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Remote Notarization Adds Convenience in Wisconsin Estate Planning
Wisconsin Act 130 became effective in 2024, allowing for remote witnessing and notarization of
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Attorneys Zimmerman and Reed Named on 2024 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that Ginger Zimmerman and Jason Reed are
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Reminder to Businesses About CTA Requirements and Deadlines
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires most domestic and foreign entities
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Murphy Desmond Included on 2025 "Best Law Firms" Rankings
The firm is pleased to announce that we are listed in 15 practice areas on the newly released
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Attorney Gretchen Burgess Hosts Estate Planning Seminar
If you have questions about estate planning, please join Attorney Gretchen Burgess and
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Firm Sponsors SCORE Wisconsin Conference
Murphy Desmond sponsored the "Accelerate Your Business for Women 24" SCORE conference in Wisconsin Dells.
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Attorney Ginger Zimmerman Included on Lawdragon List of "500 Leading Lawyers"
The firm congratulates Attorney Ginger Zimmerman for inclusion on the Lawdragon
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2024 Badger Startup Summit
On August 19, 2024, the firm sponsored the Badger Startup Summit
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Attorney Nils Wyosnick Receives Kuchler-Nicholson-Stilling Sensitive Crimes Award
Criminal Defense Attorney Nils Wyosnick received a 2024 Kuchler-Nicholson-Stilling
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Attorney Matt Fleming Named 2025 "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond S.C. congratulates Attorney Matt Fleming on his 2025
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on Lists for 2025 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that The Best Lawyers in America
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Attorneys Rideout and Burgess Attend WWBIC Event
Attorneys Lane Rideout and Gretchen Burgess joined community members at the
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Firm Celebrates Kathy Brickl's 40th Work Anniversary
Murphy Desmond honored Office Services and Facilities Director Kathy Brickl
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Attorneys Jebbia and Brock Present at State Bar Family Law Workshop
Attorneys Gayle Jebbia and Julie Brock presented on the topic "When There
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New Immigration Processes Announced for Certain Married Undocumented Individuals
See here for information on the latest Biden-Harris immigration program
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Attorney Alex J. Becker Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Alex J. Becker to our Creditors' Rights, Collections
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New Article on Residential Property Assessments
See our article on residential property assessments to help determine if
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Attorney Larry Bechler Retires
The firm celebrated the long and successful career of Attorney Larry Bechler
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Firm Seeking Associate Attorney
Murphy Desmond S.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney to work with
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Financial Considerations in Wisconsin Divorces
Divorce in Wisconsin reveals a wide range of financial situations to consider
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Firm Recognized with United Way of Dane County Community Award
United Way of Dane County presented Murphy Desmond S.C. with the
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Attorneys Ginger Zimmerman and Kristin Beilke Participate in BICR Seminar
The Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditors' Rights (BICR) Section of the Wisconsin State
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Murphy Desmond Emeritus Attorney Howard Goldberg Passes
With heavy hearts, the firm announces the passing of Emeritus Attorney Howard
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Attorney Jonathan Bruni Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to welcome back Attorney Jonathan Bruni to our Business
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Attorney Rideout Named Shareholder at Murphy Desmond
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Lane E. Rideout has joined
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Attorney Gretchen Burgess Discusses Digital Assets in Estate Planning With WMTV 15 News
Madison NBC affiliate station WMTV 15 News interviewed Attorney Gretchen Burgess
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Firm Named on "Best Law Firms' Lists in 14 Practice Areas
The firm is pleased to announce our inclusion on 2024 "Best Law Firms
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on 2023 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
he firm is pleased to announce that four Murphy Desmond attorneys are
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Zimmerman Presents at State Bar Seminar
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman presented to lawyers from around the state
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Attorney Claire Hagney Joins Murphy Desmond
Murphy Desmond is pleased to welcome Attorney Claire I. Hagney to
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Attorney Joling Presents on Estate Planning
On September 12, 2023, Estate Planning Attorney Jake Joling presented to
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Attorney Gretchen J. Burgess Joins the Firm
Murphy Desmond welcomes Attorney Gretchen J. Burgess to our Estate
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Five Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named 2024 "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" in Six Practice Areas
Murphy Desmond S.C. announces that five attorneys are included on the
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Mindy Walker Joins Firm Management Team
Murphy Desmond announces the hiring of Mindy S. Walker as the new
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16 Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named Best Lawyers® in America 2024
Murphy Desmond is pleased and honored to announce that the Best Lawyers
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Attorney Jake Joling Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Jake C. Joling to our Estate Planning & Probate practice team.
