About

Provided by Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Successfully resolving commercial disputes requires understanding our client’s business and the local civil laws shaping outcomes. Michael Best’s Commercial Litigation attorneys work tirelessly to develop a litigation strategy focused on our client’s overall business goals and needs, not just the case at hand.

 

We aim to assist our clients in avoiding litigation and exploring alternative dispute resolution methods whenever feasible, effectively minimizing both costs and disruption of their operations. However, when litigation becomes necessary, we stand ready with the experience and bench strength to navigate all phases of the legal process.

 

From comprehensive pre-suit assessment to adept handling of discovery, motions practice, settlement negotiations, arbitration or trial proceedings, and appellate work, our trial lawyers possess the knowledge of Wisconsin and federal courts to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients.

 

Our team has experience resolving:

 


Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Wisconsin
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has a robust group adept at handling an array of disputes, including antitrust, false advertising, construction, employment and product liability cases. The team is also recognized for its capabilities in class action suits and for its strengths in white-collar crime and government investigations. It is additionally noted for its skills in mediation and arbitration and is frequently sought after for its intellectual property expertise.

Work Highlights

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  • Michael Best & Friedrich LLP served as Wisconsin counsel to defend Estee Lauder and Colgate Palmolive against a series of product liability lawsuits regarding the alleged presence of asbestos in their cosmetic products.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul E. Benson
3
Paul E. Benson
3
Band 3

Paul Benson handles a wide range of commercial litigation, including product liability issues, insurance work and defending class actions.

"Paul is a wonderful resource and a wealth of knowledge for our organization."

"I would recommend Paul Benson to those looking for an experienced litigator."

Justin Mertz
U
Justin Mertz
U
Up and Coming

Justin Mertz is held in particularly high esteem for his bankruptcy litigation practice, as well as advising on insolvency and broader breach of contract claims.

"Justin's a rock star. Really, his level of knowledge in his chosen field is second to none and he knows how to achieve a practical result. He's also an absolute pleasure to work with."

"Justin definitely understands our issues, has given good guidance and communicates well in an effort to complete the negotiations."

Ranked Lawyers at
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

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Litigation: General Commercial

Paul E. Benson
3
Paul E. Benson
3
Band 3
Justin Mertz
U
Justin Mertz
U
Up and Coming

Members

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Adam E Witkov

Adam Lowe

Alexander M. DeGuire

Annie Schoenfeldt

Austin Wesner

Christopher Schreiber

Daniel J Vaccaro

Head of Department

David A Krutz

David Shea

Davis Sullivan

Ena Allen

Ian Pitz

John C. Scheller

John D. Finerty

Jonathan H Margolies

Joseph Brydges

Joseph L Olson

Lauren Triebenbach

Lee M Seese

Michael Laing

Paul Matenaer

Peter Sandvick

Roy Wagner

S Edward Sarskas

Shane Brunner

Tanya M. Salman

Ted A Wisnefski

Thomas Agnello

Victor J Allen

Industries

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Banks

Construction & Materials

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences