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Patrick J. Taggart II
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Biography
Patrick Taggart II grew up in Sauk City, Wisconsin. After graduating from Marquette University Law School, he returned to the Sauk City and Prairie du Sac area and joined LaRowe Gerlach & Roy, LLP as an associate attorney. In 2001, Patrick became a partner of the law firm. The firm was subsequently re-named LaRowe Gerlach Taggart LLP in March of 2013. In 2017, he was appointed as a Court Commissioner for Sauk County, Wisconsin. In 2021, Patrick founded Taggart Law LLC.
He is a general practice lawyer, whose areas of expertise include: Real Estate Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Corporate and Business Law, Litigation, Collections, Banking Law and Title Insurance.
In April of 2011, Patrick Taggart II was awarded an AV® Preeminent ™ Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell. This is the highest rating available to an attorney in the United States. He was selected as one of Wisconsin’s Top Rated Lawyers™ of 2013 for Banking & Finance, Business & Commercial and General Practice. Avvo has given him its highest rating of 10.0/Superb. From 2015 through 2020, Patrick has been selected as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent in Trusts & Estates and Real Estate by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC). From 2016 through 2019, he was selected as one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in the State of Wisconsin by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ASLA). He has also appeared on Court TV.
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 28 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1997
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Location
Law Offices of Patrick J. Taggart II
Prairie du Sac, WI
Taggart Law LLC
1730 Community Drive, Sauk City, WI, 53583
Law Offices of Patrick J. Taggart II
Sauk Prairie, WI
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Patrick J. Taggart II's Reviews
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Posted by Christine | September 3, 2014
Review of Patrick Taggart II
We used Patrick Taggart II to help us with our own will and also to help me with my aunt's estate after her death. Patrick was very detailed, knowledgeable, quick to respond to my calls, and made me feel comfortable in our conversations. Everything was done thoroughly and on time. His staff was ve...
Posted by April | August 30, 2014
Thankful for Patrick J. Taggart II.
I appreciate the immediate response I get from Patrick. He always knows what to do. He has helped my husband and I with our personal and business matters. Patrick has made every situation easier with his knowledge and expertise. What a blessing to the profession. Give him a try and you will see!...
Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2009
Business Purchase
Patrick helped me with the purchase of a business. He was very knowledgeable and expedient. He made excellent recommendations and kept the lines of communication open and clear. Although the purchase had some emotional components, Patrick kept me focused on the end result and now I am thoroughly e...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2008
Client Review
Pat represented me on the real estate closing. Great communication, explained precisely what I am getting myself into (and was right). He was very knowledgeable and responsive to all my questions. Definitely the attorney you can count on and you will not be disappointed in his representation of yo...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2008
Client Review
Patrick is an awesome attorney! His approach is very honest and straight forward. He takes the time to thoroughly understand the situation and carefully lays out his recommended approach. I highly recommend him for any of your legal needs.
Patrick J. Taggart II's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Patrick since law school almost 18 years ago. I am very confident in referring clients who have various legal matters in Sauk County or surrounding areas to Patrick. He is a highly knowledgeable and conscientious attorney who represents his clients to the fullest extent."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have known Patrick for many years, and I know him to be a very competent attorney. I have no hesitation in referring clients to him in those areas of the law which I don't handle or when a conflict of interest arises."
"I heartily endorse Pat's work. Pat is a very knowledgeable and competent practitioner, who combines his excellent skills with good judgment and common sense, and avoids unnecessary contentiousness without compromising his ability to get the sort of results he wants for his clients."
"I have worked w/ Pat for over a decade. His work is excellent and he has the rare ability to listen to his clients. I refer work to him when we have a conflict."