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Check out our Careers page on the Murphy Desmond website, which
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Attorney Peter Bazianos Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm is pleased to welcome Attorney Peter A. Bazianos to the Business and Real Estate
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Attorney Jeff Phillips on Panel at ABI Conference
Murphy Desmond attorney Jeff Phillips participated in a bankruptcy panel discussion
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Firm Honors Founder at Wisconsin Historical Society Annual Luncheon
On May 16, 2023, the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) hosted the Robert B.L. Murphy
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Attorney DeKraay Leads Guardian ad Litem Training 2023 for Wisconsin State Bar
On May 11, 2023, Family Law Attorney Sarah DeKraay served as Program Chair and
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Article Explains CBD and Industrial Hemp Issues in Wisconsin Law
This brief article helps to explain why CBD and industrial hemp can still
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Article Explains the Initial Process if Charged with Drunk Driving in Wisconsin
Drunk driving laws in Wisconsin do not just include alcohol. This article relays basic information
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Brock, Walsh, and Wyosnick Named Shareholders
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that attorneys Julie Brock, Julia Walsh, and Nils Wyosnick
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It is with heavy hearts that the firm announces the passing on January
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Attorney Matt Fleming Explains Eminent Domain on "Talk Wisconsin"
Attorney Matt Fleming was interviewed on Television Wisconsin's (TW)
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Attorney Lane Rideout Discusses Common Business Contracts on Television Wisconsin
Attorney Lane Rideout met with local TV show Talk Wisconsin in December
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Attorney Jeffery Phillips Joins Firm
Murphy Desmond S.C. welcomes attorney Jeff Phillips to the firm's
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2022 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Listings Include Murphy Desmond Attorneys
The firm is pleased to announce that five Murphy Desmond attorneys are included on
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Updates on Wisconsin's New LLC Law
Wisconsin's New LLC Law will take effect on January 1, 2023
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Attorney Lane Rideout Discusses LLCs on Television Wisconsin
Attorney Lane Rideout was interviewed on Television Wisconsin's (TW)
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Immigration Update on Form I-9
Read here for the most recent legal information on the completion of
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Murphy Desmond S.C. announces that attorneys Matt Fleming and
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named Best Lawyers® in America 2023
The firm is pleased to announce that The Best Lawyers in America® (2023 Edition)
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Firm Sponsors 2022 Badger Startup Summit
Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2022 Badger Startup Summit at
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Attorney Michael Vaughan Passes
With heavy hearts, the firm announces the passing on July 20, 2022
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Attorney Lane Rideout Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes attorney Lane Rideout to Murphy Desmond
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Attorney Matt Frank Presents at WACCC Conference
Environmental attorney Matt Frank was a presenter at the Wisconsin
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Attorneys Wyosnick and Bolles Present at WACDL Conference
The Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL) annual
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Attorney Nils Wyosnick Explains OWI/DUI in Wisconsin on TVW
Criminal defense attorney Nils Wyosnick was interviewed on TWW in
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Attorney Roy Fine Answers Questions about the Probate Process on TVW
Estate planning attorney Roy Fine discussed the topic "Understanding
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Attorney Julie Brock Discusses Nontraditional Family Law Matters on TVW
Divorce and family law attorney Julie Brock was interviewed on TVW's
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Attorney Bill Morgan Interviewed on TVW Regarding "Employment Law Basics"
Employment lawyer Bill Morgan was interviewed by Talk Wisconsin on
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Attorneys Wyosnick and Bolles Join Murphy Desmond
Attorneys Nils Wyosnick and David Bolles have joined the criminal defense and litigation teams
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Murphy Desmond congratulates Holly Coyle on her retirement from the firm after 34 years of service
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Attorneys Beilke and Pellerin Named Shareholders
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce Kristin Beilke and Nicole Pellerin have been
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Included on 2021 Wisconsin Super Lawyers Lists
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce the following Madison attorneys are included
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2022 U.S. News "Best Law Firms" List Includes Murphy Desmond S.C. in Multiple Practice Areas
The firm is pleased to announce inclusion in the 2022 U.S. News
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Firm Celebrates 90 Years of Serving the Community
On October 14, 2021, Murphy Desmond employees and their guests
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Mendoza Emcees Annual Hispanic Heritage Luncheon
Attorney Mario Mendoza served as Master of Ceremonies on October 13, 2021, for the
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Attorney Matt Frank Presents on Solar Project Siting at Seminar
On October 1, 2021, environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at the Wisconsin Towns
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Attorney Matt Fleming Interviewed Regarding "Property Disputes With Your Neighbors" on TVW
Real estate attorney Matt Fleming met with Talk Wisconsin in August
