Atty. Stephen Hermann Docter

Atty. Stephen Hermann Docter

Atty. Stephen Hermann Docter is a lawyer practicing counseling, litigation, prosecution and 2 other areas of law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Hermann Docter at a glance

Stephen Hermann Docter is a Shareholder based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999) and Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009). Educated at John Marshall School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Loyola University, Chicago (B.A. Chemistry, 1986). Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Stephen Hermann Docter is a lawyer practicing counseling, litigation, prosecution and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Loyola University, Chicago in 1986, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Stephen practices at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Hermann Docter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Hermann Docter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Hermann Docter

Where is Stephen Hermann Docter's law office located?
Stephen Hermann Docter's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Hermann Docter handle?
Stephen Hermann Docter focuses on patent, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Stephen Hermann Docter practiced law?
Stephen Hermann Docter has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Stephen Hermann Docter go to law school?
Stephen Hermann Docter earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. Chemistry, 1986).
How can I contact Stephen Hermann Docter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall School of Law
- 1999
B.A. Chemistry
Loyola University, Chicago
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999
Wisconsin registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2009

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