Atty. Matthew E. McLaughlin

Atty. Matthew E. McLaughlin

Recipient, Super Lawyers Rising Star Recognition, 2010 and 2011. Student Articles Editor, Marquette Sports Law Journal, 1998-1999.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 27 Years Experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew E. McLaughlin at a glance

Matthew E. McLaughlin is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Zetley Law Offices, S.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on irs, criminal defense, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1999), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1999), and U.S. Tax Court (2000). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1999) and St. Xavier University, Chicago, Illinois B.A. Accounting St. Xavier University, Chicago, Illinois B.A. 1995Presidential Scholar (—). Active member of Milwaukee County and American (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Recipient, Super Lawyers Rising Star Recognition, 2010 and 2011
  • Student Articles Editor, Marquette Sports Law Journal, 1998-1999

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew E. McLaughlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. McLaughlin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew E. McLaughlin

Where is Matthew E. McLaughlin's law office located?
Matthew E. McLaughlin's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Zetley Law Offices, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew E. McLaughlin handle?
Matthew E. McLaughlin focuses on irs, criminal defense, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Matthew E. McLaughlin practiced law?
Matthew E. McLaughlin has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Matthew E. McLaughlin go to law school?
Matthew E. McLaughlin earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (—).
How can I contact Matthew E. McLaughlin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Marquette University
- 1999
St. Xavier University, Chicago, Illinois B.A. Accounting St. Xavier University, Chicago, Illinois B.A. 1995Presidential Scholar
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Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2000

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