also known as Chelsea L. Williamson
Milwaukee lawyer Chelsea L. Williamson’s primary motivation in practicing family law is to help people in especially trying situations.
Emotions are heightened in family law cases, so Ms. Williamson provides her clients with a source of stability and always looks out for their best interest.
“Family law was appealing because of the combination of the legal aspect with the therapeutic aspect,” Ms. Williamson said. “So many of our clients just want someone to listen to them and tell them that their feelings are valid.”
Ms. Williamson has the unique ability to both listen and empathize. At the end of the day, she is honest about the situation facing each of her clients, but she also always is available if they simply need to vent.
“I believe I am able to connect with clients and let them know that I hear what they feel and what they want and that I understand where they are coming from,” Ms. Williamson said. “Even what they feel or want is legally not in their best interest, I want them to know that I understand and will help guide them to the best possible solution.
“The legal process works at its own pace, but it will all come together in the end. I’m here to help them 100% of the way even beyond the pleadings and the court hearings. I am here to listen to their concerns, help them figure out what they ultimately want and do the stressing and the worrying for them. I am also here to make sure they are not taken advantage of.”
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Acquired: 2012
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111 E. Kilbourn Ave., Suite 1650, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Criminal Defense Client
I hired Ms. Williamson after meeting with three other attorneys. She immediately impressed me with her legal knowledge of my situation and her professionalism. She was also very honest about the potential consequences I was facing. Throughout my ordeal she always took my calls and thoroughly answe...
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2015
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
2015 Leadership Development Summit Nominee and Participant, State Bar of Wisconsin's Leadership Development Committee
2015
Lead Counsel Rated in Divorce and Family Law, Lead Counsel Review Board
2014
Rookie of the Year Award, Waukesha County Bar Association
2012
Pro Bono Society, Marquette University Law School
2016 - Present
Client Development Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2012 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Wolff & Sonderhouse, LLP
2012 - 2012
Document Reviewer, BMO Financial Group
2011 - 2011
Judicial Law Clerk, Milwaukee County Circuit Court
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Catholic Charities Legal Services
2010 - 2012
Legal Intern, Jeffrey Hynes & Associates, S.C.
2015 - Present
Waukesha County Teen CourtVolunteer Judge
2015 - Present
Waukesha County Bar Association Young Lawyers DivisionCo-Chair
2014 - Present
Waukesha County Juvenile Law ClinicVolunteer Attorney
2013 - Present
Wisconsin Mock TrialAttorney Advisor
2012 - Present
Waukesha County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Waukesha County Bar Association, Criminal SectionMember
2012 - Present
Waukesha County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Waukesha County Bar Association Juvenile SectionCo-chair
2012 - Present
Junior League of MilwaukeeMember
2012 - Present
New Berlin Teen CourtVolunteer Judge
2012 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2012 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Daughters of the American RevolutionMember
2006 - Present
Zeta Tau Alpha FraternityMember
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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