Gregg E. Bridge

Gregg E. Bridge

also known as Bridge Law Office, LLC, Gregg Bridge

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury, General Practice, Wills & Living Wills

10150 West National Avenue, Suite 305, Milwaukee, WI

About Gregg

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Over the past 36 years I have handled thousands of Divorces and other family law matters, including post judgment issues, paternity, maintenance, child support, placement disputes, relocation. Family law is the vast majority of my law practice.

43 years

70%
Personal Injury 20%

Throughout my career I have represented clients who have been injured as a consequence of another's negligence. My experience includes Automobile/motorcycle collisions, wrongful death, products liability, premises liability, dog bites for example.

43 years

20%
General Practice 5%

I routinely appear in court for traffic citations and municipal violations that my clients have to address. I am experienced in many other areas of the law--real estate, partition, small claims and landlord and tenant.

43 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

I am experienced in drafting and executing the estate plan documents needed by most people; wills, trusts, health care powers of attorney, financial powers of attorney, living wills, and burial directives. We appear in court re probating of estates.

43 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 42 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Bridge Law Office, LLC

10150 West National Avenue, Suite 305, Milwaukee, WI, 53227

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Gregg E. Bridge's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
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Posted by Cristina | May 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beacon of hope

If you are seeking for a divorce attorney, look no further! Gregg is a dedicated, knowledgeable professional with a practical approach to family law negotiation. He was my beacon of hope when my options were limited. I'm so thankful and blessed to have had him as my divorce attorney.

Posted by Audrey | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Service

We cannot give enough praise to the Gregg Bridge Law office. Mr. Bridge, as well as Joy Wiencek, were kind, professional and precise at their work. My family is so grateful that we were given such expert advice and all the while we were being treated with respect. Also, Mr. Bridge kept his word with ...any financial estimates or quotes. Honesty is so important in any law firm and that is the best compliment we can give these days. Lastly, we were going through a very difficult time emotionally over the loss of a family member. Mr. Bridge and Ms. Wiencek gave us a real sense of calm and reassurance. Thank you so much for all you do and your good work.

Posted by Alessandro | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I HIGHLY Recommend Gregg

I was referred to Mr. Bridge by an acquaintance. Divorce can be challenging in many ways and having someone like Gregg represent you and guide you through this process truly made this entire experience less daunting. His excellent listening abilities to truly hear and understand what I wanted from t...his divorce was amazing! his calm, friendly and honest demeanour was calming to me. His advice and counsel was on point in ALL steps of the process. I truly feel that while this is his line of work he does not do it solely to make a buck, any attorney can do that! I feel that he truly cares about his clients and will fight for what is best for them, He did for me and as can be seen by his PERFECT review score has done the same for many others. If you are giving ANY other attorney thoughts of hiring....STOP! right now! CALL Mr. Bridge , set up your consultation and retain him. You will not regret it! Good luck to anyone reading this in your divorce proceedings. I wish you the best.

Posted by Carla | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The people's Attorney

12 years ago Gregg Bridge helped us to get our son adopted. It was an extremely difficult time in our family's life and he did an amazing job repressing us and made a huge difference in our lives. Our son is now 23 and has a mother and father who has been able to grow up with two parents who love and... support him. This would not have happened with Attorney Gregg Bridge and his staff. He is kind, moral, straight forward, and tough when needed. Thank you so much!

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Finding a lawyer you can rely on is one of the hardest things to come across and Atty. Bridge made it so smooth

Within a matter of a couple of months, Gregg took a case that had been haunting me for years into an agreement. Great negotiation skills. More than a lawyer, Gregg is a counselor who knew exactly how to proceed in my case and pull it through to get the result I wanted. He was very supportive, and kep...t me well-informed throughout, making this process a lot easier. He guided me in the right direction each step of the way and advised me like a friend rather than an attorney. I cannot thank Gregg enough and would recommend him to anyone looking for a great attorney!

