Atty. John J. Germanotta

Atty. John J. Germanotta

Atty. John J.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (414) 277-8200 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Germanotta at a glance

John J. Germanotta is a Member based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Ziino, Germanotta, Knoll & Christensen. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1971). Educated at Marquette University School of Law (J.D., 1971) and DePaul University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. John J. Germanotta is a lawyer practicing divorce law, probate law, business law and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Ziino, Germanotta, Knoll & Christensen in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Germanotta's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John J. Germanotta handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

John J. Germanotta is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Wisconsin →

Probate

John J. Germanotta is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John J. Germanotta is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John J. Germanotta is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John J. Germanotta is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

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 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Germanotta

Where is John J. Germanotta's law office located?
John J. Germanotta's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Ziino, Germanotta, Knoll & Christensen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Germanotta handle?
John J. Germanotta focuses on divorce, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has John J. Germanotta practiced law?
John J. Germanotta has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John J. Germanotta go to law school?
John J. Germanotta earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact John J. Germanotta for a consultation?
You can contact John J. Germanotta directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John J. Germanotta received?
John J. Germanotta's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University School of Law
- 1971
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1971

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