Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Attorney Patrick Roney presently lives within the city limits with his wife and three children. Patrick’s father recently retired from the City of Milwaukee Comptroller's Office and his mother is a retired high school librarian.
Patrick attended Our Lady of Sorrows Grade School on 64th Street, just off of Capitol Drive. He attended high school at Pius XI High School, where he played varsity volleyball. It was in high school that Patrick began his commitment to the legal profession as an intern with the Wauwatosa Police Department.
After high school Patrick studied Psychology and Sociology at the University of Wisconsin Madison. While at UW Madison, Patrick took evening courses to become a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). To help pay his way through school, he worked part-time as an EMT for Bell Ambulance and the Elm Grove Rescue Squad.
Patrick is committed to serving the country. In 1998 he left Madison to serve as part of the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC). While in AmeriCoprs NCCC he worked as an EMT, wildland firefighter, disaster relief worker and aid worker for many community projects.
Upon returning to Wisconsin, Patrick completed undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree, suma cum laude, in 2000. He majored in both Psychology and Sociology.
After graduating from the UW Milwaukee, Patrick received a full scholarship to Marquette University Law School. While studying at Marquette Law, Patrick was a legal aid to Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Kitty Brennan. Judge Brennan now serves on the Wisconsin Court of Appeals. Patrick completed his graduate law studies and received a Juris Doctorate degree in 2004. He continues to work closely with Marquette and in 2008 he served as coach to the Mediation Moot Court Team.
After being admitted to the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Federal Court of the United States - Eastern District of Wisconsin in May of 2004, Patrick began his legal career at Dowling & Blumefield, LLP, working on criminal, estate planning, and personal injury matters. In 2005, Patrick began working with Hills Legal Group, Ltd., as a defense attorney for complex civil and small claims personal injury matters. In 2009, Patrick founded Roney Law Office, LLC, and in 2009, he merged with Attorney Evan E. Knupp and the two formed Roney & Knupp, LLC.
Practice areas
I represent landlords and management companies in residential and commercial rental matters. I also represent commercial tenants. I do not represent residential tenants at this time.
13 years
I represent all types of clients in civil disputes, including large claims defense, large claims prosecution, and small claims actions. I do not handle family law or estate matters at this time.
17 years
I represent buyers and sellers in all types of residential and commercial real estate transactions. I do not handle real estate investment trusts at this time.
13 years
17 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2004 | 02/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 2 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Real Estate Law Firms in Milwaukee | Expertise | 2017 |
Best Real Estate Law firms in Milwaukee | Expertise | 2016 |
Rising Star | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Top Attorneys in North America | Who's Who Legal | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Best Lawyers | M Magazine | 2015 |
Rising Star | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Best Lawyers | M Magazine | 2014 |
Rising Star | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Rising Star | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Certificate of National Service | Corporation for National Service | 1999 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Roney & Knupp, LLC | 2012 - Present |
Owner | Roney Law Office, LLC | 2009 - 2012 |
Associate Attorney | Hills Legal Group, Ltd | 2005 - 2009 |
Associate Attorney (stared as Law Clerk) | Dowling & Blumenfiled, LLP | 2002 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Mensa, Ltd. | 2001 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Wisconsin Law Journal | Attorneys brace for evictions backlog from courthouse closure | 2013 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | Contract lawyers see opportunities, limits in same-sex cases | 2012 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | State Bar explores dues increase | 2012 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | LEGAL CENTS: Posting fees online pulls in clients, but can be controversial | 2011 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | Lawyers tune in target audience | 2010 |
Wisconsin Law Journal | Small firm and solo attorneys branching out | 2009 |
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Let's Make A Steal | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Marquette University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Landlord and Tenant Law | Planning Ahead to Avoid Problems During Tenancy | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Commercial tenant refusing to pay management fees and provide complete financials as required under the lease. | $1.25 million verdict, plus accruing management fees, costs, and attorneys' fees |
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Alexander Perwich, Landlord or tenant Attorney on May 29, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recently reached out to Attorney Roney with a landlord/tenant issue. His consultation was clear, concise and accurate. I certainly recommend his legal services for anyone needing assistance in landlord/tenant law.
Neil Magner, Contracts and agreements Attorney on May 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a skilled lawyer and is well respected in the legal community.
Alexander Perwich, Landlord or tenant Attorney on May 29, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recently reached out to Attorney Roney with a landlord/tenant issue. His consultation was clear, concise and accurate. I certainly recommend his legal services for anyone needing assistance in landlord/tenant law.
Neil Magner, Contracts and agreements Attorney on May 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a skilled lawyer and is well respected in the legal community.
Jeanne Bell, Landlord or tenant Attorney on May 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick Roney is an excellent attorney with extensive experience in landlord tenant law. He is a skilled and knowledgeable litigator and is always prepared and well versed in court. I have known him close to a decade and he is thorough, articulate and hard-working. Any client who is lucky enough to retain him is in good hands.
Robert Welcenbach, Landlord or tenant Attorney on May 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Our firm has referred several clients to Patrick for landlord tenant and other legal issues. He does a great job in court and provides excellent client service. Highly recommended.
Evan Knupp, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Dec 2, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with attorney Roney on several occasions and I came away more impressed each time. He is an intelligent, forthright, and conscientious practitioner. If you are looking for a Milwaukee area attorney, I would highly recommend giving Patrick a call.
Jonathan Groth, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 10, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I've handled cases against Pat in the past. He's a good lawyer. I'd hire him to help me out in the future. I gladly endorse his work.
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