Overall Rating
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5.0 /5.0
58 Client Reviews
$ 400-400 per hour
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Matthew P. Johnson
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About Matthew
Biography
Attorney Matthew P. Johnson is a partner and shareholder at Murphy Johnson & Trampe S.C.. He has been a practicing attorney since 2007 after graduating with honors from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida. Attorney Johnson is licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin, and he is also a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Racine County Bar Association, and the United States Supreme Court. He has been an honored Super Lawyer for 12 consecutive years. Attorney Johnson was born and raised in Racine County attending William Horlick High School, and did his undergraduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
19 years
Family
50%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Awards
2021 2020 2018
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Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Murphy Johnson & Trampe S.C.
(262) 633-5059
Fax
913 S Main Street, Racine, WI, 53403-1524
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Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Jim | October 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
An experienced voice, candid advice when you want it. A great team that has your back through the process of divorce.
When you are suddenly faced with divorce you are overwhelmed with worries, question's and where to start, you need someone to guide you through it. Matt Johnson came highly recommended by a friend in the legal community. After my free consultation with Matt I felt great relief knowing where I stood...
Posted by Mike | May 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Representation in Divorce Case
I am happy to write this review of Attorney Matt Johnson and his Paralegal Kayle Newberry of Murphy, Johnson, & Trampe S.C. Attorney Johnson handled my separation from my wife and I could not be happier with the level of service I received, both from him and Kayle. The level of professionalism and ...
Posted by Amber | March 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The BEST choice for you Attorney
I am so grateful that I made the decision to hire Attorney Johnson. He delivered exceptional representation. He was knowledgable, had great negotiation skills and explained things about my case to me at every step. He also made a very difficult and stressful divorce process more bearable for me. I ...
Posted by Nicole | November 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend
I don't have a single complaint, attorney Johnson and his team did an amazing job helping me navigate divorce and custody. We focused on the things I found most important, if you have a complicated divorce I highly recommend him, I'm very happy with the end results.
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Representation
Attorney Johnson was a no nonsense get the job done attorney. I felt confident in his expertise and he was always quick to answer my questions. The results were better than I could imagine. I would highly recommend him. I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer.
Matthew P. Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matt Johnson is one of the Top Family Law Attorneys in Racine. He is extremely knowledgeable and he has the experience necessary to achieve great results on a consistent basis. He works hard for his clients. I've seen it first hand. I refer clients to him and other lawyers in his firm."
"Attorney Johnson is highly skilled attorney who is well-respected in the legal community. He is very professional and seeks reasonable solutions to contested matters."
"I trust Attorney Johnson as a solid choice for family law and other related matters in the Southeast Wisconsin, specifically Racine, community. I have referred potential clients to him, and they have been more than satisfied with his work."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is very straightforward and easy to deal with which serves his clients well."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Daniel Gruhn
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Managing Partner, Murphy Johnson & Trampe S.C.
Associations
2013 - Present
United States Supreme CourtMember
2007 - Present
Wisconsin State Bar of WisconsinMember
2007 - Present
Racine County Bar AssociationPast President 2017-2018 term
Education
2007
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Wisconsin, Madison
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I request to speak with a child support worker about issues I am having regarding my son, I am the payee
18 Jul 2019
Q&A
How do I get child support if my spouse, soon to be ex, is disabled and refuses disability payments?
30 Jun 2018