"I have known Pat for over 13 years. He has always demonstrated the highest level of integrity, professionalism and competence. He is a good person, father and leader in his community. He is a successful attorney and partner with his firm. He is a talented and dedicated lawyer, and you will not find a more caring and compassionate lawyer. I am honored to give Pat the highest endorsement. Chad W. Koplien"
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2018
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Wisconsin, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Wisconsin, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Wisconsin, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Preeminent 4.6 out of 5 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney - Estate Planning, Lead Counsel Review Board
2014
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney - Probate, Lead Counsel Review Board
2014
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Preeminent 4.6 out of 5 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney - Business, Lead Counsel Review Board
2013
Wisconsin's Top Rated Lawyers™ of 2013 - General Practice, ALM
2013
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney - Business Law, Lead Counsel Review Board
2013
Lead Counsel Rated Attorney - Estate Planning Law, Lead Counsel Review Board
2013
Preeminent 4.6 out of 5 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Wisconsin's Top Rated Lawyers™ of 2013 - Banking & Finance, ALM
2013
Wisconsin's Top Rated Lawyers™ of 2013 - Business & Commercial, ALM
2013
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Preeminent 4.6 out of 5 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV® Preeminent™ 4.7 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Rated 2.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Preeminent 4.6 out of 5 Client Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Rated 2.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Rated 2.9 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
CV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
CV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
CV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
CV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
CV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
Semi Finalist - Ramon Klitzke Moot Court Competition, Marquette University Law School
1996
CALI (Am. Jur. eq.) Top Grade in Elder Law, Marquette University Law School
1996
Zilber Scholarship, Marquette University Law School
1996
Semi Finalist - National Moot Court Competition, 47th Annual National Moot Court Competition sponsored by the American College of Trial Lawyers
1995
CALI (Am. Jur. eq.) Top Grade in Constitutional Law, Marquette University Law School
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, LaRowe Gerlach Taggart LLP
2017 - 2018
Court Commissioner, Sauk County
2013 - 2018
General Counsel, Colsac Skiers Inc.
2001 - 2013
Partner, LaRowe, Gerlach & Roy, LLP
1997 - 2001
Associate Attorney, LaRowe, Gerlach & Roy, LLP
1996 - 1997
Law Clerk, LaRowe, Gerlach & Roy, LLP
1995 - 1996
Research Assistant to Dean Howard Eisenberg, Marquette University Law School
Associations
2013 - Present
Merrimac Community Charter School Governance CouncilParent Representative
2013 - Present
Colsac Skiers Inc.Board of Directors
2011 - Present
Collection Attorney and Arbitration Service AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Elder Law Attorney Practice GroupMember
2011 - Present
Top Tier Legal GroupMember
2010 - Present
Construction Lawyer NetworkMember
2010 - Present
Corporate Lawyer NetworkMember
2010 - Present
Estate Planner Legal NetworkMember
2010 - Present
Real Estate Lawyer NetworkMember
2010 - Present
Trusts and Estates NetworkMember
2010 - Present
National Constitution Center Trust and Estates CommunityMember
2010 - Present
Elder Law / Elder Care & Estate Planning GroupMember
2010 - Present
Estates and Elder Law Services NetworkMember
2009 - Present
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital FoundationBoard of Directors
2008 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Construction and Public Contract Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
Hyatt Legal Plans Attorney NetworkMember
2006 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh CircuitMember
1998 - Present
Sauk City Housing AuthorityBoard of Directors
1997 - Present
Sauk County Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1997 - Present
U.S. Western District Court of WisconsinMember
1997 - Present
U.S. Eastern District Court of WisconsinMember
1994 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, InternationalMember
2011 - 2012
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of CommercePast President
2009 - 2010
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee Joint Meeting/Village Relations Task ForceChairman
2008 - 2010
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of CommercePresident
2007 - 2008
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of CommerceVice President
2007 - 2012
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
2007 - 2009
Prairie du Sac Friends of the LibraryVice President
2007 - 2010
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development CommitteeMember
2007 - 2012
Sauk Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Executive CommitteeMember
1997 - 2005
State Bar of Wisconsin, Law Practice SectionMember
1997 - 2007
State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
1997 - 2005
State Bar of Wisconsin, General Practice SectionMember
1997 - 2008
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 1997
Marquette University Law School Moot Court BoardMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Pagel v. Schell et. al.
Obtained a $470,000 judgment for plaintiff (client).
Smith v. Stonebridge Life Ins.
Judgment for plaintiffs (clients)
William J. Rameker, Trustee v. Village of Wonewoc
Judgment for defendant (client).
Tiermann v. Trans Union, LLC
Judgment for plaintiff (client).
White v. Peterson's Valley Spring Farm et. al.
Judgment for plaintiff (client).
Rubenalt et. al. vs. Reeve
Jury returned verdict for defendant (client).
Education
1997
Marquette University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Wisconsin, Madison
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Edward Jones Estate Planning Event
Estate Planning: Basic to Advanced
2009
Mattel-American Girl Employee Benefit Fair
Estate Planning
Publications
2013
The Wall Street Journal
Attorney Patrick J. Taggart, II has Achieved the AV Preeminent (R) Rating
2013
ALM Legal Publications
Wisconsin's Top Rated Lawyers of 2013
Languages
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is my recourse, in WI, if a rent to own tenant falls behind on monthly rent payments?
21 Mar 2019
Q&A
Told to hold paycheck, then paycheck would bounce. Some employees have 4 checks not cashed!
17 Jul 2009
Q&A
I own a house and land. My fiance has no assets. Should I get a prenup to protect my assets?
22 Jul 2009