Heidi Marie Eglash

Heidi Marie Eglash

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 30 years

Estate planning Lawyer at La Crosse, WI
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts ... +4 more

1100 Kane Street, Suite 125, La Crosse, WI

About Heidi

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Elder Law 25%

27 years

25%
Trusts 20%

27 years

20%
Probate 10%

27 years

10%
Business 5%

27 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

27 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 30 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1995

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Eglash Law Office, LLC

1100 Kane Street, Suite 125, La Crosse, WI, 54603

Eglash Law Office, LLC

Post Office Box 189, La Crosse, WI, 54602

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Heidi Marie Eglash's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Fred | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Health Care

Top notch! Thanks, Heidi!

My experience with the law firm of Heidi Eglash is 100% positive. She came through for me and my family on multiple occasions, most notable of which involved a refusal by a hospital to deny surgery to my cancer-stricken mother, then 82 years old. A social worker and a hospital loss-control special...ist had both cited what they thought was the law to deny Mom care. Heidi corrected them during two distinct instances, citing case law and other labyrinthine legal connections not commonly realized by those with no formal training in the law. Heidi’s good work helped get Mom the surgery she needed, which bought Mom another eleven years of life. Heidi also handled Mom’s estate, which involves state agencies. This concerns a new set of errors from state officials that Heidi is now tasked to correct. Heidi and her capable paralegal, Jon Straker, produced a well-worded letter in response to the state’s erroneous claims. Heidi handed other matters regarding Mom’s estate professionally and correctly, with considerable research and background work involved, work that few clients ever see. Heidi is known around town as the ‘go-to’ for estate matters. I strongly recommend Heidi and her staff for your legacy needs.

Heidi Eglash

Replied last July 22, 2025

Thank you so much for your thoughtful words and for taking the time to share your experience with our firm, Fred. We are truly grateful for your trust in us during such a significant time for your family. At our firm, we strive to provide knowledgeable guidance and support to all of our clients, and it means a great deal to know our efforts have made a positive impact. Rest assured that we are always here to help you and others in our community with care, diligence, and respect for each individual’s needs. Thank you again for your kind recommendation.

Posted by Sali | December 24, 2014 | Estate Planning

One trusted attorney

Heidi walked my husband and I through creating our trust. We felt she had a very high level of knowledge, with an even higher regard for who we were and what our goals were. She explained the pros and cons of our wishes; allowed us to ask questions; and provided answers that didn't make us feel inf...erior, portraying patience and care with each step. Her fees were reasonable, and she comes highly recommended by us!

Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2014 | Elder Law

Legal advice on family vacation property

I contacted Heidi for legal advice on vacation property that was gifted to me from my mother. Mom ended up in a nursing home and I had to pay a divestment penalty before my mother was eligible for financial assistance. Her advice was 100 % correct. She gave us three different options to consider an...d we choose the best one that we felt satisfied our situation. I am very pleased with Heidi and if needed, I will use her services again.

Posted by Carol | January 16, 2012 | Wills & Living Wills

Great lawyer!

Heidi has helped my husband & I get our wills, power of attorney and related legal matters in order. She is very thorough and assisted us in completing all documents necessary to carry out our wishes. We have had to make changes and she is very patient and helpful. We appreciate working with someone ...that is so thorough and makes it much easier to navigate the process.

Posted by Kerry | January 16, 2012

Heidi helped me thru a VERY difficult time with compassion and knowledge.

I'm not sure how I would have made it thru the last year without Heidi on my side. I contacted many lawyers prior to Heidi and none of them were able to answer my questions. It truly was a blessing for my to get referred to Heidi. She provided me with knowledge and strength when I was an emotional... mess. She kept me calm by providing legal advice and answering all my questions in a timely manner (sometimes even weekends). She is very hardworking, compassionate and thorough.

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Heidi Marie Eglash's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Kessler

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I highly recommend Heidi in all of her areas of practice. Heidi takes the time to listen to her clients. She truly cares about her clients and delivers top-notch legal representation and service."

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Lisa Gaspero

Litigation lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Heidi and I worked on a litigation matter in Wisconsin. I found her to be extremely thorough and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Heidi to any client."

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Matthew Cromheecke

Unknown lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Heidi is a great attorney! She is professional with her clients and other attorneys. She is experienced and thoroughly understands the complicated areas of law in which she practices. She is dedicated to providing quality service and advice. I strongly recommend Heidi."

