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Franklyn M. Gimbel Honored as Life Fellow at the American Bar Foundation

Franklyn M. Gimbel Honored as Life Fellow at the American Bar Foundation

Attorney Franklyn M. Gimbel was featured in a Fellows Spotlight interview for his achievement in becoming a Life Fellow at the American Bar Foundation.

The Fellows is an honorary organization of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the welfare of their communities and to the highest principles of the legal profession. Membership in the Fellows is limited to one percent of lawyers licensed to practice in each jurisdiction. Members are nominated by their peers and elected by the Board of the American Bar Foundation.

To read the full interview click here.

Wisconsin Law Journal's 2017 Reader Rankings

Wisconsin Law Journal's 2017 Reader Rankings

The Wisconsin-based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP has been chosen as the “Best Contract Attorney Provider” by the readers of the Wisconsin Law Journal.

The Wisconsin Law Journal’s Reader Rankings award recipients are not chosen by the publishing team or a panel of judges but the readers themselves. Making it a list of who the people think are the best of the best.

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Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Announces Recognition of Six Super Lawyers

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Announces Recognition of Six Super Lawyers

The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP has announced that six attorneys from their team have been recognized as Super Lawyers, by Super Lawyer Magazine.

The six individuals receiving this prestigious distinction include Michael Guerin, Franklyn Gimbel, Raymond Dall’Osto, Patrick Knight and Thomas Brown. “We have always been fortunate to staff the best and brightest attorneys in the State of Wisconsin,” notes GRGB Founding Partner, Franklyn Gimbel. “Our goal as a firm is to serve the community and our clients to the best of our abilities. This distinction shows that we are doing just that,” He adds.

The Super Lawyer designation is given to no more than five (5) percent of the lawyers in a given state. Recipients are selected based on peer nominations as well as careful analysis from an attorney-led research team. “The Super Lawyer designation is especially meaningful because it represents the opinions of our legal colleagues within the community. It is a great reminder of the oath we each took as young lawyers to uphold the law and act in the best interest of our clients,” Gimbel concludes.

Kathryn A. Keppel Awarded Bishop John Paul Distinguished Alumnus Award by Aquinas Catholic Schools

Kathryn A. Keppel Awarded Bishop John Paul Distinguished Alumnus Award by Aquinas Catholic Schools

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP is proud to announce that Attorney and Partner Kathryn A. Keppel was presented the Bishop John Paul Distinguished Alumnus Award by Aquinas Catholic Schools at the Founders’ Day ceremony in her hometown of La Crosse, WI. This award is presented annually to a graduate of Aquinas who actively practices the Catholic faith, and has distinguished himself or herself in the community, made significant achievement in his or her chosen field, and demonstrated support for Aquinas Catholic Schools.

Keppel is a Partner at GRGB and the firm’s lead appellate attorney. She has authored scores of appellate and trial court briefs in all areas of GRGB’s practice. Kathy has successfully briefed winning appeals in matters as diverse as contract interpretation, spousal support, criminal and civil litigation cases and procedural matters. Kathy also handles a large percentage of the firm's pretrial litigation obligations, including product liability defense and a variety of civil and criminal matters.

Jason Luczak Honored as Up and Coming Lawyer

Jason Luczak Honored as Up and Coming Lawyer

Jason LuczakMilwaukee, WI - The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP is proud to announce that Attorney Jason Luczak has been honored as one of Wisconsin's Up and Coming Lawyers for 2012. The award, which will be presented on September 19, 2012, recognizes attorneys in the State of Wisconsin who are on the fast track in their law career and represent a strong character in both the practice of law as well as a community involvement.

"Jason's designation as an Up and Coming Lawyer in Wisconsin demonstrates what we have always known to be true about him. He represents the future generation of outstanding attorneys at GRGB," states Founding Partner, Franklyn Gimbel. "He serves GRGB's clients with energy and a forthright mindset and has developed a strong litigation practice. We look expectantly to the new era he represents, while we hold firm to the principles on which our firm was founded," Gimbel adds.

Luczak serves GRGB clients in a variety of practice areas that include both civil and criminal litigation. He has gained valuable courtroom experience, trying cases in state, federal and municipal courts throughout Wisconsin. He has argued before the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago, and has prepared and filed a certiorari petition to the United States Supreme Court.

