Firm News
Mendoza Joins Firm
Murphy Desmond is pleased to welcome attorney Mario Mendoza to the firm! Mendoza has extensive experience in contracts and contract disputes, business organizations, collections, employment and litigation. As the Assistant to the Mayor of the City of Madison for eight years, Mendoza also has experience overseeing a variety of agencies including Zoning, Planning, Tax Incremental Financing and Public Safety. A fluent Spanish speaker and writer, Mendoza has served in organizations including The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Madison Inc, The Multicultural Business Resource Center, The Latino Chamber of Commerce and Centro Hispano. His bio will be available online shortly.
Brad D. Bailey Award Honors Warren Kraft
Murphy Desmond attorney Warren Kraft was unanimously chosen to receive the inaugural Brad D. Bailey Assistant City / Council Attorney Award from The International Municipal Lawyers Association. This award recognizes an assistant local government attorney who not only provides outstanding service to the public, but also who possesses an exemplary reputation in the legal community. Kraft practices in all areas of municipal law representing cities, towns and villages throughout the state. Read more about Kraft's practice areas here.
True Elected to Board of Directors of the Literacy Network
Attorney Michael True has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Literacy Network. True, who primarily focuses on family law, will work with the Literacy Network to provide free literacy services to help area adults achieve independence through education.
Krueger Elected to Board of Madison Children's Museum
Attorney Jenny Krueger has been elected as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the Madison Children's Museum. Krueger with serve a three year term with the award winning facility centered on connecting children with their family and their community through hands on activities. Congratulations to Jenny!
DeMarb Returns to Murphy Desmond S.C.
Attorney Rebecca DeMarb has returned to Murphy Desmond after five years in a small firm setting. DeMarb joins the firm's Creditors' Rights, Business Bankruptcy & Commercial Litigation practice group. In her practice, DeMarb represents debtors and secured creditors in bankruptcy, state court receiverships, commercial litigation and out-of-court business reorganizations. She oftens serves as the receiver for operating and liquidating businesses, as well as in real estate matters. DeMarb also handles collections for business clients and financial institutions. She is certified in Business Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification and has been included on Wisconsin Super Lawyers lists since 2008, including on the Top 25 Female Lawyers list in 2010. Welcome back, Rebecca!
Firms Wins 2011 Turnaround Award
We did it! Murphy Desmond received the "Turnaround Community Impact" Award for our work with Wick Building Systems, Inc., as announced by the M & A Advisor. We are honored to receive this award and be recognized for our abilities amongst law firms throughout the country. "These awards represent the best of the turnaround, restructuring and distressed investing industry in 2011 and earned these honors by standing out in a group of very impressive finalists," said Roger Aguinaldo, CEO of the M & A Advisor. Congratulations to our turnaround team!
Wendel Reappointed to the Board of Administrative Oversight
Congratulations to attorney Harvey Wendel who has been reappointed to the Board of Administrative Oversight on the Supreme Court of Wisconsin, as indicated by Chief Justice Shirley S. Abrahamson. His new term will expire in September 2013. Wendel is an active volunteer of his time, expertise and advice to the Wisconsin legal system and the Wisconsin State Bar.
Murphy Desmond a Finalist in 2011 Turnaround Awards
Murphy Desmond has been chosen as a Finalist in the "2011 Turnaround Awards" for the firm's work with the Sale of Wick Building Systems, Inc., as announced by The M & A Advisor. The Turnaround Awards for 2011 include 138 finalists representing 110 different firms in 31 categories. Murphy Desmond is a finalist in four categories: Turnaround of the Year (lower middle market); Chapter 11 Reorganization of the Year (middle market); Distressed M & A Deal of the Year ($100mm and under); and Turnaround Community Impact Award. Winners will be announced at the Turnaround Awards Gala on March 7, 2011, in Palm Beach, Florida. For more information, visit http://www.maadvisor.com/.
Sweet and Furay to Judge National Moot Court Competition
Attorneys Jim Sweet and Cate Furay have been selected to judge the National Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition hosted at St. John's University in New York this March. Sweet also serves on the advisory committee of St. John's University School of Law Masters in Bankruptcy program, which is the only LLM in bankruptcy program in the country.
Ogden Elected President of Board of BEST
Attorney Erin Ogden has been elected President of the Board of Directors for BEST (Building Economic Strength Together), formerly known as Southwest Wisconsin Regional Economic Development Coalition. BEST continues its focus on bringing broadband access to under-served communities in southwest Wisconsin, and in general, fostering regional approaches to economic and community development.
Murphy Desmond Chosen as 1st Place Law Firm in Madison Area by Local Executives
The firm is honored to be the 1st place recipient of the In Business (IB) Executive Choice Award amongst all other law firms in the Madison area. Local businesses, including law firms, were chosen as the preferred providers by members of the IB Executive Register, consisting of approximately 850 business executives. The survey was a write-in format, which makes the people of our firm even more grateful to be recognized by such a prestigious group of voters. Thanks, Madison!
Attorneys Included in 2010 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars List
Congratulations to the following Murphy Desmond attorneys who were included on the 2010 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, as published in Wisconsin Super Lawyers 2010 magazine and Madison Magazine's January 2011 issue...
Included in Wisconsin Super Lawyers: Lawrence Bechler; Stephen Beilke; Catherine Furay; Stephen Morgan; William Mundt; Robert Pasch; Richard Pitzner; William Rameker; James Sweet; Stephen Tumbush; Jane F. (Ginger) Zimmerman.
Included in Wisconsin Super Lawyers-Rising Stars: Sara Eagle-Kjome; Jennifer Krueger; Brittany Ogden; Erin Ogden; Brian Thill.
Werner and Woods Named Shareholders
Attorneys Stephen C. Werner, Jr., and Bryan D. Woods were named shareholders at Murphy Desmond in November 2010.
Ogden Receives ATHENA Award
Attorney Brittany Ogden received the 2010 ATHENA Young Professional Award in November 2010. The ATHENA Award recognizes emerging leaders who serve as role models for young women, demonstrate excellence in her profession, and provide a valuable service in improving the quality of life in the community. Congratulations to Brittany!