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Gregg E. Bridge's Lawyer Endorsements

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Linda Van De Water

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Other

"As a retired judge I have had Gregg Bridge appear before me on many matters. I always found him to be professional, knowledgable and prepared. He takes his client's seriously and does whatever it takes to fully represent them to obtain the best possible outcome with a professional and intelligent approach. As mediator I have resolved many of his cases and I appreciate his willingness to listen to his clients and allow the mediation process to proceed without strong arming his clients into a mini-arbitration. He is always prepared for mediation and provides me with a very detailed and logical summary of the case, the issues and his position for resolution. He is always open to discussions for settlement and isn't afraid to move from his position in order to obtain an amicable settlement that allows his clients to make the tough decisions for resolution with his guidance and input, but without pushing them into rolling the dice at trial for the sake of litigation. I highly endorse him."

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Jean Kies

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Gregg in a divorce case. He was well prepared and professional. Our clients were very adversarial, but he was compassionate and fair toward both my client and his. He is extremely knowledgeable about family law matters and works to resolve legal issues in an intelligent and rational way. I recommend Gregg Bridge."

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Daniel Patrykus

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg has practiced in SE Wisconsin for over 30 years. He reputation as a litigator - particularly in the practice of family law - is impeccable. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gregg. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jerome Konkel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Greg Bridge. I have referred many clients to Greg and all have been pleased with his work for them."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Gruber

General practice lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nancy Gruber

General practice lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Linda Van De Water

Mediation lawyer

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Mary Leonard

Family lawyer

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Jean Kies

Family lawyer

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Daniel Patrykus

Personal injury lawyer

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George Badey

Personal injury lawyer

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Jerome Konkel

Personal injury lawyer

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Roger Pettit

Litigation lawyer

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Robert Lauer

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Nancy Gruber

Personal injury lawyer

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David Gruber

Personal injury lawyer

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Dean Laing

Litigation lawyer

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Kurt Schuster

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Senior Attorney/owner, Bridge Law Office, LLC

1987 - 2000

Shareholder, Petrie & Stocking S.C.

1983 - 1987

Associate attorney, Styler & Kostich

Associations

2011 - Present

American Inns of Court

Master

2010 - Present

Wisconsin Society of Family Law

Director at large

1995 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section

Member

2015 - 2017

Wisconsin Association for Justice

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

Meneese v. Forbes, et al

$50,000 settlement for the plaintiff

Weger v. MRG investments, LLC, et al.

$325,000 settlement following favorable summary judgment ruling by trial court. for client

Roxbury v. Miller's First Insurance Co.

$70,000 Settlement in favor of plaintiff

Elliot v. Nowak et al.

$180,000 settlement to client.

Krueger v. Freitag Food Center, LLC.

$55,000 settlement to client.

Himberg v. Sneide et al.

$250,000 settlement for client.

Carter v. Hubbell et al.

$250,000 settlement for client

Zweck v. ------- Nursing Home

$150,000 to estate of client.

Ackeret, et al. v. Schulz, et al.

$140,000 Settlement for client.

Beger v. Lettow, et. al.

$1,000,000 in payments from all sources to settle case.

Schwartz v. Englebert et al.

$975,000 total settlement proceeds to client.

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Education

1983

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Northwestern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

S.U.N.Y. Maritime College

Speaking Engagements

1997

Civil Trial Counsel of Wisconsin

Speaker: Plaintiff's perspective, The Employer Control Test of DeRuyter v. Wisconsin Electric Power Company--How Air Tight is the Test?,

Publications

1997

Petrie & Stocking S.C. Quarterly News Dog Owner's Liability: What Happens When "Man's Best Friend" Attacks?

1996

Petrie & Stocking S.C. Quarterly News Wisconsin Auto Insurance: Some Basic Changes You Need to Know

1996

Petrie & Stocking S.C. Quarterly News Alcoholic Beverages and the Social Guest: When Does Liability Attach

1994

Petrie & Stocking S.C. Quarterly News Choosing a Personal Injury Lawyer

1994

Petrie & Stocking S.C. Quarterly News Wisconsin's Safe Place Law

Languages

English

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