We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
About Don
Biography
I was born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I earned my degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1972, then recieved my Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School in 1977. I frequently present and speak for the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Board of Trial Advocates, and Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers. I am also a Civil Trial Practice Instructor at the University of Wisconsin Madison-Law School.
Judges, doctors and lawyers refer their families and friends to Murphy and Prachthauser
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
35%
Personal Injury
35%
49 years
Motorcycle Accident
10%
Slip and Fall Accident
10%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 48 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
Murphy & Prachthauser S.C.
330 E Kilbourn Ave # 1200, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-3142
murphyprachthauser.com/Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C.
N14 W23833 Stone Ridge Dr., Suite 310, Waukesha, WI, 53188
murphyprachthauser.com/Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C
4811 South 76th Street, Suite 403, Milwaukee, WI, 53220
murphyprachthauser.com/Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C.
10200 North Port Washington Road, Suite 201, Mequon, WI, 53092
murphyprachthauser.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Don online.
Don C. Prachthauser's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
7 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (7)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Showing 6 - 6 of 6 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Craig | December 23, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Review for Don C. Prachthauser
From our initial visit, Mr. Prachthauer was very thorough, straight forward and honest in our dealings. He took a great deal of time in explaining options in our case and provided excellent legal advice in leading to the successful conclusion of our case. He was very supportive throughout and always ...
Don C. Prachthauser's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Don. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don is a superb lawyer and a fine, hard working, honest man. Anyone with a personal injury matter would be well served with Don as his/her attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Don Prachthauser is one of the best and most talented lawyers in Wisconsin. He has won large verdicts in cases too tough for most lawyers to handle. Don is a gentleman in everything he does. He is respected by plaintiffs' lawyers and defense lawyers because of his skill and his professional demeanor in representing his clients in court. No injured person could ask for a better advocate than Don Practhauser."
Michelle Hockers
Personal injury lawyer
Merrick Domnitz
Personal injury lawyer
J End
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer Personal Injury Milwaukee, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 10, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Top 10, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Top 10, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Top 10, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Trial Lawyer of the Year, Wisconsin Association for Justice
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1983 - Present
Shareholder, Murphy & Prachthauser
Associations
2013 - Present
International Academy of Trial Lawyers
2003 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersVice Chair Wisconsin State Committee 2013-2014
2002 - Present
International Society of Baristers
1992 - Present
American Board of Trial Advocates chapterPast President Wisconsin Chapter
1981 - Present
Wisconsin Association for JusticePast President Wisconsin
Sample of Legal Cases
Heikkinen vs. Morse & Catholic Mutual Relief Society of America
Won at Trial. 17 million verdict affirmed on Appeal
Bennin vs. Litwin
Acker vs. Sullivan
Brown vs. Christianson
Limberger vs. Seno
Won at trial $3 million verdict
Wilson vs. Star Line Trucking Corporation
Won at trial. $2.5 million verdict
Education
1977
Marquette U
law
Speaking Engagements
2012
Winter Seminar and Annual Meeting 2012
Does Daubert Allow a Nurse to Testify Regarding the Need for Attendant Care?
2004
Winter Seminar and Annual Meeting
Cross Examination: When Enough Is Enough
1999
Winter Seminar and Annual Meeting
Ten Tips for an Effective Closing Argument
Publications
2012
Wisconsin Association for Justice
Does Daubert Allow a Nurse to Testify Regarding the Need for Attendant Care?
2004
Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers Winter Seminar and Annual Meeting
Cross Examination: When Enough is Enough
1999
Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers Winter Seminar and Annual Meeting
Ten Tips for Effective Closing Argument
Languages
English