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About Jonathan P. Bruni at a glance
Jonathan P. Bruni is an Attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Murphy Desmond S.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1989) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1989). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D. Economics, 1989) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A. Economics, 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Green County (Secretary-Treasurer, 1989-1991) and Dane County Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Awards
Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Atty. Jonathan P. Bruni got this award in 2021
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
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Jonathan P. Bruni's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan P. Bruni handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Jonathan P. Bruni is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Wisconsin →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Jonathan P. Bruni is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Jonathan P. Bruni is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jonathan P. Bruni is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Jonathan P. Bruni 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 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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