Atty. Robert D. Rothacker
Robert D. Rothacker is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation law, health & life sciences, corporate services and 3 other areas of law.
Corporate Services & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 44+ Years Experience
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About Robert D. Rothacker at a Glance
Robert D. Rothacker is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, employment contracts, and health care. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1982). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1982) and College of William and Mary (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Past President, Milwaukee and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Retirement Plan Professionals. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert D. Rothacker
- Robert D. Rothacker is a lawyer practicing employee benefits & executive compensation law, health & life sciences, corporate services and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from College of William and Mary in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Robert practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Robert D. Rothacker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Rothacker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Employment Law in Milwaukee
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert D. Rothacker is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Business & Corporate Law in Milwaukee
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert D. Rothacker is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →
Employment Contracts in Milwaukee
Robert D. Rothacker is one of 7,665 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Wisconsin →
Health Care Law in Milwaukee
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Robert D. Rothacker is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Wisconsin →
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 Robert D. Rothacker
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 Robert D. Rothacker's practice in the field of employment, business, employment contracts, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert D. Rothacker brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and employment contracts, Robert D. Rothacker 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 Robert D. Rothacker 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 Robert D. Rothacker Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert D. Rothacker has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert D. Rothacker directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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