Teri M. Nelson

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Teri M. Nelson

4.7
8 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wauwatosa, WI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support

formerly Nelson & Davis, LLC, 2675 N Mayfair Rd., Ste 610, Wauwatosa, WI

About Teri

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 34%

34%
Child Support 33%

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Family 33%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014 2013 2012

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 34 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach, LLC

formerly Nelson & Davis, LLC, 2675 N Mayfair Rd., Ste 610, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226-1305

nkmfamilylaw.com

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Teri M. Nelson's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

A Great Caring Attorney

Teri and her team were a God send during a long and difficult time. She was understanding. She listened to me and my emotions and responded quickly. She is very honest about the process and what to expect. She was with me every step of the way always giving me advice and explaining the options. I w...ould recommend Teri and her team to anyone seeking a divorce attorney. Our custody issues could not have been in better hands as well. She is simply the best! " It is what it is" is one of Teri's phrases and I would add my favorite "it is what Teri said it is".

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent, Well-Respected, Extremely Knowledgeable, Responsive...

Teri is an intelligent, experienced, detail-oriented attorney who genuinely cares about my situation and has been very supportive throughout the process. Teri knows what matters to the court and got me excellent results that exceeded expectations. I can’t imagine using any other attorney for my divor...ce in 2001 and subsequent child custody issues. She has a good relationship with the judges and clerks at the courthouse. Her staff is excellent. She is extremely knowledgeable about the law. I would highly recommend Teri to anyone in need of a family law attorney. She's great and I'm lucky to have her for my lawyer! Thank you!

Posted by Amy | April 15, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

An honest, smart and efficient lawyer.

Teri Nelson is an honest, smart and efficient lawyer. Her experience and knowledge showed in the courtroom. Each time we went to court I knew what to expect and Teri helped keep my emotions in check. My divorce process included a lot of negotiation. Teri presented me with options that we thoroughly d...iscussed. She was honest in assessing my situation and its expected outcome. I am confident in every decision I made. Teri quickly returned my emails and phone calls. The entire time I felt like her top priority. I am blessed to have Teri guide me through an extremely stressful time in my life. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Teri Nelson was my divorce attorney.

I sat down and met with her prior to hiring her. She listened and took notes and made a promise that I had a solid, easy case. Initially she came across and empathetic and trustful, which shortly changed. My ex-husband almost emptied out a very large settlement I was awarded due to an accident. I pai...d the retainer fee and after that, she completely Changed. First, I no longer felt like she was representing me. My ex had a more experienced lawyer, and everything she told me we could do and she presented to the opposing lawyer, she would come back and say the lawyer would decline and present something else and Teri would always say she couldn't do better and we should accept. I always left feeling alone and defeated and in tears. She charged me for every little email, voicemail, discussion, her having to talk with the other attorney or any other discussions, etc. My bill came to roughly $20,000!!! My ex only got billed around $6,000! PLEASE, be careful. I wish I would've paid to break the retainer fee and hired a more experienced and dedicated attorney. Probably the biggest regret I have made.

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Teri M. Nelson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Webb

Unknown lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Stoeck

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Teri and I are opposing counsel on a matter that required briefing of a jurisdictional issue. Teri is very knowledgeable and a terrific advocate for her client, and I enjoyed briefing the issues with her. She is very professional and well-respected. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer and all the work she does to get the best results for clients."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"Hardworking and determined. I endorse this lawyer."

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Terese Singer

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several cases with Teri over the years and have always found her to be a relentless advocate for her clients and at the same time, reasonable to work with. I am always thrilled when I find out Teri is on the other side of a case because I know I will have an extremely competent, knowledgeable and responsible colleague on the other side of the matter, working for a good result. I have enthusiastically referred people to Teri and will continue to do so."

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James Bock

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. While I have not had the opportunity to work with Atty. Nelson, I have admired her reasoned contributions on Avvo, as well as many matters in which she has been in involved that I have reviewed. She is professional, learned and well versed on the nuances of family law, and exceptionally so to be a unique advocate. I endorse this lawyer."

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Madeleine Olmstead

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Teri is an intelligent and experienced family law attorney. She works tirelessly on her cases to obtain the best results possible for her clients. She is well-respected in the community for her knowledge of the law and zealous advocacy of her clients. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Paul Milaeger

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Teri for many years. She's honest and fights for her clients. She's a pleasure to work with."

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Steven Weber

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Like Attorney Nelson, I too am a family law practitioner and user of AVVO. I have seen numerous questions answered by Teri and found them to be legally sound and responsive. If I knew someone down in her region that was looking for a divorce lawyer, I would recommend Terri."

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Elizabeth Bagley

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Pasquale

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nelson provides high-quality answers on Avvo, evidencing a thorough understanding of Family Law."

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Peggy Raddatz

Family lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Family lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elliot Yi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Alexander

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. From his impressive answers on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving his clients."

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John Nicholson

Unknown lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Stumpf

Unknown lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katherine Lorenzo

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have great respect for Teri, as a person and as an attorney. She is a formidable advocate who utilizes her knowledge and experience to help clients reach reasoned solutions, often without the need for court involvement. I know that I have to bring my "A game" when Teri is on the other side of a case."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer Attorney Nelson is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and one of the finest Divorce and Family Law attorneys in her state. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Tajara Dommershausen

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nelson knows the law and more important, how to properly apply it. You can't go wrong with her advise."

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Michelle Stoeck

Family lawyer

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Paul Milaeger

Family lawyer

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Elizabeth Bagley

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Peggy Raddatz

Unknown lawyer

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer

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John Nicholson

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Stumpf

General practice lawyer

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Karen Zimmermann

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Katherine Lorenzo

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Eric Zaeske

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Alison Krueger

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David Karp

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top Contributor, AVVO

2014

Milwaukee's Leading Lawyers, M Magazine

2014

Best Family Law Firm in Milwaukee, WISN A-List

2013

Best Family Law Firm in Milwaukee, WISN A-List

2013

Top Contributor, AVVO

2013

Milwaukee's Leading Lawyers, M Magazine

2012

Best Family Law Firm in Milwaukee, WISN A-List

2012

Top Contributor, AVVO

2012

Milwaukee's Leading Lawyers, M Magazine

2002

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Partner, Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach, LLC

1900 - Present

Partner, Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach, LLC

1992 - 1993

Associate, Phillips, Donahue & Cymerman

Associations

2013 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2012 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

2003 - Present

Divorce Cooperation Institute

Member

1993 - Present

Milwaukee Bar Association, Family Section

1993 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

2002 - 2004

Family Law Bench-Bar Committee

Elected Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re the Marriage of McLaren

The court ruled that the payment of daycare is a deviation from child support and must be pursuant to the statutory factors. The court also found that student loans are a marital debt that can be allocated at the time of the divorce jugdment.

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Education

1991

University of Wisconsin Law School

Law

1989

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Bachelors of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1998

17th Annual Family Law Workshop

What Family Lawyers Need to Know About CHIPS/JIPS Cases

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Teri earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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