Don C. Prachthauser

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Don C. Prachthauser

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident ... +2 more

330 E Kilbourn Ave # 1200, Milwaukee, WI

About Don

Biography

Judges, doctors and lawyers refer their families and friends to Murphy and Prachthauser

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 35%

35%
Personal Injury 35%

Practice is limited to representing people with personal injury claims from vehicle collisions, premises liability, products defects and medical negligence

48 years

35%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 48 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1977

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Murphy & Prachthauser S.C.

330 E Kilbourn Ave # 1200, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-3142

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Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C.

N14 W23833 Stone Ridge Dr., Suite 310, Waukesha, WI, 53188

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Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C

4811 South 76th Street, Suite 403, Milwaukee, WI, 53220

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Murphy & Prachthauser, S.C.

10200 North Port Washington Road, Suite 201, Mequon, WI, 53092

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Don C. Prachthauser's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Diego | January 9, 2015

Excellent review of Don C. Prachthauser

Don Prachthauser is an excellent attorney who very much demonstrates care, concern and interest in his clients and their needs. In 2009 I was involved in a MVA accident and I sustained severe injuries. My wife and I were referred to Don by a mutual friend. I had never been in this type of legal si...tuation before so I did not know how the process worked nor what to expect. Don very kindly guided us through the issues at hand and explained everything and we were able to reach a successful and equitable resolution of our legal matter with all the parties involved. My wife and I enjoyed very much working with Don, we put our complete trust in him and we felt very comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. Don is also very well regarded and respected by his peers. This was very apparent with all the people and attorneys that we met along the way. I consider Don my friend and I would recommend him to anyone who is in need of legal assistance.

Posted by Dave | December 29, 2014

Bicycle , car accident

Don Prachthauser is a very honest and compassionate lawyer. He is a good listener and explained each step of the legal process regarding our case. He gave us very realistic expectations.The lawyer representing the insurance company was very good. We had actually used him before to defend our company... on another case. When he saw that Don Prachthauser was defending us in our personal case, he did not dispute our settlement that we had requested. We would highly recommend him in any personal injury case.

Posted by Mark | December 25, 2014

Helped us when we needed it the most

Don and his team helped us through a very difficult time in our lives following a horrible traffic accident caused by a drunk driver. They were there right away to advise my wife soon after the incident as soon as they were referred to us by a family member. They kept us informed of all information n...eeded and the long process that was going to follow. Don and Kevin were there every step of the way and were knowledgable of what was needed to keep our perspective clear during the almost three and half years of legal proceedings. Their expertise was insurmountable in keeping our sanity during this whole ordeal which we are most thankful. Don and the team also gave my children the confidence that I was in the most professional hands with only my intentions as the most important thing. I can not state enough how Don and his team did for my family and I as they were just so pro during this event in our lives. Ones could only hope that this team could help them in time of need as we did. Thanks go out to Don and Kevin as they are the super-lawyers that you always hear about and their guidance through this can only reinforce that fact they are the real deal. Very supportive, comforting , with trustworthy advice and responsive conduct that always put us at ease. Relentless to every detail concerning our case helps us to make them the recommended super-lawyers for you.

Posted by Shelly | December 24, 2014

Another Satisfied Client

Don was extremely knowledgeable of injury liabilities between all involved and was forthcoming with that knowledge. His responsiveness was commendable, whether by phone, email or one-on-one. There was never a point in time where I felt distant or in the dark. He kept me in the loop throughout the ent...ire process to the point I felt I was serving as third chair in the process. Don, thank you.

Posted by Joanne | December 24, 2014

On the Job Injury

My husband was hurt on the job due to the negligence of another company. Don and his group spent a good amount of time investigating our case. Making sure all information that we provided and the other party provided was correct. He and his team thoroughly explained every aspect of our case as th...e case moved to a close. He also made us feel that we weren't just a number, that we were his client that he cared about. I have recommended Don and his team to a number of people and will continue to do so in the future.

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Don C. Prachthauser's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Don. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Merrick Domnitz

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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J End

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michelle Hockers

Personal injury lawyer

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Merrick Domnitz

Personal injury lawyer

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J End

Medical malpractice lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

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2023

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2022

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2015

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2014

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2013

Best Lawyer Personal Injury Milwaukee, Best Lawyers in America

2013

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2012

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2011

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2011

Top 10, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2010

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2010

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2009

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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 Lawyers

Vice Chair Wisconsin State Committee 2013-2014

2002 - Present

International Society of Baristers

1992 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates chapter

Past President Wisconsin Chapter

1981 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Past 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

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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

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