$ 225-260 per hour
Sarah Dekraay
About Sarah
Biography
Admitted to practice law in Wisconsin in 2002. Graduated from University of Wisconsin Law school in 2001 and a Masters degree in Business from the University of Wisconsin in 2002. A background in business allows for a thorough analysis in divorces involving business and tax issues.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 24 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Murphy Desmond, S.C.
33 E. Main Street, Suite 500, P.O. Box 2038, Madison, WI, 53701
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Posted by Christina | January 10, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Professional Divorce Attorney
I had a very hard time getting straight forward advice from other lawyers. Sarah was straight to the point and was able to help navigate the legal issues in plain english that I could understand and prepare accordingly.
Sarah Dekraay's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Sarah fully. We have been on opposing sides of several cases, and she is always prepared and diligent. Sarah works hard to find novel and effective solutions for her clients. She represents her client forcefully but respectfully."
"Sarah is one of the best family law attorneys in the Madison market. Smart, compassionate and efficient."
"Attorney Dekraay is an affable, knowledgeable, diligent and effective attorney. I have always found her a passionate advocate for her client while remaining reasonable about the needs of the other party in crafting settlement agreements."
"Sarah does an outstanding job in handling family matters in all respects, and has significant experience in this area. She can guide parties through an amicable divorce, but also be aggressive and prepared to fight for the client's interests when necessary."
"I endorse Sarah. She is a compassionate advocate for her family law clients. Sarah explores reasonable options for her clients in a professional, relatable manner."
"Excellent lawyer."
"Sarah is a very diligent and hard-working attorney who cares deeply about her clients."
"Sarah is great. I highly endorse her as a divorce lawyer."
"Sarah is an experienced, hard working and conscientious divorce lawyer."
"Sarah is a very competent and accomplished family lawyer. She is very dedicated to serving all of her clients efficiently."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Every day I have the opportunity to see Sarah interact and advise her clients. She is a very competent family law attorney and handles her cases with great care and compassion. I should also mention that she is one of the best golfers in Madison and won the Madison City Ladies Golf Tournament in 2008."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Attorney, Murphy Desmond S.C.
2011 - 2013
Associate attorney, Musial & Friedrich, S.C.
2005 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Eustice,Laffey,Sebranek & Auby, S.C.
1999 - 1999
Clerk, Racine County Judge Dennis Barry
Associations
2015 - Present
First Tee of Southcentral WisconsinMentor
2015 - Present
United Way Women's Leadershipmember
2014 - Present
Legal Association for Womenmember
2006 - Present
Executive Women's Golf AssociationBoard Member
2003 - Present
Family Law Section of Wisconsin State Barmember
2002 - Present
Western District Bar Association of Wisconsinmember
2014 - 2015
Joseph Melli MentorshipMentor
2011 - 2015
Family Law Assistance Centervolunteer
2008 - 2015
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2011
Sun Prairie Rotarymember
2003 - 2015
State Bar of WisconsinMember
Education
2002
Indiana University
MBA
2002
University of Wisconsin
MA - Masters
2002
University of Wisconsin
JD
2001
University of Wisconsin Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Indiana University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Handling a Basic Divorce
Family Law
2015
Guardian ad Litem Training
Family Law
Publications
2009
Wisconsin Woman magazine
Financial Mistakes by Women during Marriage
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers