Atty. Matthew E. McLaughlin
Recipient, Super Lawyers Rising Star Recognition, 2010 and 2011. Student Articles Editor, Marquette Sports Law Journal, 1998-1999.
Civil Tax Controversy & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 27+ Years Experience
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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 Matthew E. McLaughlin
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew E. McLaughlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Milwaukee
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Criminal Defense in Milwaukee
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Business & Corporate Law in Milwaukee
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Tax Law in Milwaukee
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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 Matthew E. McLaughlin
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 Matthew E. McLaughlin's practice in the field of irs, criminal defense, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew E. McLaughlin brings 27+ 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. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, and U.S. Tax Court, Matthew E. McLaughlin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, criminal defense, and business, Matthew E. McLaughlin 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 Matthew E. McLaughlin 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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Common Legal Issues Matthew E. McLaughlin Handles in Milwaukee
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