Robert C. Procter III
About Robert
Biography
Robert Procter is a partner at Axley, a law firm based in Madison, Wisconsin since 1885. He is the chair of its Business Practice Group and the firm's Chief Executive Officer. He is licensed to practice in the states of Wisconsin and Illinois. Robert is invested in long-term client relations, preferring to enter into flat fee and retainer arrangements that reflect the value of his work rather than billing by the length of a phone call or the number of emails he can send.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
22 years
24 years
22 years
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 10 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 26 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Axley Brynelson, LLP
2 E. Mifflin St., Suite 200, Madison, WI, 53703-4269
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Robert C. Procter III's Reviews
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Posted by Kevin | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent everytime
We have had the pleasure of using Robert on several occasions - ranging from assisting us with our personal home purchase to consultation to our trade association with respect to land use and public policy. He is a careful listener and takes time to understand our goals and desired outcomes. He then ...
Posted by Brad Boycks | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Executive Director
Robert has been a true pleasure to work with for the past seven plus years. He is knowledgeable on a many topics but especially helpful with land use and construction law matters. It is an honor to have Robert serve as our association outside legal counsel.
Posted by Andrew | February 23, 2014
Highly recommended!
I very much appreciate the representation that Robert and the Axley team provided me. For me, what set Robert apart is how personable and responsive he is. My questions and emails were always promptly answered and I knew he always had my back throughout a difficult legal dispute. He never tried ...
Robert C. Procter III's Lawyer Endorsements
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Real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Best Lawyers - Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers of America
2016
Associate of the Year, Madison Area Builders Association
2015
Best Lawyers - Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers of America
2014
Best Lawyers - Real Estate Law, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Affiliate of Distinction, REALTORS Association of South Central Wisconsin
2011
Associate of the Year, Wisconsin Builders Association
2010
Above and Beyond Service Award, Wisconsin Builders Association
2009
Rising Star, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Wisconsin Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
Apartment Association of South Central WisconsinMember
2015 - Present
REALTORS Association of South Central WisconsinGovernment Affairs Director
2014 - Present
Wisconsin REALTORS AssociationPublic Policy Committee
2013 - Present
Wisconsin Builders AssociationGeneral Counsel
2010 - Present
Wisconsin REALTORS AssociationAffiliate Member
2007 - Present
Wisconsin Builders AssociationAssociate Member
1999 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2014 - 2014
REALTORS Association of South Central WisconsinVice President
2014 - 2016
Madison Area Builders AssociationChair of Govt. Affairs Comm.
2014 - 2015
Wisconsin REALTORS AssociationBoard of Directors - Director
2014 - 2016
Madison Area Builders AssociationBoard of Directors - Director
2012 - 2014
Realtors Association of South Central WisconsinBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Robert negotiated the terms of a Community Development Block Grant to allow his client to expand his business and create 20 to 30 new jobs.
Robert succesfully completed negotiations to allow three businesses to locate their facilities within the Tax Incremental District, which will add approximately $9,000,000 in assessed property values and 40 to 50 new jobs.
Robert assisted in the succesful passage of 2015 Wisconsin Act 178 providing more local control for land use decisions.
Robert successfully convinced a jury to enforce the terms of a listing contract against the defendants. This case is currently on appeal to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals.
Through the cooperation of the Town and the Developer, the Developer was able to remediate the former Town dump relieving the Town from future liability. The site was redeveloped as a commercial center.
Robert assisted in the successful passage of 2013 Wisconsin Act 280.
Robert assisted in the successful recalls of the alleged defective products, and resolution of the alleged reporting violations.
Robert successfully assisted in the passage of 2005 Wisconsin Act 201
Robert succesfully had the Plaintiff's case dismissed. This case is now the seminal case in Wisconsin for the proposition that the doctrine of issue preclusion may apply to issues resolved at Municipal Court trials.
Education
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Home Construction Contracts & Liens
2015
Tax Increment Financing
2014
Views From A Judge, A Mediator and a Lawyer
2014
Construction Claims
Publications
2020
2020
Languages
English