Joseph H. Helm

Joseph H. Helm

also known as Joe Helm

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 42 years

Trusts Lawyer at Menomonee Falls, WI
Practice Areas: Trusts, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills

N88 W16783 Main St, Menomonee Falls, WI

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Trusts 50%

Revocable Living Trusts, Irrevocable Trusts, Life Insurance Trusts, Charitable Trusts

43 years

50%
Estate Planning 30%

Elder Law, Wills Trusts, Guardianship

43 years

30%
Wills and Living Wills 20%

Wills, Advance Directives, Financial Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney

43 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 42 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 41 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1984

Retired

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 42 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1983

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Mclario, Helm & Bertling, Sc

N88 W16783 Main St, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051

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Joseph H. Helm's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

118 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Jackie

“Google” came to my rescue by helping me select an attorney at random in the M.F. area. It was time to revise my outdated will and after reviewing the various websites, it was my good fortune to call McLario, Helm, Bertling & Spiegel and set an appointment with Joseph H. Helm, Jr. Because of his 3...0+ years of experience in estate planning, his counsel was invaluable. I was most appreciative of his patience in answering all of my questions, concerns and setting my mind at ease to know that my wishes will be fulfilled. I especially appreciate the binder I was given at our final meeting. It not only included my estate plan, but a section simplifying the procedures my family will follow at the time I am incapacitated or at the time of my death. I highly recommend the services of a true professional – Attorney Joseph Helm, Jr.

Posted by Al | February 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Plan

Joe prepared the estate plan for my wife and myself. It was extremely easy since Joe knew the best course for our situation. The result was an easy to negotiate and easy to understand information package along with all of the legal documents.

Posted by Carol and Robert | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Competent & Professional

Attorney Helm made our estate planning experience a breeze. He is extremely knowledgable, pleasant, thorough, and efficient. We walked away with an organized binder of documents, including health care directives and MOA designation, all of which will make it easy for us and our trustee(s). This is... the guy to hire!

Posted by Julie | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Wonderful To Work With

Atty. Helm prepared all my estate documents including trusts, will, POAs living will, etc. He and his staff were very kind and understanding; he answered all my questions and concerns and could not have made this process any easier. I highly recommend Atty. Helm!

Posted by Kathy | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Very helpful and Knowledgeable!!

Attorney Helm's expertise in family law and estate planning provided me with a complete will and trust package that addresses all of my needs. He explained the process thoroughly, answering all my questions. I will definitely recommend him to friends and family.

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Joseph H. Helm's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alan Spiegel

Trusts lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joe. He is an extremely competent lawyer who practices with integrity."

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Jaymes Fenton

Unknown lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Atty. Helm is an expert in Estate Planning. His years of experience ensure quality preparation of the trusts and wills he creates for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Wells

Probate lawyer

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Jeff Hughes

Family lawyer

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Michael Bertling

Personal injury lawyer

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Jaymes Fenton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alan Spiegel

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Partner, Mclario, Helm & Bertling, Sc

Associations

1983 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2015 - 2018

Village of Menomonee Falls, WI

President

1984 - 2018

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

1983 - 2018

Indiana State Bar

Member

Education

1983

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Bob Jones University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

N/A

University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh

Speaking Engagements

2017

Numerous conference annually

Estate Planning

Publications

1990

Wisconsin Lawyer ADR: An Alternative for Settling Civil Disputes

1983

Valparaiso University Law Review Editor

1982

Valparaiso University Law Review Editor

Languages

English

Spanish

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