Atty. Walter John Lanier

Atty. Walter John Lanier

Atty. Walter John Lanier is a lawyer practicing corporate law, sports and entertainment, construction and 5 other areas of law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter John Lanier at a glance

Walter John Lanier is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Lanier Law Offices Ltd.. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1996). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1995) and University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee (B.B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Milwaukee Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Walter John Lanier is a lawyer practicing corporate law, sports and entertainment, construction and 5 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Walter practices at Lanier Law Offices Ltd. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Walter John Lanier's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter John Lanier handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

Walter John Lanier 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.

Walter John Lanier is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Wisconsin →

Real Estate Law

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

Walter John Lanier is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Walter John Lanier is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Walter John Lanier

Where is Walter John Lanier's law office located?
Walter John Lanier's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Lanier Law Offices Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter John Lanier handle?
Walter John Lanier focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Walter John Lanier practiced law?
Walter John Lanier has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Walter John Lanier go to law school?
Walter John Lanier earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Walter John Lanier for a consultation?
You can contact Walter John Lanier 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 Walter John Lanier received?
Walter John Lanier's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1995
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996

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