Scott N. Burns

Scott N. Burns

4.7
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 41 years

Business Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate

320 East Buffalo St., Suite 700, Milwaukee, WI

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 41 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1984

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Halling & Cayo, S.C.

320 East Buffalo St., Suite 700, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-5837

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Scott N. Burns's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (2) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Real Estate/ Mortgage Foreclosure

Scott Burns did an excellent job in working with a mortgage lender to convince them to accept a deed return in lieu of foreclosure for a home that had become worth substantially less than what was owed on the original mortgage. He was effective in communicating with attorneys representing the mortga...ge holder. He was very helpful in putting together the paperwork needed by the bank to review the possibility of accepting the deed without foreclosing on the property and he also made sure that my spouse, who was not a party to the deed, was protected from liability. Scott was very easy to communicate with and prompt in responding to any questions or concerns that we had. I recommend him highly and without reservation for matters concerning real estate.

Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommended

While I didn't get the outcome I wanted, Scott walked me through every possible outcome and still managed to find a decent final result. Office is very well kept, approachable staff.

Posted by James | March 24, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Consult

I called Scott twice about a real estate deal that my wife and I had become stuck in, Scott was patient and understanding. Even though I ad consulted him previously he still took the time to hear the entire story. He recalled our previous conversation and was able to point me in a direction that wou...ld be easiest and cheapest for us. I would recommend Scott to anyone needing assistance.

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Scott N. Burns's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Erchull

Real estate lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Scott is a professional, sharp lawyer. It is always a pleasure to work with him on matters."

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Jordana Thomadsen

Real estate lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Burns is a quality real estate attorney."

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David Iancu

Real estate lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone in need of a real estate or business law attorney. I have known Mr. Burns for many years and can testify to his character and intellect. If you need legal help, don't hesitate to call Attorney Burns."

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Dayten Hanson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gregory Erchull

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Wisconsin's Top Rate Lawyers, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

2003

Top Attorney, Milwaukee Magazine Best Lawyers Issues

1999

Top Attorney, Milwaukee Magazine Best Lawyers Issues

1995

Top Attorney, Milwaukee Magazine Best Lawyers Issues

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Shareholder, Halling & Cayo, S.C.

1990 - 1994

Partner, Deutch, Greenberg and Burns

1984 - 1990

Associate, Deutch & Hansher

1984 - 1984

Clerk, Wisconsin Court Of Appeals

Associations

Milwaukee Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bank of New York v. Mills et. al. , 270 Wis.2d 790, 678 N.W.2d 332

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Education

1984

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Speaking Engagements

1996

Marqutte Law School

New Construction Law

1996

Marqutte Law School

Real Estate Law

Languages

English

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