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Lawton & Cates

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345 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, USA
Areas of expertise: Criminal Defense
40 years in practice
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About Lawton & Cates

Lawton & Cates was born out of a partnership between John A. Lawton and Richard L. Cates in 1958. Lawton was a premier labor lawyer in Wisconsin and is best known for his role in authoring Wisconsin's public employee bargaining laws. Cates developed the firm's litigation practice and established a national reputation when he served as Special Counsel to the House Judiciary Committee during the Watergate hearings. Together, Lawton and Cates built a tradition of excellence and integrity at the firm that continues to this day. The firm is included in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers and has been AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Its lawyers have handled many precedent setting cases.

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Lawton & Cates Areas Of Practice

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Lawton & Cates Reviews

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jeff wolf

I am extremely grateful to have had Lawton Cates represent me. From the start, they were not only professional but also compassionate and truly invested in my case. They took the time to explain every detail in a way that made me feel confident and at ease. Their expertise and attention to detail were evident in every aspect of the process, and they always kept me informed and updated. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, I was able to achieve a positive outcome. I highly recommend Attorney Polich to anyone seeking skilled, trustworthy legal representation!

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Michel Myara

Attorney Daniel Bach quickly grasped the merits of my case when other attorneys did not. He handled it with professionalism and diligence, ultimately securing a favorable settlement. Highly recommend!

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Monica Black

Mr. Polich and his team were great to deal with - very responsive, professional, and helped me navigate a tricky lemon law situation. I really appreciated how they approached me as a customer, and the issue at hand. Thank you!

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Elke Mueller

David Stegall was very compassionate and understanding. So was Benjamin Schessler . We were in constant communication and I felt that my case was handled professionally . I would not hesitate to use Lawton & Cates in the future.

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ANDERSON ARAUJO

Several months back I was searching for an attorney to help me with a case that was to me simple to understand but it required putting together lots of pieces, like in a puzzle. I contacted over 10 law firms and most of them would not even want listen to my case and others would say something like: "we do not deal with this type of law" (consumer law). I continued my search found Lawton Cates and was put in touch with Andrew Hyssel. He took the time to listen to me without rushing me. This was extremely refreshing and gave me hope that I had finally found someone who could indeed help me. So, he did amazing work using forensic experts and gathering important information from various parties involved that ultimately resulted in a great outcome for me. I truly appreciate everything he has done for me.

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Eric M.

I was referred to Lawton Cates for a workman's comp and possible personal injury claim. The initial intake went smoothly and I did get to speak with an...

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David B.

If you want the worst law firm in the State of Wisconsin to represent you then this is the one. Briane Pagel has to be the worst attorney in the state, if...

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Vicki L.

I used this law firm when my house went into foreclosure and they kept telling me, "You're going to win", but after spending $30,000 on Briane Pagel's...

Lawton & Cates Locations

345 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, USA
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Lawton & Cates Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lawton & Cates located?

Lawton & Cates is located at: 345 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI, USA

What are Lawton & Cates areas of expertise?

Lawton & Cates areas of expertise are: Criminal Defense.

How many years is Lawton & Cates in practice?

Lawton & Cates has been in practice for 40 years.

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