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Firm's Dodgeville Law Office Relocates to 100 Block of North Iowa Street
Murphy Desmond's Dodgeville office has moved a few doors down to
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The firm is pleased to announce that three Murphy Desmond attorneys have been
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COVID Vaccine Required for I-693 Immigration Medical Exams
Effective October 1, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will require
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Recognized in 2022 Best Lawyers® in America
The Best Lawyers in America® (2022 Edition) lists include 14 Murphy Desmond attorneys in numerous practice areas
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Attorney Jesse Named Chairman of the Board of Directors for the State Bank of Cross Plains
The Board of Directors at the State Bank of Cross Plains has unanimously elected
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Attorney Matt Frank Presents on Wisconsin Water Well Laws and Regulations
Environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at a Halfmoon Education, Inc. webinar entitled
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Basics of Estate Planning in Wisconsin
Read our new estate planning article that addresses the five components of an estate plan and
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Attorney Sarah DeKraay Discusses Post-Divorce Issues on "Wisconsin Women"
Divorce attorney Sarah DeKraay was featured in May 2021 on Wisconsin Women to
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Attorney Roy Fine Breaks Down Components of an Estate Plan
Estate planning lawyer Roy Fine discussed the "Basics of Estate Planning
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Attorney Glorily López Explains the Basics of Immigration Law on "Talk Wisconsin"
Immigration attorney and practice group leader Glorily López was featured on
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Murphy Desmond Celebrates 90 Years
In April 1931, Murphy Desmond was founded on the principles of legal integrity
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Attorney Mario Mendoza Featured on "Wisconsin Women" Regarding Professional License Defense
Attorney Mario Mendoza was interviewed on Wisconsin Women by Jessa Jeremiah in
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New Immigration Article on the Basics of Immigration Law and Lawful Immigration Status
See our new article to learn about immigration law and the many variables that can affect lawful immigrant status
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Attorney Jason Reed Discusses "Getting Started on Your Startup"
Business attorney Jason Reed was interviewed on Talk Wisconsin in March 2021 to answer
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Attorney Matt Frank Presents at Environmental Webinar
On January 21, 2021, environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at a Halfmoon Education
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Attorney Julie Brock Discusses Marital Property Agreements on "Wisconsin Women"
Family law attorney Julie Brock was interviewed on Wisconsin Women in January 2021 on
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Immigration Radio Show on La Movida Announces 2021 Schedule
Tune in one Friday a month in 2021 (see flyer here) to radio show
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2020 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists Include Murphy Desmond Lawyers
Murphy Desmond is honored that the following lawyers are included on lists for 2020 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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Murphy Desmond Included on 2021 U.S. News "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce rankings in the 2020 U.S. News - Best Lawyers
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Harlowe and Zimmerman Named Fellows of the American Bar Foundation
The firm congratulates attorneys Hal Harlowe and Ginger Zimmerman on
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The firm is pleased to announce that four Murphy Desmond attorneys have been included on lists for
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Ginger Zimmerman Included on Inaugural Lawdragon List of "500 Leading Lawyers"
The firm congratulates Murphy Desmond Attorney and President Ginger Zimmerman who has been named on the 2020 inaugura
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2021 Best Lawyers® in America Recognizes 14 Murphy Desmond Attorneys
Murphy Desmond congratulates the following attorneys for their inclusion in
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Divorce Lawyer Sarah DeKraay Interviewed for "Talk Wisconsin"
Attorney Sarah DeKraay was featured on Talk Wisconsin regarding the topic of
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Attorney Glorily López was interviewed on July 8, 2020, on Madison radio station WORT 89.9FM regarding
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Attorney Harvey Wendel Receives Award from the Wisconsin State Bar
Attorney Harvey Wendel is the 2020 recipient of the Senior Lawyers Division's Leonard L. Loeb Award
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Attorney Scott Salemi Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Scott Salemi, a highly accomplished litigator, to represent Murphy Desmond's clients in complex
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Employee Travel Consent Letters During "Safer at Home" Orders in Wisconsin
As many states and local governments issue "shelter in place" orders and restrictions affecting non-essential travel, many "essential businesses" and
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A Timeline on Coronavirus Legislation through March 22, 2020: What Wisconsin Employers Need to Know
As the situation relating to COVID-19 continues to rapidly evolve, it is important that employers be aware of legislation that will likely affect your
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act: A Guide for Wisconsin Employers
On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The law covers all companies with up to 500 employees
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A Message From Our President; COVID-19 Changes at Murphy Desmond S.C.
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and new government policies, Murphy Desmond would like to relay the firm's plans for working with our clients
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How can Wisconsin employers prepare for a coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak or other pandemics?
