Attorney Profiles
James J. Murphy
Don C. Prachthauser
Kevin J. Kukor
Melita M. Biese
Keith R. Stachowiak
Thadd J. Llaurado
Mark D. Baus
Gail Brown
Moses J. Zimmermann
Professional Activities & Honors
Mr. Prachthauser has been honored to serve as the President of American
Board of Trial Advocates-Wisconsin Chapter. He is also a past president
of Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers and continues to serve on the board
of that organization. Mr. Prachthauser has been certified as a diplomat
of the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys and was recertified
in 2002. In addition, Mr. Prachthauser has served on the Milwaukee Bar
Association Judicial Selection Committee. He has been an instructor in
the trial practice program at the University of Wisconsin Law School.
Mr. Prachthauser has been honored to be listed in The Best Lawyers in
America for over ten years. Mr. Prachthauser also has been honored by
his election to the American College of Trial Lawyers (limited to 1% from
each state) and the International Society of Barristers.
Education
Mr. Prachthauser earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison,
graduating with distinction in 1972. He earned his Juris Doctorate from
Marquette University Law School in 1977.
Lectures
Mr. Prachthauser has been a Civil Trial Practice Instructor at the University
of Wisconsin Madison-Law School, and is a frequent presenter and speaker
for the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Board of Trial Advocates, and
Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers.
Background
Mr. Prachthauser was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on January 7, 1951.
Prior to joining the firm, he was House Counsel for Employers Insurance
of Wausau. He is married to Joan Marie, and they reside with their two
daughters, Tracy Beth and Emily Jean, in Hartland, Wisconsin.
Personal Comments
Our team approach to the practice of law not only makes us highly effective,
but also makes the practice very enjoyable. I am very proud to the associated
with each and every member of our law firm.
Email address: dprachthauser@murphyprachthauser.com
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: (414) 271-1011
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