Advanced Manufacturing & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 42+ Years Experience
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About John E. Flanagan at a Glance
John E. Flanagan is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, health care, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2007). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1984) and Marquette University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John E. Flanagan
- Atty. John E. Flanagan is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation, advanced manufacturing and 7 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- John practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas Explained
John E. Flanagan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Flanagan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Class Action in Milwaukee
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Civil Litigation in Milwaukee
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Health Care Law in Milwaukee
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Appellate Practice in Milwaukee
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
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.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-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 Milwaukee Choose John E. Flanagan
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 E. Flanagan's practice in the field of class action, litigation, health care, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John E. Flanagan brings 42+ 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, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, John E. Flanagan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering class action, litigation, and health care, John E. Flanagan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means John E. Flanagan 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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