Dan Patrykus is a 1980 honors graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, a 1984 graduate of Marquette Law School, and a 1985 graduate of the National College of Criminal Defense Trial Institute at Mercer Law School in Macon, Georgia. From 1984 to 1992 he served as an Assistant State Public Defender in the agency’s Milwaukee Trial Office, where he conducted numerous homicide trials. One such trial, State v. Wirth, spanned six weeks. A later homicide trial, State v. Felton, was featured on Court TV. In 1994, Dan represented Christopher Scarver for the murder of Jeffrey Dahmer. He has conducted well over 50 jury trials.
In 1992, with Doug Keberle, he founded the Keberle, Patrykus & Laufenberg, LLP. All of his cases are now injury related. Dan has been recognized by attorneys and judges across the state as a Wisconsin SuperLawyer in plaintiff’s personal injury. Dan was also named among the top 100 trial lawyers in Wisconsin by The National Trial Lawyers. Dan has lectured on trial topics for the State Bar of Wisconsin, and arbitrates injury cases at the request of other attorneys.
Dan formerly served on the board of directors for “Friends of Abused Families Inc.”, a Washington county non-profit shelter for victims of domestic violence. Dan has coached YMCA football, Little League Baseball, and Club Basketball. He has zero tolerance for the powerful harming the powerless. He enjoys reminding insurance companies that providing full and fair compensation to those injured by the negligence of others keeps our communities safe. He resides with four wonderful teenage children and the most patient woman in the world, Michelle.
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Acquired: 1984
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2100 Gateway Court, Suite 100, West Bend, WI, 53095-8550
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Posted by Jenny | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
We couldn’t have chosen a better attorney than Daniel Patrykus! His extensive knowledge and understanding of the law proved extremely beneficial to the outcome of our complicated case. Dan was always professional, courteous and continued to keep us up to date with his progress. He was a great source ...
Posted by Greg | March 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I first Met Mr. Patrykus in his front lobby of his office years ago. We walked in together and I was unaware of who he was. Before I could ever be screened by an Assistant he asked how he could help. I could not believe a lawyer would talk to a potential client without being screened. He spent ...
Posted by Nick | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
We hired Dan Patrykus when we needed a lawyer for an auto accident that we weren't at fault. He was very helpful throughout the entire process, and explained everything very thoroughly. We were definitely pleased with the end result of the case as well.
Posted by Jeff | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dan practiced patience with our entire family throughout the lifecycle of our case. He provided timely updates along with detailed explanations of exactly what the strategy was. He allowed time for questions on our behalf along with thorough answers. During this difficult time it was reassuring knowi...
"I have known Dan for over 30 years and know that he is a highly respected and accomplished attorney who gets great results for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Dan Patrykus is an excellent lawyer. He is bright, honest and caring with a keen ability to identify critical legal issues in personal injury cases. I am continually impressed with the results he obtains. I endorse him. Alex Flynn"
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Dan is a very experienced attorney and is well respected by fellow attorneys. He is known to handle tough cases and is very successful in his practice."
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Lifetime Charter Membership Invitation, Rue Ratings Best Attorneys in America
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2016 - Present
Partner, Keberle Patrykus Laufenberg , LLP
1992 - Present
Partner, Keberle & Patrykus, LLP
1984 - 1992
Asst. SPD, State Public Defender - Milw Trial
2004 - Present
Wisconsin Association for JusticeMember
1998 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2007 - 2008
Friends of Abused FamiliesBoard of Directors
1996 - 2001
Wisconsin Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1992 - 2004
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1984 - 1996
Wisconsin Assn of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1985
National College Of Criminal Defense
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BA Cum Laude
1988
2006
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