Atty. Michael D Leffel
Michael D Leffel is a lawyer practicing election campaigns & political law, class action, consumer law and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1989, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 28+ Years Experience
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About Michael D Leffel at a Glance
Michael D Leffel is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, consumer, and government. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1998), District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Courts of Appeals for the First, Second, Third, Fourth, (1999), and Michigan (2023). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D, 1997) and Concordia College (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D Leffel
- Michael D Leffel is a lawyer practicing election campaigns & political law, class action, consumer law and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Concordia College in 1989, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Michael practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Michael D Leffel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D Leffel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Business & Corporate Law in Madison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Madison
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Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Consumer Protection in Madison
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Government & Administrative Law in Madison
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
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 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.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-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 Madison Choose Michael D Leffel
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 Michael D Leffel's practice in the field of business, class action, litigation, consumer, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D Leffel brings 28+ 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, District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Courts of Appeals for the First, Second, Third, Fourth,, and Michigan, Michael D Leffel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and litigation, Michael D Leffel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means Michael D Leffel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael D Leffel Handles in Madison
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