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Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Celebrates 55th Anniversary

GRGB 55 Years

Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB) is proud to announce that the firm is celebrating its 55th Anniversary in 2023.

In 1968, after arguing some of the most high-profile cases of the day as a federal prosecutor for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, Franklyn M. Gimbel founded the firm. Gimbel states, “It gives me a sense of great pride that the law office which I started 55 years ago, following a 5-year stint as an Assistant US Attorney, has grown and matured into the vibrant offices of today’s Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP.” Frank continued saying, “We have 23 attorneys with unique skill sets including academic accomplishments, commitment, community service and a track record of many successful outcomes for our clients of every economic, ethnic and vocational background.” Attorney Gimbel finished by stating, “Our moto and goal continues to be that you will leave our office with better outcomes than those anticipated by the problems you brought to us to address.”

The firm is kicking off the celebration by showcasing a refreshed website, new anniversary logo and GRGB app.

Attorney Franklyn Gimbel Named One Of Biztimes Media’s Wisconsin 275 Leaders

Attorney Frank Gimbel

Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB) is proud to celebrate Founding Partner Franklyn Gimbel’s inclusion in the inaugural “Wisconsin 275”, a list of the most influential business leaders in the state.

This 124-page book profiles 275 Wisconsin business leaders in a variety of industries, doing business in all corners of the state. Industries represented include: accounting, agriculture, banking & finance, construction, education, energy and utilities, entertainment, health care, insurance, law, manufacturing, nonprofits, real estate, restaurants, retail, sports, staffing, technology, tourism, transportation & logistics.

Frank started practicing law in 1960 after graduating from Marquette University Law School (from which he also won the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015) and soon became one of four assistant U.S. attorneys in Milwaukee. He prosecuted the local head of the Mafia for tax evasion and won a conviction. Attorney Gimbel established GRGB in 1968 and has tried 200 jury cases over his legal career. He has had multiple homicide cases with acquittals in several.

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Welcomes Attorney John D. McNally To Their Civil And Fiduciary Litigation Group

Attorney Jack D. McNallyMilwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB), is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney John D. McNally to the firm’s civil and fiduciary litigation team. Prior to joining the firm, John served as an Assistant City Attorney in Milwaukee, focusing on business licensing litigation and claims against the City. He is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and the federal court system.

While attending law school, Jack was a Summer Fellow at the Milwaukee Justice Center, providing assistance to self-represented litigants navigating the court system. Jack was inducted into the Pro Bono Honors Society as a result of his community service efforts.

“We are excited to have Jack join our team at GRGB. His wide-ranging background will help us continue to provide our clients with the support they need as we navigate complex litigation matters together.” states a GRGB Partner.

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Partner Jason Luczak Recognized As Legal All-Star

Attorney Jason Luczak

Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB) is pleased to announce that Partner Jason Luczak will be honored in the Wisconsin Law Journal’s first-ever class of Legal All-Stars.

The Wisconsin Law Journal will celebrate its first-ever Legal All-Star award-winners on Thursday at the Grain Exchange in downtown Milwaukee during a networking and awards event. Thirty-five winners were selected in five categories, including Leaders in the Law, Rising Young Lawyers, Unsung Heroes, Solo Firms and Diversity in the Law.

Jason, head of the Criminal Defense and Appellate Team at GRGB, will be recognized as a “Leader in the Law.”

Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Attorneys Jason Luczak And Nicole Masnica Honored As BizTimes Rising Stars In Law

Attorney Jason D. LuczakAttorney Nicole M. MasnicaMilwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB), is proud to announce that Attorneys Jason Luczak and Nicole Masnica have been selected as “Rising Stars in Law” by BizTimes Media. To be selected, individuals had to meet the following criteria:

  • Have made an impact in the types of cases handled, clients won and/or pro bono work.
  • Have shown leadership at the firm by leading or serving on committees, mentoring associates, and/or promoting diversity and inclusion.
  • Assume a leadership role in professional organizations and civic/community service initiatives.
  • GRGB Welcomes Attorney Zak Wroblewski To Their Civil Litigation Group

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Welcomes Attorney Zak Wroblewski To Their Civil Litigation Group

    Attorney Zak Wroblewski

    Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB) is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Zak Wroblewski to the firm’s litigation team. Zak graduated from Marquette University Law School in 2022 and before joining the firm, represented clients in various criminal and civil legal matters at a small firm in Milwaukee. Zak is admitted to practice in Wisconsin.

