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John C. Mitby
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Biography
I serve as counsel for numerous businesses, engineering firms, financial institutions, nursing and elder care homes, and hospitals. My commercial practice includes resolving a variety of matters relating to contracts, the environment, real estate, employment, financing, general business issues and business litigation. I work with clients on acquisitions, including those involving professional and technical businesses, and provide general corporate oversight. I have provided counsel on many complex business transactions, such as the reorganization of a cooperative, the sale of America's largest water park, the sale of a bank, and the sale of the House on the Rock, one of Wisconsin's most prominent landmarks.
My litigation practice includes the defense of professional matters, insurance coverage issues, accident cases and other often highly complex business litigation matters. I also offer extensive experience as an arbitrator and mediator, including serving as a mediator/arbitrator for Resolute Systems, Inc. and the National Arbitration Forum.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-275 per hour
Contingency
15%-33%
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Colorado for 33 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 54 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1971
No misconduct found
Location
Hurley, Burish & Stanton, S.C.
33 East Main St., Suite 400, Madison, WI, 53701-1528
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Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
I have worked with John for over thirty years. Intelligent, first rate lawyer. I especially like his approach to his law practice: He solves problems. And does so effectively, Also very efficient. Does great work.
John C. Mitby's Lawyer Endorsements
"John Mitby provides superior leadership not only for his clients but also for other attorneys. I had the privilege of working under John while he was the managing partner of the Axley law firm. He provides keen insight into complex legal situations. He envisions not only the multitude of potential outcomes for a matter but also the preferred resolution for a client's best interest."
"I endorse this lawyer's work; he's one of the best connected and creative lawyers in the state."
David Saperstein
Criminal defense lawyer
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Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Litigation-Construction, Municipal, and Mediation, The Best Lawyers in America
2015
Member, Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society
2015
10 Years of Pro Bono Service, Supporting Active Independent Lives (SAIL)
2015
Commercial Litigation, Alternative Dispute, The Best Lawyers in America
2015
Pro Bono Service, Dane County Bar Association
2014
Lawyer of the Year, Litigation-Municipal, The Best Lawyers in America
2013
Lawyer of the Year, Litigation-Construction, The Best Lawyers in America
2013
Leaders in the Law, Wisconsin Law Joural
2013
Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Magazine
2013
Top Rate Layer in Healthcare Law, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Leaders in Law, Wisconsin Law Journal
2012
Madison Soccer Hall of Fame 2012 Inductee, Wisconsin Soccer Central
2009
Madison Magazine's 2009 Top Lawyers in Dispute Resolution, Madison Magazine
2009
Recognition, Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
2004
Listed, Ten Who Made a Difference
1988
Listed, Know Your Madisonian
N/A
Listed, Who's Who in American Law
N/A
Recognition, Best Lawyers in America
N/A
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Hurley, Burish & Stanton, S.C.
2009 - 2015
Managing Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP
1973 - 2009
Senior Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP
Associations
American Health Lawyers Association
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Dane County Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Defense Research Institute
Member
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section
Past Chair
American Board of Trial Advocates, Wisconsin Chapter
Past President
Colorado Bar Association
Member
Resolute Systems, Inc. and National Arbitration Forum
Mediator/Arbitrator
Western District of Wisconsin Bar Association
Member
Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers
Member
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member
American Bar Association Forum Committee on Construction Industry, Contract Documents Division
Member
Bar of the Supreme Court
Officer/Member
1983 - 1987
Civil Trial Counsel of WisconsinBoard Member
Education
1971
University of Wisconsin Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Wisconsin, Madison
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Your Business in the Electronic Age
Electronic Discovery
2008
The Cost of Electronic Discovery
Electronic Discovery
2008
Proposals are not Contracts - What is Needed?
Construction Disputes, Risk Management and Claims Avoidance
Publications
2010
Wisconsin State Journal
Executive Q&A: John Mitby of Axley Brynelson law firm
2009
2009
Axley.com
Selecting a Mediator: 2009 Update
2009
Axley.com
Indemnification Provisions
2009
Wisconsin Attorneys Desk Reference
Statute of Limitations and Notice of Claims
2008
2008
Wisconsin Attorneys' Desk Reference, CLE Books, State Bar of Wisconsin
"Notice of Claim/Limitation of Liability" and "Statutes of Limitation" chapters
2007
Axley.com
Impact of New E-Discovery Rules
2003
Wisconsin Lawyer
Think Like a Negotiator: Effectively Mediating Client Disputes
2002
Wisconsin Lawyer
Out of the Dark: The Emergence of Toxic Mold Litigation
Languages
English