About Our Milwaukee Law Firm
At Kerkman & Dunn, we focus our practice exclusively on civil litigation. With over 50 years of combined experience, we are one of the most knowledgeable and capable litigation boutiques in Wisconsin.
Our lawyers represent businesses of all sizes and regularly receive referrals from other attorneys and larger, “full-service” law firms throughout the country. If you are seeking representation for a business dispute in Milwaukee, let us put our focus, knowledge, and experience to work for you.
Why Choose Us?
1. Big Firm Talent
When you work with Kerkman & Dunn, you get legal talent equal to or greater than what you would receive at the big firms in Wisconsin for a fraction of the cost. Our attorneys are graduates of some of the best colleges and law schools in the country and have spent decades honing their craft.
2. Small Firm Attention
We pride ourselves on providing attentive representation and serving our clients’ needs promptly, efficiently, and effectively. We get to know our clients, and we use our close relationships with our clients to better serve their needs.
3. Deep Experience in Commercial Litigation
Each of our attorneys has over a decade of trial experience, and together we have over 80 years of experience in commercial litigation nationwide. We have successfully represented clients in settlement negotiations and complex commercial litigation involving matters involving antitrust, breach of contract, business disputes, shareholder lawsuits.
4. An Exclusive Group of Trial Attorneys
At Kerkman & Dunn, we are an exclusive group of trial attorneys. We are a litigation-only firm, and we have significant experience in trial and appellate proceedings at the state and federal levels. This dedication has allowed us to develop tested strategies and gives us the background necessary to craft novel arguments for our clients’ desired outcomes.
5. Skill Keeping Cases Out of the Courtroom
While litigation is often unavoidable, in each case we work closely with our client to identify opportunities for settlement. We are skilled negotiators who are just as comfortable at the settlement table as we are in the courtroom. If we can find enough common ground to craft a reasonable settlement, we may be able to resolve your case without the expense and resource drain of full-blown discovery and trial.
6. An Established Reputation as Effective, Common-Sense Litigators
Thanks to our substantial experience at the settlement table and in the courtroom, we have developed an established reputation as effective, common-sense litigators. We are known for getting results for our clients, and have earned the respect of judges, co-counsel, and opposing counsel in Wisconsin and nationwide.
7. A Boutique Law Firm Serving the Needs of Sophisticated Clients
As a boutique firm focused exclusively on litigation, we are able to operate in an open, accessible, and fast-moving atmosphere with a laser focus on meeting the needs of our clients. We are large enough to competently handle complex litigation, yet small enough to do so cost-effectively and with the responsiveness and immediacy that sophisticated clients desire.
8. Dedication to Client Service
Client service is a top priority at Kerkman & Dunn We are passionate about meeting the needs of our clients, and our depth of experience enables us to anticipate issues and develop viable, proactive solutions for obtaining the best possible outcomes as quickly and efficiently as possible.
9. Experience Representing Businesses of All Sizes
Our firm’s size and our approach to litigation allow us to effectively represent clients ranging from local Milwaukee businesses to Fortune 500 companies. We represent clients of all sizes in complex matters throughout Wisconsin and across the country, and other attorneys regularly call on us to serve as local counsel to help meet their clients’ needs.
10. We Stay True to Our Fundamental Objective
In all cases, we have one fundamental objective: to provide outstanding legal advice in a timely, cost-effective manner. We appreciate the opportunity to serve our clients, and we are dedicated to meeting their legal needs in a way that aligns with their business goals. When you work with Kerkman & Dunn, you get a blend of experience, passion, and legal innovation that is unmatched in the Milwaukee area.
Contact Kerkman & Dunn to Discuss Your Milwaukee Business Dispute
Kerkman & Dunn is a litigation law firm serving clients in commercial disputes throughout the Milwaukee area. To discuss your situation with one of our experienced attorneys, call our offices at (414) 278-7000 or contact us online today.