While many employers have plans for continuity of operations during natural disasters, the worldwide spreading of the coronavirus causing COVID-19
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Firm Supports Sustain Dane Through Annual Summit
Murphy Desmond was pleased to sponsor the 2019 Sustain Dane Summit, held on November 19, 2019, at Promega in Madison
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Named on 2019 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that the following Murphy Desmond lawyers are on the list for 2019 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2019 Early Stage Symposium
Murphy Desmond was a Silver Sponsor of the Early Stage Symposium in Madison, Wisconsin, on November 6-7, 2019, at the Monona Terrace
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Firm Included on 2020 "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce that we have been ranked in the 2020 U.S. News - Best Lawyers
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Murphy Desmond Appleton Office Moves
Effective October 15, 2019, the law office of Murphy Desmond S.C. has relocated its Appleton office to 15 Park Place, Suite 300, Appleton, Wisconsin 54914
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Firm Hosts Open House In Dodgeville
Murphy Desmond hosted an open house at the firm's new Dodgeville location on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, from 4-6 pm
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys and Guests Attend Annual GMCC Dinner
Murphy Desmond attorneys JP Croake, Glorily López, Matt Fleming, Connor Valentyn, Mario Mendoza, and Matt Frank, along with their guests Connie Hilla and Maria Muniagurria, attended
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Firm Welcomes Attorney Gayle Jebbia and Heather McNeill to Murphy Desmond
Effective September 1, 2019, family law attorney Gayle Jebbia and her assistant, Heather McNeill, joined Murphy Desmond S.C. through
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Mendoza to Moderate Panel at 2019 Wisconsin Leadership Summit
Murphy Desmond attorney and shareholder Mario Mendoza has been selected to moderate the Ethnic Chambers of Commerce panel discussion at the 2019 Wisconsin Leadership Summit on
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Murphy Desmond Opens Dodgeville Office Through Merger with Gayle Jebbia, Attorney at Law, S.C.
Effective September 1, 2019, Attorney Gayle Jebbia, owner of Gayle Jebbia, Attorney at Law, S.C., in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, will merge her family law practice with Murphy Desmond's full-service law firm
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Best Lawyers® in America has recently recognized Murphy Desmond President and Managing Shareholder Jane F. (Ginger) Zimmerman as the 2020 "Lawyer of the Year" in
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2020 Best Lawyers® in America
The firm is pleased to announce that 13 Murphy Desmond lawyers are included in The Best Lawyers in America® (2020 Edition)
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2019 Badger Startup Summit
On August 22, 2019, Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2019 Badger Startup Summit at the Wisconsin Institutes of Discovery on the University of Wisconsin -Madison campus
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Attorney Julianne Brock Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to welcome Attorney Julianne Brock to our Madison office on July 1, 2019
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Attorney López Featured in Madison365.com Article Regarding POTUS Tweets on Deportations
Attorney Glorily López was the featured immigration lawyer in an article in Madison365.com on June 20, 2019, regarding
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Firm Sponsors 2019 Entrepreneurs' Conference
The 2019 Entrepreneurs' Conference was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 4-5, 2019, where Murphy Desmond was a sponsor for the
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Wendel Appointed to Committee to Assist the Supreme Court of Wisconsin
Attorney Harvey Wendel was appointed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court's Appointment Selection Committee for a three-year term beginning May 17, 2019, through April 30, 2022
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New 2019 Dates Set for Immigration Radio Show on La Movida
Tune in one Friday a month (see dates below) to radio show "Inmigración al Día" on La Movida Radio (WLMV 94.5 FM and 1480 AM) as bilingual Immigration Attorney and
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Frank to Chair Clean Lakes Alliance Executive Board of Directors
Attorney Matt Frank has been elected Chair of the Executive Board of Directors of the Clean Lakes Alliance
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Attorney Frank Appointed to Advisory Council by Wisconsin Governor-Elect Tony Evers
Attorney Matt Frank has been appointed to the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council by Wisconsin Governor-Elect Tony Evers
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Bechler Featured by Super Lawyers
Attorney Larry Bechler is highlighted in an article in Wisconsin Super Lawyers magazine and on the website as a featured 2018 Super Lawyer of interest
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Named on 2018 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that the following Murphy Desmond lawyers are included on lists for the recently released 2018 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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Firm Included on 2019 "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2019 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list and regionally in 13 practice areas
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Firm Sponsors 2018 Early Stage Symposium
On November 7-8, 2018, Murphy Desmond once again sponsored the Early Stage Symposium (ESS) in Madison
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López and Bechler Named 2019 "Lawyer of the Year"
Attorneys Glorily López and Larry Bechler were named 2019 "Lawyer of the Year" in Madison, Wisconsin, by Best Lawyers® in America
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by Best Lawyers®
The firm is pleased to announce that 13 Murphy Desmond lawyers are included in The Best Lawyers in America® (2019 Edition), including two additional lawyers since the 2018 listing
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Murphy Desmond Supports 2018 Badger Startup Summit
On August 22, 2018, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Badger Startup Summit as part of Forward Fest in Madison, Wisconsin