    While attending law school, Zak served an internship with the Honorable Brian Hagedorn of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. He also clerked for a large local personal injury firm, where he assisted the firm’s lawyers in representing injured plaintiffs. Attorney Wroblewski will be coaching the Wagner Moot Court Team for Labor and Employment Law in NYC and up until recently, was active in the city of Milwaukee working as the “Bernie Brewer” mascot for the Milwaukee Brewers.

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Attorney, Kristen Nelson, Elected As Chair Of The State Bar Of Wisconsin’s Health Law Section

    Attorney Kristen NelsonMilwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB), is proud to announce that Attorney Kristen Nelson has been elected as Chair of the State Bar of Wisconsin’s Health Law Section. The term runs through 6/30/2023 and the section addresses areas of interest to health law practitioners including regulation and operation of health care organizations, bioethics, managed care, accountable care, privacy, and risk management.

    The Mission of the Health Law Section is to bring together members of the State Bar who have a special interest in the fields of health law; to participate in the presentation of educational seminars in such fields through meetings, programs and publications; and to provide networking opportunities for Section Members.

    Nelson is an Associate at GRGB in the healthcare law department.

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Announces Recognition Of 2022 Super Lawyers And Rising Stars

    Best law firm

    Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB) has announced that several attorneys from their team have been recognized as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, by Super Lawyer Magazine.

    The ten individuals receiving the prestigious Super Lawyers distinction include Thomas Brown, Raymond Dall’Osto, Franklyn Gimbel, Joshua Gimbel, Kathryn Keppel, and Patrick Knight. “We do our best to assure that all clients receive focused, professional attention to their needs. To be recognized for our service and come to the attention of others in the legal community, is indeed a high honor” notes GRGB Founding Partner, Franklyn Gimbel.

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

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP logoMilwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP, LLP (GRGB), is proud to announce that several of its talented team of lawyers have been named as 2022 Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch. Among the recipients are the following individuals:

  • Thomas Brown – Criminal Defense - White Collar
  • Raymond Dall’Osto - Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense-White Collar
  • Joshua Gimbel – Commercial Litigation, Land Use & Zoning (Litigation), Real Estate (Practice Area & Litigation), Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs
  • Kathryn Keppel – Appellate Practice
  • Patrick Knight – Health Care Law and Criminal Defense (General Practice), Criminal Defense- White Collar
  • Richard Reilly – Family Law
  • Jaclyn Kallie (Ones to Watch)-Business Organizations (LLCs and Partnerships), Litigation-Real Estate, Litigation-Construction, Litigation-Trusts and Estates, Person Injury Litigation (Plaintiff)
  • Max Stephenson (Ones to Watch)-Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation
  • Best Lawyers is a peer-based review system that serves to identify the most talented attorneys within a geographic region. According to the publication, it is the “oldest legal peer-review organization in the United States.” The goal of the ratings is to help the consumer connect with the most capable and talented legal professional for their given needs. The “Ones to Watch” designations follow the same criteria as Best Lawyers but recognize those that have typically been in practice 5-9 years.

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Named 2023 “Best Law Firm” By U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers

    Best law firm

    Milwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP (GRGB), is proud to announce that they have been named among the Best Law Firms in America by US News & World Report and Best Lawyers. The 2023 edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” recognizes the most elite firms across the nation, identified for their professional excellence with consistently positive feedback from clients and peers.

    Firms designated by U.S. News with a Best Achieving tiered ranking in U.S. News – Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Ranked firms, presented in three tiers, are recognized on a national and regional-based scale. All three tier rankings represent the highest-level Firms that received a tier designation reflecting the utmost respect a firm can earn among other leading lawyers and clients from the same communities and practice areas.

    Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP Welcomes Attorney Adam J. Schleis To Their Criminal Defense And Juvenile Law Team

    Attorney Adam J. SchleisMilwaukee, WI — — The Milwaukee, Wisconsin based trial and litigation law firm, Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP, LLP (GRGB), is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Adam J. Schleis to the firm’s criminal defense, guardianship, and juvenile group. Schleis joins the team after seven years with 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. He represented clients from the pre-charging stage all the way through jury trial and has substantial litigation and trial experience.

    Attorney Schleis coached high school mock trial for two different schools in his spare time. He also spent four years volunteering with the Big Brothers Big Sisters “Mentor 2.0” program where he mentored the same student all the way through high school. He was named an “Up and Coming Lawyer” by the Wisconsin Law Journal in 2018.

    “Adam is a powerful addition to GRGB and brings extensive trial moxie to the group.” states GRGB Partner Jason Luczak.

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