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My practice is focused on the areas of Business Bankruptcy, Real Estate, Business Litigation, Creditor/Debtor Negotiation, and other General Business work, oftentimes within the context of Chapter 11 Reorganizations. I assist companies that are in need of financial restructuring--whether in or outside of bankruptcy court--and help them to continue operating and preserve their assets and assemble a business plan that will allow them to succeed.
I also deal with matters involving general business litigation, commercial leasing, non-compete agreements, LLC and business formation, foreclosure and out-of-court workout cases, estate planning, real estate transactional work, and taxation issues involving distressed real estate.
Outside of the office, I enjoy many of the things Milwaukee has to offer: running and biking by the lakefront, attending MSO and broadway shows at the Marcus Center, cheering on Marquette at the Bradley Center, and enjoying the many farmers markets and community events througout the season. I have previously served on the Board of my downtown condo building and have been involved with the Milwaukee Young Lawyers Association.
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100 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 3300, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
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Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2014
Justin was great to work with. Our Chapter 11 Restructure Case was somewhat complex, multiple lenders and properties, some were in the case and some where outside of the case. Justin knew just how to structure things to keep us sane during all the ups and downs. Would definitely recommend him for h...
Posted by Mary | October 8, 2014
Justin told me what to expect from the start. He is very knowledgable with Chapter 11. If your business is heading in this direction, I would highly recommend Justin Mertz to take on your case. Justin helped restructure nearly $4M in loans and enabled me to shed $1.5M of non-profitable assets thro...
Posted by Joyce | September 5, 2014
Justin Mertz from Kerkman & Dunn was extremely helpful with representing our company during our recent 2 1/2 year Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing. Justin along with the Kerkman Dunn team stayed on top of it throughout the entire process. The Kerkman and Dunn team was knowledgeable, thorough and excell...
Posted by Bruce | August 25, 2014
We have been very impressed with Justin's expertise, attention to detail, dedication to doing a good job.
"I've worked with and against attorney Mertz in several matters over the years. His technical understanding of complex business insolvency issues and his ability to formulate strategies that account for and control many variables at the same time is off the charts. He's one of the best attorneys of his kind in Wisconsin."
"I had the good fortune of working with Justin, and I found him to be extremely capable. He demonstrated a high degree of dedication to producing a quality work product, and he was able to "think out of the box" to assist clients in obtaining their goals. He has a clear and persuasive means of communication. In addition, he is extremely personable. Justin is enthusiastic about his work which is infectious. I certainly would recommend him as a top notch attorney."
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016 - Present
Senior Counsel, Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP
2009 - 2016
Attorney, Kerkman & Dunn
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Murn & Martin, S.C.
2015 - Present
Legal Action of WisconsinVolunteer Attorney
2013 - Present
American Bankruptcy InstituteMember
2008 - Present
Milwaukee Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Milwaukee Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
Wisconsin Lawyer MagazineCommunications Committee
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
Confirmed Chapter 11 Plan
2009
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Bankruptcy/Real Estate
2012
Bankruptcy
2015
2008
2008
English
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