Sarah A. Ponath

Sarah A. Ponath

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Business Lawyer at Butler, WI
Practice Areas: Business, Debt Collection, Wills & Living Wills ... +2 more

4779 N 126th Street., Suite 1, Butler, WI

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 35%

Helping small businesses and their owner families.

18 years

35%
Debt Collection 20%

My legal career follows a 15 year career in the credit & collections industry.

19 years

20%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

Wills, estate administration, advanced directives for health care. Medical assistance eligibility.

18 years

20%
Power of Attorney 15%

POA for health care and financial.

18 years

15%
Guardianship 10%

Adult guardian ad litem for protective placement, guardianships, WATTS review.

17 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-225 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sarah A Ponath LLC

4779 N 126th Street., Suite 1, Butler, WI, 53007

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Sarah A. Ponath's Reviews

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Posted by Teri | December 18, 2014

Easy to work with

Sarah settled my father's estate. She gave me an estimate of her price in advance. Sarah was very professional and called or emailed me when there was something for me to sign or discuss. She didn't waste my time and gave me the option to do some of the mailings, etc. which saved me money. She also h...andled the closing/title work for my father's property. Her total bill came in for less than what I was quoted.

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Sarah A. Ponath's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gia Pionek

Guardianship lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sarah is an incredibly professional and compassionate attorney who cares deeply for her clients. Her years of experience and knowledge serve her clients well."

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Bradley Jansen

Wills and living wills lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Jones

Unknown lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer whom I have known for 5 years. Ms. Ponath had offices in our building and is chairperson of the Waukesha County Bar Association- Criminal Section. She is a competent and aggressive advocate."

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Ryan Harrington

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is an exceptional litigator and a dynamic practicioner. She's well versed in many different areas, including estate planning, real estate, civil litigation and small claims. She is highly regarded in the community as having a great passion for the law and for being a zealous advocate for her clients. I do not hesitate to recommend her to all clients who are in need of a top notch attorney."

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Mark Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Attorney Ponath for several years. Attorney Ponath has an exceptional understanding of the criminal justice system. She is a fantastic litigator and consistently receives outstanding results for her clients. I highly recommend and endorse Attorney Ponath."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2000

Alumni Advocate of the Year, Wisconsin Alumni Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney / Owner, Law Offices of Sarah A Ponath LLC

2008 - 2012

Associate, Nelson Connell Conrad Tallmadge & Slein

2007 - 2008

Associate, Kershek Law Offices

2007 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, Waukesha County District Attorney

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Waukesha County Circuit Court

Associations

2014 - Present

Waukesha County Bar Association

Board of Directors

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Board of Governors

2012 - Present

Attorneys' Title Guaranty Fund, Inc.

Agent

2008 - Present

Waukesha County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Milwaukee Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

1997 - Present

WAA - Waukesha County Chapter

President / Member

1988 - Present

Wisconsin Alumni Association

Member

Education

2007

Marquette U

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Waukesha Kiwanas

Notice Requirements for Conceal Carry Law

2008

Business Law Class

Collections and Business Law

Languages

English

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