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Katherine Cole Harrell

Katherine Cole Harrell

also known as Katie Harrell

4.1
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

222 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 900, PO Box 870, Madison, WI

About Katherine

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Divorce litigation, cooperative divorce, collaborative divorce, legal separation, child custody and placement, third party visitation, paternity, child support, prenuptial or marital property agreements, guardian ad litem appointments.

18 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 17 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2008

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Stafford Rosenbaum, LLP

222 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 900, PO Box 870, Madison, WI, 53701

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Katherine Cole Harrell's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Extremely greedy

Highly favors fathers to the point of refusing to read children's emergency room records and police reports.

Posted by anonymous | October 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Compassion and Expertise - I made the right choice!

When I first went in to have a consultation with Katie I was nervous and didn’t know what to expect. However, I immediately felt very comfortable talking with her about my case. She began to give me valuable advice on the best way to approach things and knew what my rights were in my situation. ...In the beginning everything about the legal system seemed so complicated and stressful to me. Katie made it a priority to go over everything and explain things in their simplest form so that I could understand it. There were no surprises. She prepared me for every step and explained what the possible outcomes could be. The more I understood the more confident I became in myself and my case. Katie is very articulate, knowledgeable and has a deep understanding of the legal system. She takes charge and follows through while working hard for her client. She is clear, decisive, very to the point and made things as easy as possible to understand, while continuing to be compassionate. I got the sense right away that Katie truly cares about difficult family dynamics and wants what is in the best interest of any children involved and that her end goal is to protect the children while recognizing the fact that 2 people need to continue to co-parent in the aftermath. Katie made me feel comfortable with her. She was right by my side at one the most painful times in my life. I don’t know what I would have done without her. She made an otherwise difficult and painful process as smooth as possible for me. We got the best results we could have, and were both very happy with the outcome. I would definitely recommend Katie to anyone needing a thoughtful and caring lawyer to handle family issues/divorce. She is honest and compassionate with a strong work ethic to see things to completion. I am forever grateful to Katie.

Posted by John | October 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Like Family

I did not know Katie before I was introduced to her by a friend. I was in a very difficult and complicated divorce with children, house division, recreational land, investments, etc...so I was exceptionally nervous and scared. It did not take long for Katie to ease my mind and soul. She let me wor...ry about my job and my children and she took care of the rest. I consider Katie a friend but more importantly, I would consider her family. When you have family representing you, you know the outcome is going to be the best. Katie Harrell is an exceptional, hard working attorney but is even a better friend.

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Katherine Cole Harrell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Krimmer

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Harrell and I both practice family law. I have gotten to know Attorney Harrell's work throughout the years as an opposing counsel and colleague. I often tell my clients that we want the other spouse to have a good attorney because it provides assurance that the case will go more smoothly if both attorneys are competent family law attorneys who know the law, can best advise their clients, and reach a fair resolution without a lengthy, destructive and expensive court trial. I am always pleased to learn when Attorney Harrell is involved in a case either as opposing counsel or guardian ad litem. She is intelligent, responsive, reasonable, respected, and not apprehensive to advocate zealously for her clients."

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David Joanis

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Katherine Harrell. I've known Katie and been aware of the high quality of her work throughout her legal career. She is knowledgeable, competent, and compassionate. Her clients can rely on her good judgment and integrity. If Katie is your lawyer you are working with one of the best family Law attorneys in the State of Wisconsin."

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David Kowalski

Family lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Katie Harrell 100%. I have worked with and opposite her on many cases over the years. She is always an excellent advocate for her client. She knows how to pursue her client's position while remaining flexible and willing to reach a fair and workable result. I have no hesitation recommending her for any family matter."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Stafford Rosenbaum LLP

2016 - 2018

Associate, Stafford Rosenbaum LLP

2008 - 2016

Associate, Balisle & Roberson SC

Associations

2018 - Present

Dane County Bar Association

Director-at-Large

2014 - Present

Collaborative Family Law Council of Wisconsin

2008 - Present

Legal Association for Women

2008 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Education

2008

University of Wisconsin

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Notre Dame

PhD - Doctorate

2000

Lawrence University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Guardian ad Litem Training

Ethics

Languages

English

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