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Joe was born and raised in La Crosse, Wisconsin and attended Aquinas High school. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor from St. John’s University and has been serving the La Crosse, Wisconsin area since 1992.
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Acquired: 1998
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State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1991
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201 Main St # 700, La Crosse, WI, 54601-0718
21 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Kathy | June 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
The Best!!
When you get married you take vows for better or for worse. Unfortunately, divorce brings out the worst in people. It's a very difficult and confusing time. I am so thankful that I had Joe in my corner to help every step of the way. Joe always answered my questions quickly and was always looking ...
Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2015 | Child Custody
Excellent attorney
I used Mr. Skemp for a child custody hearing. I had heard great things about him from a friend and decided to retain him. My previous attorney's had always given me mediocre advice and I felt that I was always put on the back burner until my court date arrived. NOT WITH SKEMP. Our first meeting was a...
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Tells you what you want to hear
First impression was great, he was aggressive and a non-bs attorney. After a while I had to track him down, spent more time talking to his para then anything; and he was horrible at responding. The worst part was, he forgot a few times on things and tried to justify it. Just admit you forgot and n...
Posted by Debbie | April 30, 2015
Refer to Joe often
Joe helped me a personal matter. He was interested and responsive to all communications from me and supported me and my best interests very well. Because of the excellent service Joe provided to me, and the level of trust I have in him, I have referred many of my own clients and friends to him.
"Joe is one of the most experienced and knowIedgeable family law attorneys in the area. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"Atty Skemp's representation of his clients is both aggressive and effective. He is knowledgeable and experienced and that combination allows him to reach creative and efficient solutions to the problems faced by his clients. I fully endorse Atty. Skemp."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Joe for almost fifteen years. Joe has a solid understanding of the law, the court system and his adversary. He has only one goal in mind; the best interest of his clients. I have personally witnessed him volunteer, counsel, weigh alternatives and provide outstanding advice. In an era where it is not uncommon to hear lawyers raise their voice or use a condescending tone, Joe is always on an even keel. He approaches all involved with respect and dignity. This respectful and well thought out approach works to the benefit of his client. It is a pleasure to work with Joe and to refer clients to his good care. I recommend his services without hesitation."
"Joe is taking his place as one of the leading family law attorneys in Southwest Wisconsin. He uses his legal knowledge, his years of experience arguing before judges and court commissioners, and his friendly personality to help clients get good outcomes for their cases. Joe is probably most notable in the community as being able to practice at a very high level against any other litigators in the state while at the same time reliably keeping a conscientious eye on the client's bottom line (i.e. notifying clients if it looks like arguing about certain legal points or property division issues might not be cost-effective and then letting the client decide how to proceed.)"
General practice lawyer
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
1998
Domestic Abuse Task Force Honoree, New Horizon's Womens Shelter
1996 - Present
Shareholder, Moen Sheehan Meyer
1991 - 1994
Attorney, Weigel, Stickler & Kroner
1998 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
1991 - Present
La Crosse County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
US District Court- Western District of WisconsinAdmitted
Settlement in excess of 1 million dollars
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
2009
Effects of divorce on Children
English
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