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My practice is devoted to representing employees in equal opportunity, wrongful discharge, retaliation, whistleblower, and all kinds of employment matters. I counsel clients on the best course of action to ensure the best possible result for each individual client. I have experience in state, federal, and administrative venues regarding the WFEA, FMLA, Title VII, ADA, and ADEA, OSHA, FCA, and other employment laws. I'm a litigator, a negotiator, and a legal counselor.
Court Admissions:
Wisconsin Supreme Court
United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
United States District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
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18 years | 500 cases
18 years | 500 cases
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Acquired: 2008
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2880 S. Moorland Rd., New Berlin, WI, 53151
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Posted by Keith | September 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I was a party to an employment agreement. Nick advised me in a wrongful discharge dispute related to that agreement, and represented me during negotiations and settlement. He is a great teacher, and helped me to understand the issues so that we could work as partners to set a reasonable settlement ...
Posted by Emily | August 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Nick was a pleasure to work with. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided several options to obtain vacation pay that was promised however not delivered upon early termination. Nick was very responsive to my phone calls and emails and took time out of his day to make sure I understood my options ...
Posted by Wendy | August 18, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
I contacted Attorney McLeod for guidance on an employment separation agreement. It was clear from our first conversation that he has expert knowledge of the law and walked me through each step of the process. He outlined what to expect in straightforward terms and was extremely responsive when I ha...
Posted by John | May 14, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Nick was very responsive to my general inquiry on his firm's website. He took the time during our initial call to explain the nuances of my employment separation re unemployment compensation. He also assisted me later with a question I had regarding CARES issues. He obviously has taken the time to...
Posted by Mark | May 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Skilled and earnest are the first two words that come to mind when I think back on how well Nick McLeod represented me. He handily addressed each step of the process while at the same time offering reassurances and understandable explanations that turned a seemingly daunting situation into comfortabl...
"Nick is an outstanding attorney who works hard to get his clients a great result. Nick and I have worked on cases together in the past and I regularly refer him clients. I highly recommend Nick to anyone seeking representation for employment issues."
"Nick McLeod is an excellent courtroom litigator. He is always exceptionally prepared and knows his clients cases very well. He has a real gift for trial work. It is also very obvious how much he cares about his work. I strongly endorse him. Any client is lucky to have him as his/her advocate, and any lawyer is lucky to work alongside, or even in opposition, to him."
"I have worked with Attorney McLeod for almost two years. He is extremely dedicated and very smart. He is great with his clients. He has been a wonderful role model for me through the beginning of my legal career. I recommend him for all employment matters and unemployment benefit claims."
"Nick and I have litigated numerous cases together including a jury trial, oral argument to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and multiple hearings before the Wisconsin ERD. Nick is hard-working, trustworthy, and very smart. He's creative in theme development and always delivers the highest quality product and service to his clients. Nick knows how to put his client first while also walking a strait line with opposing counsel. We're honored to have Nick on our team of employment litigators."
"I have worked with Attorney McLeod for over four years. He is an exceptionally bright attorney and a strong litigator. Attorney McLeod is well known and respected in our legal community for his work as an employee advocate. He strikes an impressive balance of being a formidable opponent in the courtroom while always carrying himself in a professional, courteous and respectful manner. Attorney McLeod works diligently for his clients to get them the justice they deserve and he is an attorney you want on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many people to Nick and he has successfully resolved their disputes."
"I have worked with Attorney McLeod for many years and find him to be a hard working attorney who goes to great lengths to resolve his client's matters in their best interest. He is respected by attorneys and judges throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and has a reputation for being a strong advocate for his clients. I recommend Attorney McLeod for any employment cases, particularly wage and hour claims."
"Nick has an exceptional knowledge of Labor and Employment Law. As a fellow attorney, he is my trusted, go-to source for answers to difficult employer/employee questions."
"Nick is very professional, ethical, and a strong advocate for his clients. He has good knowledge of labor and employment law, and a willingness to put in the work required to get good outcomes. As opposing counsel, he is also easy to work with--flexible, accomodating and always professional."
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2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Clients' Choice, AVVO
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Up and Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal
2013
Top Contributor, AVVO
2010
Outstanding Pro Bono Law Firm Participation, Legal Action of Wisconsin
2005
Honors - Magna cum laude, Saint Louis University
2015 - Present
Partner, Alan C. Olson & Associates, S.C.
2008 - 2015
Attorney, Alan C. Olson & Associates, S.C.
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk, United States Equal Employment Opporunity Commission
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk and Summer Associate, Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan, LLP
2013 - Present
Milwaukee Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2008 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Legal Action of WisconsinVolunteer Lawyer
2008 - Present
United States Court for the Eastern District of WisconsinAttorney Member
2008 - Present
United States Court for the Western District of WisconsinAttorney Member
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a jury verdict awarding our client damages for violations of the FMLA and breach of her employment contract, reversed a deduction of awarded attorney fees, and awarded additional attorney fees.
The Judge signed an Order invalidating a non-compete agreement purporting to restrict our client.
The Circuit Court affirmed the LIRC and the ALJ's findings that our client is entitled to backpay, benefits, attorney fees, and interest due to Wisconsin Bell's discrimination and failure to accommodate our client's disability.
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals affirmed the Circuit Court's decision and awarded additional attorney fees based on the Defendant's failure to pay wages.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Appeals and awarded our client her right to a jury trial, while expanding the definition and application of the duty of good faith and fair dealing in the employment context.
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Legal Guides
Will I have to pay unemployment back?
04 Feb 2019
What can I do if a former employer is giving me a bad reference in wisconsin?
05 Feb 2019
What are the penalties for forging a doctors note for missing work ?
21 Sep 2018
Guidelines and Tips for Testifying at Unemployment Insurance Hearings
23 Oct 2013
Client Instructions for Appearing at an Unemployment Insurance Hearing
23 Oct 2013
What to Expect at a Wisconsin Unemployment Insurance Hearing
23 Oct 2013