Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Mandarin
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2010 | 11/17/2020 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Above the Bar Award | Eau Claire County Bar Association | 2019 |
2019 Leader in the Law | Wisconsin Law Journal | 2019 |
Outstanding Contribution to OWI Prosecution in Wisconsin | Wisconsin Department of Justice | 2018 |
Local Government Fellow | International Municipal Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Brad D. Bailey Assistant City/County Attorney of the Year | International Municipal Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Leadership Eau Claire Mover and Shaker Award | Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce | 2016 |
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Certificate of Commendation | State Bar of Wisconsin | 2015 |
Up and Coming Lawyer | Wisconsin Law Journal | 2015 |
Rookie of the Year | Waukesha County Bar Association | 2012 |
3rd Place National Student Writing Competition on Securities Law | Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Deputy City Attorney | City of Eau Claire | 2013 - Present |
Associate Attorney | de la Mora & de la Mora | 2010 - 2013 |
Student Intern | Wisconsin State Public Defender | 2009 - 2010 |
Law Clerk | Cramer Multhauf & Hammes | 2008 - 2010 |
Judicial Intern | Court Of Appeals For The State Of Wisconsin | 2008 - 2008 |
Loan Review Specialist | MortgageIT/Deutsche Bank | 2003 - 2007 |
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Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Brookfield Rotary | President | 2013 - 2013 |
Brookfield Rotary | Member | 2012 - 2013 |
Waukesha County Bar Association, Young Lawyer's Section | Chair | 2010 - 2013 |
Member | Elmbrook Rotary | 2010 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Wisconsin Lawyer | Open to Interpretation: Wisconsin's Court Competency Doctrine | 2014 |
Wisconsin Lawyer | Navigating Conflict of Interest Disqualification Motions | 2011 |
Transactions: The Tennessee Journal of Business Law | Quagmire: Is the SEC Stuck in a Misguided War Against PIPE Financing? | 2011 |
PIABA Bar Journal | A Square Peg in a Round Hole: Why the Investment Company Act is a Poor Regulatory Fit for Hedge Funds. | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Marquette University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Wisconsin Prosecutors Seminar | Wisconsin Municipal OWI Prosecution | 2015 |
Municipal Attorneys Institute | Navigating Constitutional Issues in Municipal Enforcement Actions | 2015 |
Municipal Attorneys Institute | Urban Agriculture | 2014 |
Wisconsin Prosecutors Seminar | Wisconsin Refusal Law | 2014 |
Wisconsin Prosecutor's Seminar | Wisconsin Refusal Law | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Voters With Facts v. City of Eau Claire | Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in City of Eau Claire's favor preserving tax incremental financing, which is an important economic development tool. |
City of Eau Claire v. Booth | Wisconsin Supreme Court reversed lower court ruling, thus closing a loophole in Wisconsin's OWI law. |
Village of Elm Grove v. Brefka | Unanimous Supreme Court ruling in client's favor |
Village of Lannon v. Schultz | Court of Appeals affirmed successful Circuit Court outcome at trial |
Matthew Huppertz, General practice Attorney on May 6, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Doug for many years. I have opposed Doug hundreds of times when he was a prosecutor for the Village of Elm Grove. He is always cordial, prepared and reasonable in handling matters. He also has a wry sense of humor that I truly enjoy. I also was privileged to watch Doug argue a case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. He was outstanding!
Casey Hoff, Litigation Attorney on Apr 29, 2015
Relationship: Friend
I've had the pleasure of knowing Doug since we went to law school together. Without hesitation, I can say that Doug is an extremely talented litigator. He is extremely professional and always well prepared. In my opinion, there are few things more important in law than preparation. Doug has all the skill in the world and will, I am sure, continue to be a fantastic lawyer.
Mark Powers, Government Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Fantastic litigator. Attorney Hoffer has a vast array of experience in municipal matters. Trustworthy, respectful and we'll versed attorney.
Craig Kuhary, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 30, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have personally handled many municipal charges as opposing counsel with Attorney Hoffer. We have tried several cases and motions against each other. I have always been impressed by his thoroughness, knowledge of the law and his integrity. I would highly recommend him to a potential client.
Theodore Perlick Molinari, Litigation Attorney on Jul 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Doug is a conscientious, fair, and diligent attorney who is honest and reasonable when resolving cases. He is able to understand the opposing viewpoint and bargain in good faith.
Michael Kopp, Government Attorney on Jul 6, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have recently been opposing counsel against Attorney Hoffer on a number of matters, and I have always been impressed with Attorney Hoffer's legal ability and the way he handled himself during the proceedings. Attorney Hoffer has a bright future, and I have no problems at all endorsing him or his legal abilities.