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Kelly Zinser

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Joshua Swanson

Litigation lawyer

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Matthew Cromheecke

Business lawyer

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Aaron Kessler

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Kelly Zinser

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

1994

Tulane Public Interest Law Foundation Grant, Tulane Public Interest Law Foundation

1994

International Internship--Notter & Partner, Bern, Switzerland, Tulane Law School / Notter & Partner (n/k/a Grueninger Hunziker Roth Rechtsanwaelte)

1986

PAD German Study Trip Award, American Association of Teachers of German / Deutsche Sprach- und Schulverein

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Law Office Of Heidi M. Eglash, LLC

2015 - 2019

Attorney/Shareholder, Johns, Flaherty & Collins, SC

2005 - 2009

Attorney/Owner, Lawyers At Work, L.L.C.

2005 - 2015

Attorney/Owner, Law Office of Heidi M. Eglash, LLC

1999 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Bosshard & Associates

1996 - 1999

Consulting Analyst, Wisconsin Energy Corp.

1995 - 1996

Legal Consultant, Johnson Controls, Inc.

1994 - 1994

Intern, Office of the District Attorney

1993 - 1993

Intern, Office of the District Attorney

Associations

2015 - Present

Verve, A Credit Union

Regional Advisory Board Member

2014 - Present

ElderCounsel

Member

2013 - Present

Wealth Counsel

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Solo & Small Firm Conference Planning Committee (Chair, 2013)

2011 - Present

YWCA La Crosse

Board Member; President (2013-14); Governance Committee Member

2009 - Present

Coulee Community Land Trust

Participating Attorney

2007 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Law Office Management Section

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Business Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce

Member

2005 - Present

La Crosse Area Realtors Association

Affiliate Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditors' Rights Section

Member

2002 - Present

Legal Action of Wisconsin

Board Member

2000 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin

Member

1999 - Present

La Crosse County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Elder Law Section

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2013 - 2015

Girl Scouts, Badgerland Council

Board Member

2010 - 2012

State Bar of Wisconsin, Agricultural/Agribusiness Law Section

Member

2010 - 2012

State Bar of Wisconsin, Law Office Management Section

Board Member; Secretary

2010 - 2015

Community Credit Union

Board Member; Secretary (2013-14)

2010 - 2015

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2011

7 Rivers Region Diversity Collaborative

Member/Advisor

2006 - 2010

State Bar of Wisconsin, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section

Member

2005 - 2010

Tri-County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2008

NAACP

Member

2004 - 2005

La Crosse Area Young Lawyers Association

President

2004 - 2013

Odin Arts Cooperative

Board Member

1999 - 2007

La Crosse Area Young Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - 1999

Milwaukee Young Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jahimiak v. Long, 2011 WI App 99, 800 N.W.2d 958

Court of Appeals remanded the case for partition, but affirmed the order of the Circuit Court that the home was not a gift in contemplation of marriage.

Godlewski v. Godlewski Living Trust, 2010 WI App 71, 786 N.W.2d 490

Court of Appeals upheld Circuit Court order to dismiss case.

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Education

1995

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

St Norbert College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Revitalizing Retirement: Keys to Building & Maintaining Your Successful Retirement & Estate Plan

Estate & Long-Term Care Planning

2015

Paralegal Studies Program

Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Administration

2014

Paralegal Studies Program

Business Law for Paralegals

2014

3rd Annual Multiple Sclerosis Symposium

Are You a Grasshopper or an Ant? Options for Life & Legacy Planning

2013

Young Onset Parkinson's Program Symposium Life & Legacy Planning for Young Onset Parkinson's

2013

SHRM September Monthly Meeting Background Checks & Employment Verifications

2013

Paralegal Studies Program

Business Law for Paralegals

2013

La Crosse County Bar Association

La Crosse's ABA-Approved Paralegal Program, Internships & Paralegal Utilization Opportunities

2012

Women's Business Boot Camp Starting, Growing & Improving Your Business

2011

Program Associate Professional Development (PAPD) Seminar

Growing & Protecting Your Assets

2011

Learning Community of Artists

Art & The Law: Legal Aspects of the Creation & Sale of Artwork

2009

Learning Community of Artists

Art & The Law (Business Formation; Copyrights & Trademarks; Digital Millenium Copyright Act; Estate Planning)

2008

Learning Community of Artists

Art & The Law

Publications

2013

Coulee Region Women Magazine Thinking About the Unthinkable

2010

Coulee Region Women Magazine Life Planning: Do It Now

1994

Tulane Journal of International and Comparative Law Environmental Defense Fund v. Massey: Application of the National Environmental Policy Act to the Extraterritorial Activities of United States Agencies

Languages

German

Activity

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