John Walsh

John Walsh

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Business

2 E. Mifflin St., Suite 200, Madison, WI

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 85%

Death cases, serious injuries involving fractures, nerve damage, brain injury, chronic pain, burns, amputation, trucking accidents, auto accidents, injuries to elderly, injuries to children, injuries affecting child development, and all aspects of serious injury. If for any reason I may not be the right lawyer for your case, I will help you find the right lawyer for your case.

51 years | 1,000 cases

85%
Criminal Defense 10%

I take a select number of white collar and nonviolent criminal cases, along with vehicular homicide, negligent injury by OWI, and cases of people falsely accused of criminal conduct, abuse, etc.

51 years | 200 cases

10%
Business 5%

I take a limited number of business litigation cases and which can involve business valuations, law firm separations, contract rights, covenants not to compete, business mediation and business arbitration. For 20 years, I have taught Business Law as a part-time faculty member of the University of Wisconsin School of Business.

51 years | 500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 50 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1975

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Axley Brynelson, LLP

2 E. Mifflin St., Suite 200, Madison, WI, 53703-4269

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John Walsh's Reviews

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Posted by Tyler | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great attorney, really cares

I has the pleasure of working with John after I was involved in an accident. He made me feel like a member of his family and was genuinely committed to doing his best for me. He dealt with the insurance companies and was able to take care of everything, which allowed me to go back to my normal life. ...On top of all that he was able to get me double the settlement that I would have normally received. Overall, I had a great experience with John and he helped me through a difficult period of my life. I would recommend him to any of my family or friends in need of a personal injury lawyer.

Posted by Jay | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

John has been helped my firm (and me personally) for many years. I can tell you that he has never let us down. He is knowledgeable, honest, and trustworthy. John has been, and will continue to be, our first call.

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John Mitby

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John cares about his clients. He works hard for them. He understands the law and value of the client's case. He obtains fair and excellent results. I would hire and refer clients to him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2017

Perfect 10, AAVO

2016

Top 100 Wis Injury Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyers, Milwaukee Magazine

2007

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2006

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2006

Super Lawyers, Milwaukee Magazine

2005

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2005

Super Lawyers, Milwaukee Magazine

2004

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2004

President's Award, State Bar of Wisconsin

2004

Super Lawyers, Milwaukee Magazine

2003

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2002

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

2001

Best Lawyers in America, Madison Magazine

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Part Time Faculty/Lecturer, School of Business University of Wisconsin

1975 - Present

Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP

1989 - 1991

CEO President, State Bar of Wisconsin

Associations

1991 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Past President

1989 - Present

Wisconsin Law Foundation

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin

Chairman of the Board

State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section

Board of Directors

Wisconsin Judicial Commission

Board Member

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section

Member

Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2004 - 2008

State Bar of Wisconsin, Legislative Committee

Chairman

1989 - 1991

Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company

Board Member

1989 - 1990

State Bar of Wisconsin

President

1975 - 2008

Dane County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Back/neck injuries in Franco v. American Family

Client requests settlement amount remain confidential

Fractured femur in Van Wie v. State Farm

Very Favorable ; Settled for Ins. Co Policy Limits

Fractured ankle in Jorgenson v. General Casulaty

Settled for policy limits without having to file suit.

Chronic neck/spine pain in Hyames v. Progressive Ins.

Very Favorable for client

Collision with Semi in Baukmgartner v. General Casualty

Very Favorable for client (confidentiaL)

Tommy Bartlett v. General Casualty

Favorable settlement

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Education

1975

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Grambling College, Louisiana

N/A

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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