Atty. Thomas Owen Gartner

Atty. Thomas Owen Gartner

Atty. Thomas Owen Gartner is a lawyer practicing municipal finance, municipal government, real estate and 1 other area of law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Owen Gartner at a glance

Thomas Owen Gartner is an Of Counsel based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and Wisconsin (1980). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1978) and Hope College (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Thomas Owen Gartner is a lawyer practicing municipal finance, municipal government, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from Hope College in 1972, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Thomas practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Owen Gartner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Owen Gartner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Thomas Owen Gartner is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Wisconsin →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Thomas Owen Gartner

Where is Thomas Owen Gartner's law office located?
Thomas Owen Gartner's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Michael Best & Friedrich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Owen Gartner handle?
Thomas Owen Gartner focuses on real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Thomas Owen Gartner practiced law?
Thomas Owen Gartner has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Thomas Owen Gartner go to law school?
Thomas Owen Gartner earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Thomas Owen Gartner for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Owen Gartner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Owen Gartner received?
Thomas Owen Gartner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1978
A.B.
Hope College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1980

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