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Mendoza Presents on Physician Licensing Matters
Attorney Mario Mendoza presented on the topic of Licensing Problems: Handling Probation, Suspensions, Revocations and More
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Murphy Desmond sponsored the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) 25th Annual Central States Bankruptcy Workshop from June 7-9, 2018 in Lake Geneva, WI
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Zimmerman on Panel at Wisconsin Entrepreneur Conference
On June 6, 2018, Attorney Ginger Zimmerman joined a panel of start-up professionals to discuss the topic of "Killer Mistakes and How to Avoid Them" to a group of attendees at the Wisconsin Entrepreneur Conference
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Firm Attends Latino Chamber of Commerce Gala
On Saturday, March 10, 2018, employees from Murphy Desmond and their guests attended the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County Annual Gala
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López Interviewed on WMTV Regarding DACA
Immigration Attorney Glorily López was interviewed by Madison, Wisconsin's NBC affiliate WMTV, which aired on Friday, March 2, 2018
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Zimmerman Presents on Bankruptcy in Estate Planning
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman spoke to members of the Madison Estate Planning Council on Monday, February 26, 2018, at the Madison Club
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Attorneys Fine, Maciolek and Reed Named Shareholders
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce the following attorneys have been named shareholders with the firm, effective January 1, 2018: Roy Fine, Mark Maciolek and Jason Reed
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Tune in once a month to Spanish-speaking radio station La Movida (1480 AM in Madison, WI) as bilingual Immigration Attorney and Practice Group Leader Glorily A. López takes calls, texts, and Facebook Live
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Attorney López Interviewed for All About Living radio show with Carol Koby
Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Glorily A. López was interviewed on the All About Living radio show with Carol Koby, which aired on November 25, 2017, on Hank AM 1550 and 97.7 FM
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors Early Stage Symposium
On November 15-16, 2017, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Early Stage Symposium (ESS)
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Attorney López Presents to the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin 2017 Issues Briefing
Attorney Glorily A. López was the keynote speaker at a League of Women Voters (LWV) event in Madison, WI, on Saturday, October 28, 2017
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Attorney Frank Presents at Federation of Environmental Technologists (FET) Annual Conference
Attorney Matt Frank recently spoke at the annual conference of the Federation of Environmental Technologists (FET), held October 25-26, 2017, in Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Seeking Associate Litigation Attorney
The firm is actively seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney for our Madison office
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Bechler Inducted into the Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation
Attorney Larry Bechler was inducted into the 2017 Class of Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation
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Firm Members Attend LNA Meeting in Kansas City
Attorneys Brian Thill and Matt Fleming attended the fall meeting of Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA) in Kansas City, Missouri, October 4-6, 2017
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USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for All H-1B Petitions
On October 3, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) resumed premium processing for all types of H-1B visa petitions
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On October 2, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new partnership between USCIS and the Social Security Administration (SSA), which allows certain categories of foreign nationals to
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Attorney López Helps Lead Relief Efforts for Puerto Rico Amid Hurricane Maria's Destruction
On September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, damaging and destroying countless homes and causing severe damage to Puerto Rico's infrastructure
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USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for Certain Cap-Subject H-1B Visa Petitions
On September 18, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that premium processing would resume for H-1B visa petitions subject to the Fiscal Year 2018 (FY2018) cap
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Firm Joins Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA)
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that we have joined Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA), a multi-discipline law firm network throughout the United States and the world
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Attorney López Joins TEMPO Madison
Attorney Glorily A. López is a new member of TEMPO Madison, an invitation-only organization of diverse, executive-level women in Madison, Wisconsin
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Attorney López Interviewed on Capital City Sunday Morning Show in Madison
Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Glorily A. López was interviewed on WKOW, Channel 27 TV's morning show, Capital City Sunday, which aired on Sunday, September 10, 2017
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2018 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that 12 of our lawyers have been named to 2018 Best Lawyers® in America in 13 different practice areas
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Zimmerman and Bechler Named Madison "Lawyer of the Year"
Best Lawyers® in America has named Murphy Desmond lawyers Ginger Zimmerman and Larry Bechler as 2018 "Lawyer of the Year" in Madison, Wisconsin
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Attorney López Featured in In Business Article on Immigration
Immigration Attorney Glorily A. López was interviewed for In Business magazine's August 2017 issue regarding President Trump's recent "Buy American/Hire American" executive order and the H-1B visa program.
