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Michele is a top-notch attorney who represents clients throughout Wisconsin. Her cases range from very complex financial and business cases (including billion-dollar entities) to more personal matters related to custody and placement of children. Michele recognizes that in family law, no case is "small," and she delivers the same care and concern to each individual client.
While most cases are resolved through negotiation and mediation, should there be a need to go to court, Michele is a skilled and experienced litigator who will preent your case in a strong, effective manner. Michele is also a mediator who successfully resolves disputes for people who prefer to pursue that route to dispute resolution.
Michele has been recognized with numerous awards for her legal work throughout the state, and is frequently requested to speak at conferences and in the University of Wisconisn Law School, where she also acts as an adjunct professor. While in law school, Michele graduated near the top of her class, and won several awards for academic achievement. As a partner at DeWitt and Chair of the Family Law Group, she works with an excellent team of professionals who will address your legal needs effectively, efficiently, and with your best interests paramount.
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Acquired: 2003
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Two East Mifflin Street, Madison, WI, 53703
8 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Don't do it
If I could give Michele less than one star, I would. Never took notes or remembered what I said, completely unresponsive, totally full of herself, let opposing counsel walk all over her, did not advocate for me in any way--and the consequences in my case could not be undone. When I left her for anot...
"I endorse Michelle. She is always well-prepared and a great advocate for her clients in and out of the courtroom. Michelle requires other attorneys to raise their game to match her representation."
"Michele is a powerhouse. She advocates for her clients and is successful in meeting their goals. She's straightforward and passionate about her cases."
Family lawyer
2014
Fellow, Wisconsin Law Foundation
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Up and Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Top Lawyers, Madison Magazine
N/A
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2010 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University Of Wisconsin Madison Law School
2003 - Present
Partner and Chair, Family Law Department, DeWitt Ross & Stevens, SC
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2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Master's Degree Counseling
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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