Atty. Thomas W. LaFave

Atty. Thomas W. LaFave

Atty. Thomas W.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas W. LaFave at a glance

Thomas W. LaFave is a divorce, probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1976). Educated at Marquette University Law School Class of 1976 (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Thomas W. LaFave is a lawyer practicing small business law, estate planning and probate law, commercial litigation and divorce law
  • Thomas W. received a degree from Marquette University Law School in 1976, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Thomas W. practices in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas W. LaFave's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Probate

Thomas W. LaFave is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Thomas W. LaFave is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas W. LaFave is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

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 W. LaFave

Where is Thomas W. LaFave's law office located?
Thomas W. LaFave's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas W. LaFave handle?
Thomas W. LaFave focuses on divorce, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Thomas W. LaFave practiced law?
Thomas W. LaFave has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Thomas W. LaFave go to law school?
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How can I contact Thomas W. LaFave for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas W. LaFave received?
Thomas W. LaFave's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

Marquette University Law School Class of 1976
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1976

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