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Fine Interviewed for In Business Article
Attorney Roy Fine was interviewed by In Business magazine regarding death and taxes as it relates to business owners
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Attorney López Presents on DACA to TEMPO Madison
Attorney Glorily A. López presented on the topic of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to TEMPO members and their guests at Madison Club on August 8, 2017
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USCIS Announces Every Naturalization Applicant Must provide Biometrics Regardless of Age
On July 26, 2017, USCIS updated the USCIS Policy Manual to specify that every naturalization (citizenship) applicant must provide biometrics (e.g. fingerprints) regardless of age, unless the applicant qualifies for a fingerprint waiver due to certain medical conditions or disabilities.
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USCIS to Resume H-1B Premium Processing for Certain Cap-Exempt Petitions
On July 24, 2017, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced it will resume premium processing for certain cap-exempt H-1B employment petitions effective immediately.
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Wendel Named to the Fellows' Board of Trustees
Attorney Harvey Wendel was named to the Board of Trustees of the Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation for a one-year term.
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Zimmerman Named President of Murphy Desmond S.C.
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce that Attorney Jane F. (Ginger) Zimmerman has been elected to serve as President of the firm, effective May 30, 2017.
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Firm Sponsors Entrepreneur Conference
On June 6-7, 2017, the firm sponsored the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference at Union South (on the University of Wisconsin campus), as well as the Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest.
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors Madison College Challenge
For the second consecutive year, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Madison College Challenge, an annual business plan competition put on by Madison Area Technical College on May 5, 2017.
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López Interviewed for In Business Magazine Immigration Article
Immigration attorney Glorily López was interviewed for an article in the April 2017 issue of In Business magazine regarding the impact of the latest immigration policies on employers and workers.
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In light of the latest executive order on immigration on March 6, 2017, Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Attorney Glorily A. López was interviewed by ABC-affiliate WKOW (Channel 27) in Madison, Wisconsin.
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López Featured in Wisconsin Lawyer magazine
Immigration lawyer Glorily López was interviewed for a feature in the magazine of the Wisconsin State Bar.
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Attorney Harlowe Interviewed About Restorative Court Changes in Dane County
Dane County is part of a nationwide Restorative Court project intended to reduce incarcerations and racial inequities of young people ages 17 to 25 for non-violent and lower level crimes
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Attorney Bill Mundt Passes Away Unexpectedly
The attorneys and staff at Murphy Desmond S.C. are profoundly saddened by the loss of our colleague and friend, William F. Mundt
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Attorney López Speaks at "United We Stand" Immigration Seminar in Madison, WI
Immigration attorney Glorily López spoke to a large crowd on Sunday, January 29, 2017, at the "United We Stand" immigration seminar
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Firm Sponsors RENEW Wisconsin's 2017 Energy Policy Summit
Murphy Desmond was a sponsor of the RENEW Wisconsin Energy Policy Summit on January 19, 2017, at the Monona Terrace in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Supreme Court Hears Case on Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Bankruptcy
On January 17, 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Midland Funding v. Johnson
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The firm congratulates Murphy Desmond lawyers Maryam Ghayyad and Mark Maciolek, as they have both been selected to participate in the Wisconsin State Bar's 2017 Young Lawyers Conference & Leadership Summit, to be held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on March 24, 2017
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Social Security Administration Stops Mailing Statements to Certain Group
Due to budget restrictions, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will make changes to the mailings of important information for many people planning for retirement
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The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Sarah DeKraay has become a shareholder with Murphy Desmond S.C., effective January 1, 2017
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on 2016 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Congratulations to the following Murphy Desmond attorneys who have been named on lists for 2016 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
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Brickl Receives Unsung Heroes Award
On December 1, 2016, Murphy Desmond office manager Kathy Brickl was honored at a luncheon in Milwaukee for an "Unsung Heroes Award" by Wisconsin Law Journal. Kathy was nominated and won the award given to legal support staff who work hard behind the scenes to get things done
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Murphy Desmond S.C. Ranked in 2017 "Best Law Firms"
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2017 U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list regionally in 14 practice areas
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IRS Due Diligence Initiative Focuses on Tax Preparers
As part of its Due Diligence Initiative, the IRS is sending letters to tax preparers it suspects are not performing the due diligence required prior to allowing their clients to take the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Child Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit and American Opportunity Tax Credit on their returns
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Morgan and Helland Present to WWBIC at Firm's Madison Office
Attorneys Bill Morgan and Alison Helland presented seminars through Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) in two separate seminars held at the firm's Madison office
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Bechler Named 2017 "Lawyer of the Year"
Attorney Larry Bechler has been named 2017 "Lawyer of the Year-Municipal Law" in Madison, Wisconsin, by Best Lawyers® in America. Larry received the same award in 2012.
