Atty. William E. McCardell

Atty. William E. McCardell

Atty. William E.

Madison Madison 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (262) 753-2432

Profile Summary

About William E. McCardell at a glance

William E. McCardell is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at DeWitt LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1981) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (1981). Educated at Marquette University (J.D., 1981) and Marquette University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Past Director, Labor and Employment Law Section Director, Construction Law Section, 2004—) American Bar Association (Construction Industry Forum Committee Public Contract Law Section Labor and Employment Law Section, State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. William E. McCardell is a lawyer practicing business, construction industry, labor & employment relations and 11 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • William practices at DeWitt LLP in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

William E. McCardell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William E. McCardell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Madison 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William E. McCardell

Where is William E. McCardell's law office located?
William E. McCardell's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is DeWitt LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E. McCardell handle?
William E. McCardell focuses on employment, business, real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has William E. McCardell practiced law?
William E. McCardell has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did William E. McCardell go to law school?
William E. McCardell earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact William E. McCardell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William E. McCardell received?
William E. McCardell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Marquette University
- 1981
B.A.
Marquette University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1981

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