Emily L.R. Wilson

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Emily L.R. Wilson

also known as Emily Wilson, Emily Reigel Wilson

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence

725 Heartland Trail, Suite 100, Madison, WI

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About Emily

Biography

Experienced, reliable, compassionate advocate for you and your family.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

14 years

50%
Divorce and Separation 25%

14 years

25%
Domestic Violence 25%

14 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2012

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kowalski, Wilson & Vang, LLC

725 Heartland Trail, Suite 100, Madison, WI, 53717

kwvfamilylaw.com

Online Presence

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Emily L.R. Wilson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Aimee | January 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgeable, professional

Attorney Emily Wilson is extremely knowledgeable in all family court and custody matters. She is honest, professional and tenacious. She communicated thoroughly and kept our placement process on course, with excellent results. I am deeply grateful for her attention to detail and tireless efforts on b...ehalf of my children and me. I highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Experienced, empathetic attorney

I couldn’t recommend Emily and her team more highly. She handled my complex LGBT divorce with intelligence, empathy, and steadiness. Her efficient process and fast responding helped move along a slow process, and her experienced advice helped me make better plans and stay calm. She protected me from ...settlements and situations that weren’t in my best interest while also consistently advocating for compromises from both teams. It’s hard to express how helpful it was to have a attorney I could trust with all aspects of my case as it developed. I’m so grateful I chose her console and would recommend you consider it as well.

Posted by Mike | April 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Smooth Experience

My wife and I hired Emily to help us with a restraining order against my wife's stalker. She made an incredibly stressful situation much easier to handle. She found a lot of information that I'd have never found on my own, and when we actually reached the hearing, she was brilliant; thorough in her... examinations and instantly on top of objections. She was consummately professional, even though the opposing counsel was rude and condesending towards her. I felt like we got an absolute rockstar of an attorney. Additionally, the supporting staff there was fantastic as well. Her PI was dogged in his attempts to serve the respondent and the crew at her office had our documents uploaded on our client page with incredibly alacrity. It was obvious to me that Emily cared about our case and about my wife. She went above and beyond and I would unreservedly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Digs in, fierce advocate

Emily represented me to clarify and enforce our final order. She was easy to work with and got back to me quickly with e-mails and calls. Emily dug in when negotiating to reach settlement agreements and was well-prepared and confident in court. She showed grit when presenting our case and didn't b...ack down when she was condescended to by opposing counsel. Her approach is honest, confident, and thorough. Emily was a fierce advocate for me, I highly recommend her and will retain her again.

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2016 | Child Custody

Solid family lawyer

I consulted with Attorney Wilson regarding a custody matter. She was patient and was a careful listener. She explained the legal issues, possible courses of action and likely outcomes. My custody matter resolved short of proceeding with legal action; however, each and every time we spoke, whether ...by phone, in person or online, I felt confident in her ability and her desire to help. Excellent lawyer.

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Emily L.R. Wilson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brittney Busalacchi

Family lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Emily on various family cases over the past few years. She is knowledgeable and compassionate, and she communicates with her clients on a personal level beyond the capability of most attorneys. I would recommend her services without hesitation."

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Nathan Otis

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Emily is a great attorney. She is zealous in advocating her client's positions, but also reasonable in trying to reach solutions that work for both parties. You will be in good hands if you hire her."

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Carrie Schudda

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In a recent case in which we were both involved, Attorney Wilson was diligent and zealous in representing her client's interests while maintaining a professional, productive relationship with opposing counsel (me) and the court."

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Alicia Armstrong

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Attorney Wilson ("Emily") since 2008, when we began our legal careers together as law students in New York City. During this time I have had the opportunity to work with her on projects as a law student, and legal matters as a lawyer. Since we are now practicing law in the Madison, Wisconsin area, it is a pleasure to collaborate regularly with Emily and refer family cases her way. Emily is among the most passionate and dedicated lawyers I know. She strives to support social justice in her life and work. This commitment is apparent in her client advocacy, as she skilfully navigates the complex legal system that governs family law, while maintaining focus on the real "human" or vulnerable interests of her clients. Especially in family law, you need a lawyer like Emily with both the sharpness and sensibilities to fully advocate your case, and achieve the justice you deserve. I very highly recommend Emily as your family law attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

2018

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2018

Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

2017

Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

2016

Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

2015

Bro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

2014

Pro Bono Honor Society, Wisconsin Access to Justice Commission

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Kowalski, Wilson & Vang, LLC

2015 - 2021

Associate Attorney, Kowalski Family Law, LLC

2013 - 2015

Principal Attorney, E. Wilson Law, LLC

2010 - 2011

Teaching Assistant - Evidence, City University of New York School of Law

2010 - 2010

Judicial Intern, New York State Supreme Court, New York Unified Court System

2010 - 2011

Student Attorney, Main Street Legal Services

2009 - 2011

Research Assistant, City University of New York School of Law

Associations

2025 - Present

Association of Family and Consiliation Courts

Member

2024 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

Board Member

2020 - Present

Sauk County Bar Association

Member

2019 - Present

State Bar of Wisconisn, Children and the Law Section

Member

2018 - Present

Dane County Bar Association, Case Mediation Program

Mediator

2017 - Present

Family Law Assistance Center

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

Sunshine Legal Clinic

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

Dane County Bar Association, Delivery of Legal Services Committee

Member

2015 - Present

Madison Family Law Network

Member

2014 - Present

Legal Association for Women

Member

2013 - Present

Dane County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law Section

Member

2018 - 2019

School Makes a Difference (SMAD)

Speaker

2017 - 2019

Regional High School Mock Trial Tournament

Scoring Judge

2012 - 2017

State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2010 - 2011

CUNY Law Review

Executive Articles Editor

2009 - 2010

New York City Law Review

Staff Member

2008 - 2012

National Lawyers Guild

Member

Education

2011

City University of New York School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Advanced Skills and Techniques for Family Law Practice 2025 Program Chair

2024

Family Law Ethics 2024 Panel Moderator

2024

2023

Advanced Skills and Techniques for Family Law Practice 2023 Pronouns: Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Kids in Family Court

2019

38th Annual Family Law Workshop

When CPS Isn’t Enough: Navigating “Unsubstantiated” Abuse Allegations

2017

Gracie Fellow Public Interest Lunch Series

Challenges and Strategies in Low-Income Representation

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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