Kathryn A. Keppel elected as Wisconsin Law Foundation Fellow

Kathryn A. Keppel elected as Wisconsin Law Foundation Fellow

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP announced that Kathryn Keppel, partner in the firm’s office, has been elected as a Fellow of the Wisconsin Law Foundation. Wisconsin Law Foundation Fellows, who are selected annually, are recognized in the legal profession for outstanding attainment in professional, public, or private careers for devotion to the welfare of their community, state, and nation and the advancement of the legal profession.

Keppel is the firm’s lead appellate attorney and has authored scores of appellate and trial court briefs in all areas of GRGB’s practice. Kathy has successfully briefed winning appeals in matters as diverse as contract interpretation, spousal support, criminal and civil litigation cases and procedural matters. Kathy also handles a large percentage of the firm's pretrial litigation obligations, including product liability defense and a variety of civil and criminal matters.

Thomas Brown, Mike Guerin, Pat Knight and Ray Dall'Osto were recognized as Super Lawyers

Thomas Brown, Mike Guerin, Pat Knight and Ray Dall'Osto were recognized as Super Lawyers

Attorney Thomas Brown was recognized as a Super Lawyer in White-Collar Criminal Defense.

Attorney Michael Guerin was recognized as a Super Lawyer in General Litigation.

Attorney Patrick Knight was recognized as a Super Lawyer in Civil Litigation Defense.

Attorney Raymond Dall'Osto as recognized as a Super Lawyer in General Litigation.

GRGB’s Founder, Franklyn Gimbel Presented Lifetime Achievement Award

GRGB’s Founder, Franklyn Gimbel Presented Lifetime Achievement Award

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP) is proud to announce that firm founder, Franklyn L. Gimbel, was presented a Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquette University Law School during the Annual Alumni Awards Reception and Conferral.

Gimbel graduated from Marquette Law School in 1960 and has been impacting the Milwaukee community since that time. He founded GRGB after serving as an Assistant United States Attorney from 1963 through 1968. His experience as a federal prosecutor has proven invaluable in developing his successful private criminal defense law practice.

Over the years, Gimbel has expanded his practice into civil litigation, including complex business, employment, communications and First Amendment cases. He has represented small businesses and large corporations, as well as individuals including doctors, other lawyers and judges. No person's problem is too insignificant or too complicated.

Raymond Dall'Osto - Representative for District 2 Board of Governors

Raymond Dall'Osto - Representative for District 2 Board of Governors

Congratulations to Attorney Raymond Dall'Osto on his recent election as a representative for District 2 on the Board of Governors for the State Bar of Wisconsin. With this election, Ray Dall'Osto continues the tradition of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP's involvement with the State Bar of Wisconsin.

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Attorneys Recognized As Best Lawyers

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP’s Attorneys Recognized As Best Lawyers

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP is proud to announce that half of their talented team of lawyers has been named as 2015 Best Lawyers in Wisconsin. Among the recipients are the following individuals:

  • Frank Gimbel - Milwaukee Best Lawyer - White Collar Criminal Defense - "In The News" Mention
  • Josh Gimbel - Wisconsin’s Lawyer of the Year in Litigation – Land Use and Zoning.
    Milwaukee Best Lawyer - Land Use and Zoning, Commercial Litigation and Real Estate Law.
  • Patrick Knight - Milwaukee Best Lawyer - Healthcare Law
  • Mike Guerin - Milwaukee Best Lawyer - Plaintiff Personal Injury
  • Raymond Dall'Osto - Milwaukee Best Lawyer - Civil Litigation

In addition to these recipients former GRGB Partner, Thomas E. Brown, was recognized as a Milwaukee Best Lawyer - White Collar Criminal Defense. Brown currently serves as Of Counsel for GRGB.

Patrick Knight recognized by Wisconsin Law Journal as a Leader in the Law

Patrick Knight recognized by Wisconsin Law Journal as a Leader in the Law

On May 20, 2009, Attorney Patrick Knight was recognized by the Wisconsin Law Journal as one of its Leaders in the Law. Patrick was honored for his volunteer work with Wauwatosa Heat, a Special Olympics' basketball team that he and Attorney Steve Fronk have coached for approximately 5 years. Read More...

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