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John R. Dawson is a Retired Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1970). Educated at Northwestern University (B.B.A., 1963) and Duke University School of Law J.D. with distinction Duke University School of Law J.D. 1970 Managing Editor Duke University School of Law J.D. Duke Law Journal (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. John R. Dawson is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, mediation, litigation
- John received a B.B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1963, and has been licensed for 56 years
- John practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Milwaukee, WI
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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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 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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