Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP (GRGB) is pleased to welcome Attorney Sydney Wilcox to the firm’s criminal defense and appellate team. With her background in civil litigation, Attorney Wilcox is an excellent addition to GRGB, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience with her.

Attorney Wilcox has an impressive educational background. A magna cum laude graduate of Edgewood University, she studied at Marquette University School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor. In law school, she served as Chief Justice of the Moot Court Association and competed in the Intramural Jenkins Honors Moot Court Competition as well as the American Bar Association’s National Appellate Advocacy Competition, where she placed in the finals and quarter-finals, respectively.

Attorney Wilcox previously worked for a civil litigation firm as an Associate Attorney, which provided her with meaningful experience and insights into the litigation process. Outside of her work, she coaches and judges moot court teams. GRGB is confident in Attorney Wilcox’s legal talent, as the firm is committed to providing strong advocacy and counsel to clients in need.

About Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP

At Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP, we have built up a reputation as a well-respected trial and litigation law firm with over 50 years of experience. We are equipped to assist with a wide spectrum of legal issues throughout the Milwaukee area, including criminal defense, family law, personal injury, estate planning, and more.

For more information about our firm and our legal services, go to https://www.grgblaw.com/. We can also respond to inquiries by phone at 414-271-1440.

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown (GRGB) is thrilled to announce that the City of Milwaukee proudly celebrates the 90th birthday of Franklyn (Frank) M. Gimbel on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026!

Franklyn M. Gimbel was born on March 18th, 1936, and grew up in the Sherman Park neighborhood. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1958 and then earned his law degree from Marquette University Law School. Frank began his career as an Assistant United States Attorney and then founded Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, L.L.P. in 1968. He has proudly worked for the citizens of Milwaukee as the Vice Chairman of the Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission from 1977-1982 and was appointed to the Wisconsin Center District Board of Directors in 1994 where he was Chairperson for over a decade. Frank also has served as President of the Milwaukee Bar Association, the State Bar of Wisconsin Bar Association and was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award from Marquette University in 2015.

The City of Milwaukee commends Franklyn M. Gimbel for his many years of dedicated service and leadership recognizing their outstanding contributions to the community! “At 90, Dad continues to be a pillar of the legal community.” states his son and GRGB Partner, Joshua Gimbel. “We, as lawyers, should all strive to have his zealous advocacy skills while maintaining his collegial demeanor.”

About Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP

Celebrating their 50th Anniversary in 2018 and serving Wisconsin since 1968, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP has earned the respect of the public and the legal community. The firm is known for their tradition of honesty and integrity as well as the ability to achieve positive results in cases ranging from complex civil litigation, white collar crime investigations, serious accidents and injury cases, and federal and state criminal matters. The firm’s attorneys are recognized for their passion for the Constitution, the law and the rights of their clients. The firm and many of its attorneys have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, by Law & Politics, and are AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell. Firm attorneys have served as Presidents of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bar Association, as well as chaired State Bar sections and divisions, serve on section boards and on the State Bar Board of Governors. Additionally, several firm attorneys have Fellowships in the American College of Trial Lawyers. For more information on Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP, visit the law firm’s website at www.grgblaw.com.

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown (GRGB) is pleased to announce that they have promoted Attorney Adam Schleis to Partner. This is another exciting announcement following Attorney Kristin Leaf joining the firm as Partner earlier in the same year.

Before joining the firm, Adam spent seven years doing trial level defense work for the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office. Adam’s practice expanded beyond just criminal defense and included work in juvenile, mental health, guardianship, child protective services, and family law. Attorney Schleis’ practice has continued to evolve as he now leads the firm’s Professional Licensing practice group, representing physicians, nurses and other medical professionals as well as all individuals that require a professional degree who need assistance when their license is in jeopardy. Adam has been recognized as a Wisconsin Law Journal “Up and Coming Lawyer”, Super Lawyers “Rising Star”, a Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” and most recently was honored as a Notable Litigator and Trial Attorney by the Biz Times Media. He also coaches mock trial at Brookfield Central High School in his free time and was inducted into the Germantown High School Athletics’ Hall of Fame in 2025.

“Becoming a Partner is a shared achievement made possible by the guidance of my firm, the support of my wonderful family, and our remarkable Milwaukee community. I will be forever thankful to everyone who helped me along the way.”

About Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown LLP

Serving Wisconsin Since 1968, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown has earned a position of admiration in the legal community. For more information on GRGB and its lawyers, please visit www.grgblaw.com.

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB), is proud to announce that Partner Nicole Masnica has been included in the “Power 30” list of Appellate Attorneys. This inclusion names the power brokers who lead and influence various parts of the Wisconsin legal community.

These “Power 30” lists highlight those whose presence on a case signifies the stakes, who have influenced the direction of the law, whose leadership in the community is pervasive and whose respect within the bar is undeniable.
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Nicole M. Masnica is a leader in the criminal, white-collar and appellate defense team at GRGB and specializes in complex trial level litigation and appeals throughout Wisconsin and in federal court.

About Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP

Serving Wisconsin since 1968, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP has earned a position of admiration in the legal community. The firm is known for its tradition of honesty and integrity, as well as the ability to achieve positive results in cases ranging from complex civil litigation to white collar crime investigations. GRGB has earned respect for passionate representation of their clients’ rights. For more information on GRGB and its lawyers, please visit www.grgblaw.com.

The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP is thrilled to announce that seven attorneys from the firm were named Elite Lawyers for 2024. The recognized lawyers are Megan Drury, Adam Schleis, and Zak Wroblewski. Elite Lawyer is a legal directory nationally recognized as the premiere way for prospective clients to find the highest quality attorneys in any region of the United States.

Founded in 1968, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown is a prominent trial and litigation law firm known for its rich history of providing exceptional legal services across a highly skilled team of experienced attorneys. From the most severe of criminal offenses to real estate and family law matters, GRGB has earned the respect of the Wisconsin legal community. Clients, colleagues, judges, and adversaries alike respect GRGB as a law firm of uncommon tenacity and drive.y.

Elite Lawyer takes the hassle out of finding high-quality attorneys by providing individuals and businesses with an easy-to-navigate legal directory connecting them with trusted legal professionals nationwide. Elite Lawyer is the premier one-stop place to find the attorney who most effectively meets your needs.

About Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP

For 56 years, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP has served as Wisconsin’s go-to law firm for civil and trial litigation law. From complex civil litigation to criminal and family law, individuals and businesses trust GRGB to get the job done. Known for their extensive preparation and clients-first attitude, let GRGB get to work for you today. For more information on Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP, visit www.grgblaw.com. Call 414-271-1440 for a consultation.