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Mendoza on Board of Downtown Madison Rotary
Attorney Mario Mendoza has joined the Board of Directors at the Rotary Club of Madison for a 2-year term.
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2017 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been named to 2017 Best Lawyers® in America in 14 different practice areas.
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On July 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Justice asked the U.S. Supreme Court for a rehearing before nine justices in the case over President Obama's executive actions on immigration, highlighting the need for a definitive decision on the matter instead of the non-precedential 4-4 split reached by the high court in June 2016.
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On June 17, 2016, a three-judge panel of the United States Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the trial court's decision in Trade Well Int'l v. United Cent. Bank (Trade Well II).
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Firm Sponsors 2016 Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference
Murphy Desmond is pleased to again be a sponsor of the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference on June 7-8, 2016, at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI.
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Immigration attorney Lopez Interviewed on WKOW
Farming in Wisconsin is one of the many industries affected by immigration laws.
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Attorney Roy Fine Joins Murphy Desmond
Appleton attorney, Roy Fine, has joined Murphy Desmond's business, estate planning and intellectual property practice groups.
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Attorney Lopez Receives Immigration Award
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez has received an award from ThreeBest Rated, an online rating organization that ranks top businesses in a market.
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The PATH Act: Restrictions on Claims For Certain Credits
With tax season under way, make sure you are aware of changes included in the PATH Act as it relates to restrictions on claims for certain credits.
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New Requirements for ITIN Under the PATH Act
Did you know there are new requirements for Issuance of Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN) under The PATH Act?
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Attorney Lopez Interviewed on WKOW
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez was featured in a story on Madison TV station, WKOW, about immigration trends toward citizenship, as it relates to the Trump campaign.
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IRS Taxpayer Resources Available in Spanish
The IRS provides taxpayer resources in Spanish
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Criminal Defense Attorney Bruce Rosen Joins Murphy Desmond
On February 8, 2016, Bruce Rosen joined Murphy Desmond S.C. in the areas of Criminal Defense, Professional License Defense, and Litigation. Bruce’s legal career spans 45 years of representing clients in an array of criminal and professional defense matters.
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Attorney Frank Summarizes Clean Power Plan Update
Read here for a brief update on the Clean Power Plan (CPP).
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Update on IRS-Related Phone Scams
This brief article gives information on protecting yourself from IRS-related phone scams.
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López Named on List of Most Influential Latinos in Wisconsin
Congratulations to immigration attorney Glorily López! She has been named one of the “48 Most Powerful Latinos in Wisconsin” in the nonprofit online magazine Madison365. Glorily was recognized for her work in immigration matters and immigration reform.
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Catch Attorney López's Call-in (Spanish-Speaking) Radio Show on La Movida in Madison
Please see the English and Spanish schedules of Glorily's López's radio show for 2016.
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Murphy Desmond Lawyers Included on Lists for 2015 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Nine Murphy Desmond lawyers are included on lists for 2015 Wisconsin Super Lawyers or Rising Stars. They include: Larry Bechler (State/Local Municipal Law); Stephen Beilke (Family Law); Hal Harlowe (Criminal Defense); Stephen Morgan (Business Litigation); Robert Pasch (Business/Corporate Law); William Rameker (Bankruptcy: Business); and Ginger Zimmerman (Bankruptcy: Business).
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Murphy Desmond S.C. Ranked in 2016 "Best Law Firms"
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2016 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list in 13 practice areas in the Madison metropolitan area. Firms included in the 2016 "Best Law Firms" list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered ranking signals the quality of law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Murphy Desmond received the following rankings:
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Frank Presents at UW College of Engineering Seminar
Environmental lawyer Matt Frank will present on the topic of "Site Control and Due Diligence" on October 27, 2015, at the Wind Energy Balance-of-Plant Design seminar put on by the University of Wisconsin College of Engineering in Madison, WI.
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Four Attorneys Named "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" by Best Lawyers in America® 2016
Four Murphy Desmond lawyers were named "Lawyer of the Year" in their respective practice areas by Best Lawyers in America® 2016. Only one lawyer is named a "Lawyer of the Year" in each area of law in individual markets.
