial institutions, and health care and elder care facilities.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI
Profile Summary
About John C. Mitby at a Glance
John C. Mitby is a business, litigation, and adr attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Mitby Law. Admitted to practice in Colorado, Colorado Bar Association and Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin. Educated at University of Wisconsin–Madison (J.D., 1971) and University of Wisconsin–Madison (BS). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John C. Mitby
- John C. Mitby serves as counsel for numerous businesses, engineering firms, insurance companies, financial institutions, and health care and elder care facilities
- Mr. Mitby’s commercial practice includes resolving a variety of matters relating to contracts, real estate, employment, financing, and business and insurance litigation
- Since Jan. 1, 2015 Mr. Mitby is a senior partner Hurley, Burish & Stanton, S.C
- From 2009 to 2014 Mr. Mitby was Axley Brynelson, LLP's managing partner
- as well as handling numerous legal issues as listed below
- Mr. Mitby works with clients on acquisitions, including those involving professional and technical businesses, and provides general corporate oversight
- He has provided counsel on many complex business and real estate transactions, such as the reorganization of a cooperative, the sale of America’s largest water park, the sale of a bank, and the sale of the House on the Rock, one of Wisconsin’s most prominent landmarks
- His litigation practice includes the defense of contract , insurance coverage issues, and other often highly complex business litigation matters
- He also offers extensive experience as an arbitrator and mediator
- If a legal matter is complex Mr. Mitby is often consulted
- He has acted as an expert witness in professional matters
- Former President of ABOTA, Chairperson of Litigation Section of State Bar, rated 10 by AVVO and top 25 Super Layer Attys
- He has been recognized for numerous pro bono project's by Dane County and State Bar
- He was also elected to the Madison Soccer hall of Fame for development of 16 filed soccer complex
- He is President of the Van Wie and Olson Foundations
- Admitted to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts
- He is also admitted to practice in the state of Colorado and in the United States Supreme Court
Practice Areas Explained
John C. Mitby's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Mitby handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Business & Corporate Law in Madison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John C. Mitby is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John C. Mitby is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Mediation & Arbitration in Madison
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
John C. Mitby is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Wisconsin →
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 John C. Mitby
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 John C. Mitby's practice in the field of business, litigation, and adr.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado, Colorado Bar Association and Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin, John C. Mitby can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and adr, John C. Mitby 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 John C. Mitby 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 John C. Mitby Handles in Madison
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