Atty. Susan E. Lovern
Susan Lovern is the President and CEO of von Briesen &?Roper, s.c. and Chairs the firm’s Commercial and Business Litigation Section. She represents clients in complex business litigation and appeals in state and federal courts, as well as in pre-litigation contexts, including arbitrations and mediations.
'Bet The Company' Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI
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About Susan E. Lovern at a Glance
Susan E. Lovern is a business, real estate, class action, estate litigation, and product liability attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at von Briesen & Roper SC. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin, State Bar of Wisconsin. Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1995) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Milwaukee) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Health Care (Milwaukee) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Susan E. Lovern
- Susan Lovern is the President and CEO of von Briesen &?Roper, s.c. and Chairs the firm’s Commercial and Business Litigation Section
- She represents clients in complex business litigation and appeals in state and federal courts, as well as in pre-litigation contexts, including arbitrations and mediations
- Susan’s business litigation clients include hospitals, health systems, banks, and manufacturers
- She regularly handles contract, lease and warranty disputes for her clients, as well as business torts, class action defense, shareholder and non-compete agreements, unfair competition and trade secrets
- Susan also represents clients facing environmental and real estate litigation matters, including CERCLA cleanup and PFAS contamination cases
- Her appellate experience includes numerous published opinions and arguing cases before the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals
- In every matter, Susan’s focus is on understanding her client’s business objectives and providing strategic, cost-effective service consistent with those objectives
Practice Areas Explained
Susan E. Lovern's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan E. Lovern handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Business & Corporate Law in Milwaukee
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Milwaukee
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Class Action in Milwaukee
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Estate & Trust Litigation in Milwaukee
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Product Liability in Milwaukee
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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 Susan E. Lovern
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 Susan E. Lovern's practice in the field of business, real estate, class action, estate litigation, and product liability.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and class action, Susan E. Lovern 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 Susan E. Lovern 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 Susan E. Lovern Handles in Milwaukee
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