Keith R. Stachowiak
November 17, 2009 by keith
Trial Practice
Mr. Stachowiak’s practice focuses primarily on serious personal injury cases caused by unsafe premises, defective products, motor vehicle accidents, and other forms of negligent conduct. He has represented clients throughout Wisconsin. He is admitted to practice before all of the courts of Wisconsin, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western District of Wisconsin. In addition, he has been involved in cases successfully tried through verdict in California, Nevada, and Utah.
Professional Activities & Honors
Mr. Stachowiak is an active member of the American Association of Justice, State Bar of Wisconsin, and Wisconsin Association of Justice. He has also lectured and authored articles for presentation at continuing legal education seminars sponsored by the Wisconsin Association of Justice and is the author of the chapter in a State Bar of Wisconsin book entitled “Wisconsin Trial Practice.”
Education
Mr. Stachowiak earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, graduating in 1979 with a degree in Accounting. He passed the CPA examination in 1980. He graduated from Marquette University Law School in 1983, cum laude.
Background
Mr. Stachowiak was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 4, 1957. He currently resides in Franklin, Wisconsin, with his wife of 30 years.
Personal Interests
Volunteering time and effort is important to Mr. Stachowiak. He serves on the board administering the St. Gerard Fund, a scholarship program for families with children in several area Catholic Schools. He is on the executive committee of the Parkview Parochial League, an association of 23 area Catholic grade schools. He is a past president of his church’s parish council, former grade school athletic director, and former president of a 180-member homeowner’s association in Franklin.
Email address: kstachowiak@murphyprachthauser.com
Kevin J. Kukor
November 17, 2009 by keith
Trial Practice
Mr. Kukor is a partner of the firm, focusing his practice primarily on serious personal injury cases caused by motor vehicle accidents, construction site accidents, unsafe premises and medical malpractice. He is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has successfully tried numerous jury cases through verdict, and represented clients throughout Wisconsin, as well as in Illinois, Michigan, Florida, and California.
Professional Activities & Honors
Mr. Kukor is a member of the Wisconsin Association of Justice and has been on their Board of Directors since 1994. He is also an active member of the American Association of Justice, the State Bar of Wisconsin, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He has lectured before numerous bar organizations, including the Wisconsin Association of Justice and the Milwaukee Bar Association. In addition, he has also been an Instructor at Marquette University Law School teaching Trial Advocacy.
Education
Mr. Kukor earned his bachelor’s degree from Marquette University in 1974. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School in 1977.
Background
Mr. Kukor was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on April 16, 1952. He currently resides with his wife, Maureen, in Greendale, Wisconsin, and has three children, Ryan, Quinn, and Mackenzie.
Personal Comments
I am proud to be part of a law firm where, on a daily basis, we have the opportunity to help people who most need help – innocent victims of accidents.
Email address: kkukor@murphyprachthauser.com
Don C. Prachthauser
November 17, 2009 by keith
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 be associated with each and every member of our law firm.
Email address: dprachthauser@murphyprachthauser.com
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.
Mr. Prachthauser has been honored to be listed in The Best Lawyers in America for over ten years.
He has also been included in the Super Lawyer group of the Top 10 Attorneys in Wisconsin.
Mr. Prachthauser also has been honored by his election to the American College of Trial Lawyers (limited to 1% from each state).
He has also been honored by the International Society of Barristers.
In 2007, Mr. Prachthauser was given the Trial Lawyer of the Year award by the Wisconsin Association for Justice. 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. |
