Jan Scott Pierce

Jan Scott Pierce

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 25 years

Real estate Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

2018 S. 1st Street, #517, Milwaukee, WI

About Jan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 30%

Sale and purchase of businesses; shareholder and operating agreements; independent contractor agreements.

25 years | 65 cases

30%
Real Estate 30%

Residential and Commercial; Landlord and Tenant

25 years

30%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Sale and purchase of businesses; shareholder and operating agreements; independent contractor agreements

25 years

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

Debtor and Creditor Rights; Workouts

25 years

10%
Tax 10%

Choice of entity (e.g. LLC vs. corporation) and tax status (e.g. C-Corp vs. S-Corp); 501(c)(3) applications

25 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-200 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 25 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Jan Pierce Sc

2018 S. 1st Street, #517, Milwaukee, WI, 53207

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Jan Scott Pierce's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Posted by Jennifer | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

A Hardworking and Highly Knowledgeable Milwaukee Lawyer

I worked Jan Pierce to review several client contracts, and soon after when setting up my photography business as an LLC. Jan was highly recommended to me by several other associates working in Milwaukee creative fields, and he really understood the challenges and considerations unique to small busin...ess owners. He was open, honest and very easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, and made everything easy to understand. I look forward to working with him again, and would highly recommend his services.

Posted by Tammy | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Personable and good small business lawyer

I hired Jan to set up my small business and to review a business contract for me. He responded to my questions by email quickly and when we met in person, he laid out all the pros and cons of different business structures (e.g., LLC vs. Inc.). Jan clearly understood small business issues well. I f...elt well informed when I chose the business structure that was right for me. Jan has an easy, friendly, and relaxed manner which made him very pleasant to work with. I would definitely recommend him to others.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Very Helpful

Jan took the time to listen to our approach to business as well as offer advice on the business formation that made the most sense. I had him help me form an LLC and SCorp for two separate businesses and he made sure they simple and customized. I now have a person to go to for the stuff I don't wan...t to do or don't feel comfortable doing.

Posted by Stacie | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Helpful Resource for Small Business

Jan has been very helpful with our small business endeavors. LLC registration, contract consultations, consults and advice - all have been excellent interactions with Mr. Pierce.

Posted by Amy | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)

Converting our business to a nonprofit

My business partner and I worked with Jan to convert our business from a LLC to a nonprofit. Jan had prior experience with applying for nonprofit status, and felt confident about our business being approved. After we shared some details, he filled out the grueling application and made the whole proce...ss far less painful for us than we expected it to be. His rate was very reasonable. He even went above and beyond by continuing to check in with the IRS after our application was taking longer to process. We recently got our approval, and Jan was the first to contact us congratulating us. I highly recommend Jan Pierce.

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Mark Pecora

Litigation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have no hesitation in recommending Jan to others in need of a terrific litigation and family law attorney. He is efficient, knowledgeable and extremely capable at what he does."

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Evan Knupp

Business lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jan Pierce is a thoughtful and dedicated professional. He loves his community, and takes pride in assisting individuals and small businesses to accomplish their goals. I have worked with attorney Pierce on several matters, and I found him to be responsive, insightful, and very knowledgeable. I strongly recommend attorney Pierce."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Special Recognition for Volunteer Service, Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation

2013

Small Business Legal Assistance Award, U.S. Small Business Administration

Work Experience

2006 - 2012

Attorney, Mawicke & Goisman, S.C.

2002 - 2006

Attorney, Buss & Burleson Legal Group, S.C.

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Weiss Berzowski Brady LLP

Associations

2002 - Present

Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

Attorney Member

2002 - Present

Western District Bar Association of Wisconsin

Attorney Member

2001 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Attorney Member

Education

2000

Marquette University Law School

Juris Doctor

1995

Viterbo University

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

1986

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Languages

English

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