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Chris Duesing is a shareholder with the firm and the managing partner of its Lake Geneva office. His practice features civil litigation matters in all types of personal injury cases including motor vehicle accidents, boating accidents, contractor negligence, injuries from animals, slip and fall accidents and other third-party liability claims. Chris has conducted multiple jury trials throughout the State of Wisconsin and has argued before the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Chris has been named as a top attorney in Wisconsin by Super Lawyers since 2010. Prior to that he was named as a Rising Star between 2007 and 2009. Chris has been certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy since 2007. He has a five-star rating from clients on and was awarded the Client’s Choice Award in 2014.
Chris is a past President of the Walworth County Bar Association and continues to be an active member. He was appointed as a temporary Walworth County Court Commissioner in order to serve as a wedding officiant. Chris is a longstanding member in the Wisconsin Association for Justice and American Association for Justice. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA and was recently elected to serve on its Executive Committee.
Chris graduated with Honors from Drake University Law School in 1995. Chris is a lifelong resident of Wisconsin and resides in Burlington with his wife and two children. When not in the office or courtroom, Chris enjoys spending time with his family, going to the YMCA and playing/watching sports. He also volunteers his time with the Burlington Athletic Association and Cross Lutheran Church.
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Acquired: 1995
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851 Park Dr #102, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147-4586
24 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Animal & Dog Bites
Knowledgeable, ethical and works with integrity
I was referred to Chris by a family member after an animal injured me while walking. This led to a long recovery and plenty of time to get to know Chris and the staff in Lake Geneva. They communicated what to expect very well and the expert knowledge Chris has of the Wisconsin laws set my mind at ea...
Posted by Scott | April 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Chris Duesing is GREAT!
I was referred to Chris Duesing for a vehicle accident case and from the start I knew he was the right guy. He is up front with how everything works. There were no surprises and when I had questions or issues with other matters pertaining to the case him and his team were always helpful and quick to ...
Posted by Melissa | August 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great experience with Chris and team
I cannot recommend Chris and his team enough. He was professional yet easy to talk to, he explained everything clearly, and his team kept everything moving and updated me on the status of my case. The entire process from initial consultation to receiving my settlement was so easy. I couldn't be happi...
Posted by Janet | January 26, 2015 | Personal Injury
Excellent lawyer
Christopher Duesing was an excellent attorney with Habush Habusch and Rottier that displays caring and compassion towards me and my situation. He was very informative, returned calls in a timely manner and was very up front with me about my injury case and what the outcome could be. He gathered all...
Posted by Diane | September 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Chris was very professional and knowledgeable about my particular situation. I felt he was thorough in working my case and in keeping me up-to-date with its progress. I was very satisfied with the settlement.
"I am happy to refer any prospective client to Mr. Duesing for help with their personal injury matters. I have found him to be a lawyer of exceptional competence in his practice area, and moreover a very personable individual with which to work."
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2020
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs - Lake Geneva, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Best Lawyers, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2019
2019 Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2012
Certified Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2012
Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Certified Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2004 - Present
Shareholder/Attorney, Habush Habush & Rottier S.C.
1998 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Kasdorf Lewis & Swietlik, S.C.
Member
Member
2008 - 2008
Walworth County Bar AssociationPast President
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Automobile Insurance Law in Wisconsin
2010
Automobile Insurance Law in Wisconsin
2009
Consequences of Underage Drinking
2006
Pleading Punitive Damages in Drunk Driving Cases
2006
Effective Mediation
2006
1998
1994
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