Filing for divorce was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. I needed a lawyer I could trust to help me through the process and Paul was the perfect attorney for me. Not only was he knowledgeable, he was honest and kind and kept me informed throughout the entire process.
Paul did a great job facilitating my divorce with a very difficult ex-husband. He remained patient and calm and anticipated the next move well. He listened to me all the time. I would highly recommend paul.
I work as an attorney and mediator at Hansen and Hildebrand in the area of family law, specifically divorce, post-judgment, child custody, child support and family-related financial issues. I also worked part-time as a Deputy Family Court Commissioner for 7 years in Racine County, Wisconsin where I heard a wide variety of matters including child support enforcement, temporary hearings, post-judgment motions and stipulated final divorces.
An attorney should be a guide for a person through the legal system. Protecting them from dangers but also pointing things out that might be beneficial.
As a practicing lawyer, I have always tried to serve in this role. The client's goals are primary; my job is to use legal machinery to reach those goals. This is particularly important in family law where it is sometimes too easy to let legal outcomes drive the aciton, instead of what is best for a person and their family.
In my spare time I enjoy running, playing guitar, meditating, reading and attending baseball games.
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Highly Recommend
Filing for divorce was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. I needed a lawyer I could trust to help me through the process and Paul was the perfect attorney for me. Not only was he knowledgeable, he was honest and kind and kept me informed throughout the entire process.
Posted by Rabeka | June 4, 2018
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Happily divorced!
Paul did a great job facilitating my divorce with a very difficult ex-husband. He remained patient and calm and anticipated the next move well. He listened to me all the time. I would highly recommend paul.
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Family Attorney | Apr 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul Stenzel is a well respected attorney in the family law community. He is a dedicated advocate who balances negotiation and litigation options for his clients. I respect him as an opponent and for his professionalism."
Mediation Attorney | Aug 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Paul is an exceptional mediator and attorney. He brings skill, expertise, and creativity to every case. Paul is patient and compassionate and he diligently works with clients and parties in mediation to secure great results. I highly endorse this attorney and mediator."
Mediation Attorney | May 09
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul has worked in Federal Indian Law for many years and has branched out to Mediation and Family Law. He is professional, competent and composed. His confidence and positive manner make him a likeable lawyer as well as one who gets the job done. His skill in mediation adds to his ability to bring positive outcomes to even the worst situations."