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Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law: Bob Pasch, Bill Rameker, Ginger Zimmerman
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Attorney Frank to present at Conferences
Environmental attorney Matt Frank will present at two upcoming conferences: the High Capacity Water Well Science, Law and Regulation seminar in Madison WI, on September 2, 2015, and the Renewable Energy in the Midwest Conference in Minneapolis
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Murphy Desmond Sponsors the Badger Startup Summit Event at Forward Fest
Madison's entrepreneur and technology groups convene in numerous events at Forward Fest from August 20 through August 27, 2015. Forward Fest Murphy Desmond is a part of this great event as a sponsor of the Badger Startup Summit.
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Harlowe named Nation's Top One Percent by National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Attorney Hal Harlowe has been selected to the 2015 list as a member of the Nation's Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). The mission of the NADC is to recognize attorneys who elevate the standards of the Bar and provide a benchmark for other lawyers to emulate.
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Firm Welcomes DeKraay and Pellerin to Madison Office: Knueppel to Janesville Office
Attorneys Sarah DeKraay, Nicole Pellerin and Shanna Knueppel recently joined Murphy Desmond in several practice areas. Sarah is an experienced family law attorney and assists clients with estate planning; Nicole
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Larry Bechler Co-writes Urban Agriculture
Attorney Larry Bechler has co-written a book entitled Urban Agriculture which is now available at the American Bar Association website. The book addresses aspects of agricultural activities in non-rural settings
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Casper and Frank Named Equity Shareholders at Murphy Desmond
Attorneys Tim Casper and Matt Frank recently became equity shareholders at the firm. Tim is a trial lawyer who joined the firm in 2013. Matt joined Murphy Desmond in 2014 and is an environmental lawyer.
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Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named 2014 Wisconsin Super Lawyers
We congratulate the following lawyers who were included on the list for 2014 Wisconsin Super Lawyers
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Join the conversation with Attorney Glorily Lopez on her La Movida immigration radio program
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez will be available to take your calls or text messages on the Madison-area Spanish radio station, La Movida (1480AM) on Friday mornings in 2015, to answer your immigration questions.
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Online Payment Option Available for Clients
Murphy Desmond clients are now able to make payments online through our "Make a Payment" button on the top of our website pages. The secured page allows clients to make full or partial payments that will be received in real time.
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Murphy Desmond Work Cited Extensively by State High Court
Attorneys Bob Pasch and Brian Thill, co-authors of Wisconsin Collection Law, recently had their publication cited on numerous occasions in the Supreme Court of Wisconsin's decision in Associated Bank v. Collier.
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U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Rameker in Clark v. Rameker
Attorney William Rameker and his team argued in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Clark v. Rameker, and the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Rameker. The case, which has to do with non-spousal inherited IRAs in bankruptcy proceedings
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Former WI DNR Secretary Matt Frank Joins Murphy Desmond
Attorney Matt Frank has joined Murphy Desmond and will be practicing in the areas of Environmental Law, Renewable Energy and Sustainabilty, as well as Administrative/Regulatory Law, Municipal Law and Litigation.
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2013 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Named
These attorneys were chosen to 2013 Super Lawyers: Larry Bechler, Stephen Beilke (also a "Top 50 Wisconsin" and "Top 25 Madison" Super Lawyer), Hal Harlowe, Steve Morgan, Bill Mundt, Bob Pasch, Bill Rameker, Steve Tumbush and Ginger Zimmerman.
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Murphy Desmond wins #1 Preferred Law Firm 4 Years in a Row
The Annual Book of Lists, published by In Business magazine, names Murphy Desmond as the first place "Preferred Law Firm" in the Madison area, as selected by its 950-member executive register (local business executives).
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Appleton Office Opens for Business
On October 1, 2013, Murphy Desmond opened a law office in Appleton, Wisconsin, to serve the Fox Cities and surrounding region. The office is managed by attorney Warren Kraft, whose practice includes real estate and development
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Mendoza and Morgan Named Shareholders
Attorneys Mario Mendoza and William E. Morgan have been named Shareholders at Murphy Desmond S.C. Mario's practice focuses on assisting clients in business and real estate matters, family law, and litigation.
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For All Your Legal Challenges
With approximately 30 attorneys in a wide range of practices, Murphy Desmond S.C. can assist you in all of your business and personal legal needs. Since 1931, our firm has worked to achieve our clients’ goals in a timely, cost-effective, and final manner.
When choosing a law firm, choose lawyers and a firm that has consistently been recognized for excellence over the years.
For a consultation with Murphy Desmond, call 608.257.7181 or send us an e-mail. Our firm has offices in Madison, Janesville, Appleton, and Dodgeville, and serves clients throughout Wisconsin.
