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Biography
Attorney Margaret O’Connor was born and raised in Elm Grove, WI. She attended the University of Kentucky from 1987 to 1991 and graduated with a B.A.. in English and a Minor in Philosophy. In the Fall of 1991, she attended the National Center for Paralegal Training in Atlanta, GA. From 1991 to 1997, she worked for prominent law firms in Atlanta and Milwaukee.
She graduated from Marquette University in 200. During law school, Attorney O'Connor clerked for Dean Howard Eisenberg of Marquette University Law School assisting with criminal appeals, several criminal defense firms, and for the Wisconsin State Public Defenders office representing defendants in the trial courts.
Upon graduation from law school, Attorney O'Connor worked as an associate in the Milwaukee area with a practice focusing on family law and criminal defense. After cultivating a specific interest in family law and domestic related offenses, Attorney O'Connor formed her O'Connor Law Offices in 2003. She now focuses solely on family law, guardianships, and the defense of those charged with a domestic related crimes.
Attorney O'Connor is licensed to practice law in both Wisconsin and Illinois. She is also licensed in the Eastern and Western Federal District Courts in Wisconsin, and the Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. Her practice is predominatly located in Racine, Kenosha and Lake Counties, but will also accept cases in Milwaukee, Walworth and McHenry Counties.
She is specifically trained in collaborate law and is also a certified family law mediator.
She is a member of the Racine Bar Association, the Lake County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
70%
26 years | 250 cases
Guardianship
15%
26 years | 200 cases
Domestic Violence
10%
26 years | 250 cases
Adoption
5%
16 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 25 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 11 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
O'Connor Law Offices
524 Main St. Suite 202, Racine, WI, 53403
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Posted by Erica | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I highly recommend Atty O'Connor
Atty Margaret O’Connor handled my divorce, which took well over a year. There were many complicated placement, tax and financial issues that were thrown at her and she knew exactly what to do every step of the way. It was a huge relief to have her to navigate this difficult time with me. She is profe...
Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
GREAT LAWYER!!
Margaret is a great lawyer have recommended her to several friends.If you want a job done you will call her!!! Margaret handled two divorce cases for family friend and for us she took on a civil lawsuit THAT WE WON!!!!
Margaret O'Connor
Replied last February 02, 2015Thank you for the great review! The best kind of review is referrals by former clients!
Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Best Divorce Lawyer!!!
Excellent Lawyer for Divorce!!!
Margaret O'Connor
Replied last February 02, 2015Thanks for the short but sweet compliment! Nothing more needs to be said!
Margaret S. O'Connor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Margaret has genuine concern and advocacy for her client's goals and interests. Going to law school together, and keeping in touch, including working together on a few cases over the years, she has continued her professionalism and zeal for the legal field and the clients she serves. She has my endorsement!"
"I endorse this lawyer. If you are a grandparent wanting guardianship call Margaret she's the best!"
"Margaret O'Connor is one of the best family law practitioners in Wisconsin and Illinois. I happily refer clients to her because Margaret is a zealous advocate who cares for her clients."
"Margaret is experienced and aggressive. I have no hesitation about referring clients to her for divorce and family matters."
"I've had the opportunity to work with Attorney O'Connor on a few case in which we were opposing counsel. She has always been professional, responsive, and very pragmatic in representing her clients. If you're in need of assistance with a family matter in the Racine community, I would highly recommend contacting her office."
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Experience
Honors
2016
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner, O'Connor Law Offices
2002 - 2003
Associate, Hahnfelt & Schneck, S.C.
2001 - 2002
Associate, Hunt Law Group
2000 - 2001
Associate, Dowling & Felber, S.C.
1999 - 2000
Law Intern, WI State Public Defenders Office - Milwaukee
1998 - 1998
Law Clerk, Boyle & Boyle
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Howard Eisenberg
1995 - 1997
Paralegal, Kohler & Hart, LLP
1992 - 1995
Legal Assistant, Atinsky, Kahn, Sicula & Teper
1991 - 1992
Legal Assistant, Gort, Hassett, Cohen & Beitchman
1991 - 1992
Student, National Center for Paralegal Training
Associations
2014 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2014 - Present
Lake County Bar Association
2013 - Present
Wisconsin Collaborative Law
2013 - Present
Certified Mediator
2003 - Present
Racine County Bar Association
2000 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin
2000 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Education
2000
Marquette U
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of Kentucky
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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