Attorneys Fleming and Zimmerman Named on 2025 Wisconsin Super Lawyers Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that Matt Fleming and Ginger Zimmerman are included on…
Firm's United Way Campaign Kicks Off
Murphy Desmond began our annual United Way fundraising campaign with a luncheon…
Firm Included on 2026 "Best Law Firms" Rankings
The 2026 "Best Law Firms" rankings by Best Lawyers® in America have been…
Collaborative Divorce Proceedings in Wisconsin
When Wisconsin couples choose "collaborative divorce" proceedings, they have…
Co-Ownership of Property for Unmarried Couples in Wisconsin; How to Avoid Legal Disputes
Co-ownership of property, particularly a home, is more common than ever due to…
Wisconsin Act 130: Remote Witnessing and Notarization Offers Convenience in Wisconsin Estate Planning
In response to both the COVID-19 pandemic and an effort to modernize the process of signing legal documents…
Murphy Desmond Kicks Off Our Annual United Way Campaign
The firm began our annual United Way workplace fundraising campaign with a luncheon…
Legal Assistant Fiona Finger Receives Local Volunteer Award
Congratulations to Murphy Desmond legal assistant Fiona Finger on receiving the "Extra Mile"…
Mario Mendoza Volunteers at Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon
Attorney Mario Mendoza served as the MC of Hispanic Heritage Month's luncheon on…
Legal Assistant Receives Community Award
Murphy Desmond legal assistant Fiona Finger was presented with an award from…
Attorney Mario Mendoza Serves as MC
On October 2, 2025, Attorney Mario Mendoza volunteered his time to MC the…
Attorneys Lydia Thompson and Emma Stippich Welcomed into James E. Doyle Inn of Courts
Murphy Desmond attorneys Lydia Thompson and Emma Stippich were welcomed as…
Immigration Process Changes Likely Ahead Later this Summer for Certain Married Couples and Dreamers
On June 18, 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a new…
Residential Property Assessment Increases: What You Should Know
Beginning in the spring of every year, many residential property owners in Wisconsin are…
Financial Considerations in Wisconsin Divorces
Divorce in Wisconsin reveals a wide range of financial situations to consider…
Firm Sponsors Annual Robert B.L. Murphy Legacy Circle Luncheons Honoring Murphy Desmond Founder
The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) held the Annual Robert B.L. Murphy Legacy Circle…
Attorney Gretchen Burgess Presents to Students at Career Day Event
Attorney Gretchen Burgess participated in the Elkhorn Area School District Career Day…
Murphy Desmond Hosts Attorney Wellness Seminar
The firm hosted a lunchtime seminar on September 19, 2024, for attorneys…
Firm Sponsors 2025 SCORE Wisconsin Conference
Murphy Desmond sponsored the "Accelerate Your Business for Women '25" SCORE…
Firm Business & Finance Director Recognized
Murphy Desmond's Business & Finance Director Mindy Walker was recently recognized at…
Attorney Julianne Brock Named to 2026 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that Attorney Julianne Brock is included in the 2026 edition…
Understanding Legal Issues Surrounding CBD and Industrial Hemp in Wisconsin
The recent legalization of industrial hemp containing less than 0.3%…
Understanding the Basics of an OWI/DUI in Wisconsin
Drunk driving laws in Wisconsin do not just include alcohol. This article relays basic information about OWI/DUI offenses in Wisconsin, how the…
Legal Considerations in Getting Ready for Wisconsin's 2023 New LLC Law
Wisconsin's new Limited Liability Company (LLC) law, which completely…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors Annual Robert B.L. Murphy Legacy Circle Luncheons Honoring Firm Founder
The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) held the Annual Robert B.L. Murphy…
Firm Receives Community Award
Murphy Desmond S.C. is grateful to receive the "2023 Affinity for Community…
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman Attends Wisconsin Technology Golf Outing
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman attended the "Play at the New Lake" golf…
Attorneys Matt Fleming and Ginger Zimmerman Named on 2026 "Lawyer of the Year" Lists by Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to congratulate Attorneys Matt Fleming and Ginger Zimmerman…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Recognized by 2026 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond announces that 11 firm attorneys are included in The Best Lawyers…
Article Discusses Pros and Cons of Collaborative Divorce
The linked article offers information on the Collaborative Divorce Process in…
Form I-9 Flexibilities Extended
On October 11, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced…
Employment Law: Review Your Anti-Harassment Policies Before a Court Reviews It For You
A Milwaukee-area employer learned the hard way that its policy prohibiting sexual harassment was…
COVID Vaccine Required for I-693 Immigration Medical Exams
Effective October 1, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will require…
