Criminal Defense Law & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 62+ Years Experience
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About Robert J. Lerner at a Glance
Robert J. Lerner is a criminal defense, family law, and employment attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1964). Educated at University of Wisconsin at Madison (LL.B., 1964) and University of Wisconsin at Madison (B.S., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert J. Lerner
- Atty. Robert J. Lerner is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, family law, labor law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years
- Robert practices in Milwaukee, WI
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Robert J. Lerner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Lerner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Criminal Defense in Milwaukee
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Milwaukee
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Milwaukee
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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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 Robert J. Lerner
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. Lerner's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert J. Lerner brings 62+ 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 criminal defense, family law, and employment, Robert J. Lerner 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 J. Lerner 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 Robert J. Lerner Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert J. Lerner 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 J. Lerner directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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