Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 45+ Years Experience
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About Robert J. Gingras at a Glance
Robert J. Gingras is a Founding Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs Lawyers. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, personal injury, and class action. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1981). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1981) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dane County Bar Association American Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J. Gingras
- Atty. Robert J. Gingras is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil rights and 12 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Robert practices at Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs Lawyers in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Robert J. Gingras's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Gingras handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Workplace Discrimination in Madison
Robert J. Gingras is one of 7,049 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Wisconsin →
Sexual Harassment in Madison
Robert J. Gingras is one of 5,970 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Wisconsin →
Medical Malpractice in Madison
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Robert J. Gingras is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Wisconsin →
Personal Injury in Madison
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Robert J. Gingras is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →
Class Action in Madison
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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 Robert J. Gingras
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 J. Gingras's practice in the field of discrimination, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, personal injury, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert J. Gingras brings 45+ 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 discrimination, sexual harassment, and medical malpractice, Robert J. Gingras 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 Robert J. Gingras 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 J. Gingras Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert J. Gingras 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.
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