Murphy Desmond Participates in Farmers Appreciation Day Parade
On Sunday, July 9, 2023, the firm joined in on the 37th Annual Farmers…
Firm Sponsors "Murphy Desmond Cup" Golf Tournament
On Saturday, June 3, 2023, the "Murphy Desmond Cup" golf tournament began…
Mendoza Emcees Hispanic Heritage Luncheon Event
Murphy Desmond attorney Mario Mendoza served as the emcee of the 12th Annual…
Attorney Glorily Lopez Recognized on Immigration Attorney "Powerlist"
The firm is pleased to announce that Immigration Attorney Glorily Lopez was…
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman Included on 2025 Global Lawdragon 500 List
The firm congratulates President & Managing Shareholder Ginger Zimmerman on being selected…
Attorney Emma Stippich Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to welcome Emma Stippich as a Divorce & Family Law Attorney…
The Basics of Estate Planning in Wisconsin
The thought of estate planning can be overwhelming for couples and individuals…
Understanding Immigration Law and Lawful Immigration Status in the United States
Immigration law is the legal process of allowing individuals, who are not citizens, to come to the United States…
Estate Planning for Parents with Minor Children in Wisconsin
A common misconception about estate planning is that it is primarily for…
Firm Sponsors Robert B.L. Murphy Legacy Circle Luncheon
Murphy Desmond S.C. was pleased to once again sponsor the 2022…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors United Way Women United Philanthropy Brunch
On September 10, 2021, the firm co-sponsored United Way of Dane County's Women…
Firm Sponsors NAMIWalks Dane County for 14th Consecutive Year
Murphy Desmond is pleased to sponsor the 2020 NAMIWalks "Your Way" Dane County…
Attorneys Gretchen Burgess, Mario Mendoza, and Lane Rideout Share Knowledge Through Training
In May 2025, Attorneys Gretchen Burgess, Mario Mendoza, and Lane Rideout offered…
Attorney Katie Kelly Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm welcomes Attorney Katie Kelly to our Estate Planning & Probate practice group…
Attorney Daniel McGarry Joins Firm
Murphy Desmond welcomes Attorney Daniel J. McGarry to the following practice groups…
Paycheck Protection Program Loans and the December 2020 Stimulus; Should Your Business Apply?
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was created back in March 2020 through the CARES Act to provide forgivable loans to…
Court Orders Full Reinstatement of DACA Program
On December 4, 2020, a District Court ordered the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to fully reinstate the…
Healthcare Directives in the Age of COVID-19; How Can You Ensure Your Wishes Are Met Under Wisconsin Law?
In Wisconsin, many people include end-of-life directives within the terms of their healthcare power of attorney document…
Murphy Desmond Participates in United Way of Dane County Virtual Event
Murphy Desmond was honored to participate in United Way of Dane County's "Working for All" webinar…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2019 Madison Marathon – Still Time to Sign Up!
Murphy Desmond is pleased to sponsor the Madison Marathon/Half Marathon on Sunday, November 10, 2019, in Madison…
Sign up for 2019 Dane County NAMIWalk
Murphy Desmond is pleased to once again sponsor the Dane County NAMIWalk, benefiting the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)…
Firm Sponsors Luncheons Honoring Founder
On May 13 (in Madison) and May 15, 2025 (in Milwaukee), Murphy Desmond sponsored…
Attorney Sarah DeKraay Moderates Wisconsin State Bar's 2025 Guardian ad Litem Training
Family Law Attorney Sarah DeKraay served as Program Chair and Panel Moderator for…
Attorney Ryan Braithwaite Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Ryan G. Braithwaite has joined our…
Update on U.S. Passport Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Effective September 28, 2020, the United States Department of State's (DOS) Passport Agency has resumed routine passport services…
Preparing for Divorce in Wisconsin
The thought of getting a divorce can seem overwhelming. There is a lot to consider: the logistics of co-parenting minor children…
Supreme Court of the United States Determines that Employers Cannot Discriminate Against LGBT Employees; Does this Ruling Affect Your Wisconsin Business?
In a 6-to-3 ruling on Monday June 15, 2020, the United States Supreme Court determined that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964…
Firm Sponsors 2019 Clean Lakes Alliance Golf Outing
Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2019 Fore! Lakes Golf Outing, held on September 20, at Nakoma Golf Club in Madison, Wisconsin…
Firm Supports River Alliance of Wisconsin
For the second consecutive year, Murphy Desmond sponsored the "River Bash" event to benefit the River Alliance of Wisconsin…
Mendoza Attends Firm-Sponsored Voices for Recovery Luncheon
On September 16, 2019, Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2019 Voices for Recovery Luncheon…
