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Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC

United States 2025

Overview

At Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren, we know that every trusted relationship begins with understanding. That is why each of our committed attorneys take the time to listen critically, learn the unique attributes of each client’s business, and work together to build a foundation for success that goes beyond providing legal services. While doing so, we draw upon an exceptionally broad base of experienced attorneys and a deep knowledge of the industries and sectors we serve. This blend of active understanding grounded by informed perspective equips our attorneys to deliver uniquely creative, yet efficient, legal counsel.

By consistently offering our clients cost-effective and innovative legal counsel, we have established ourselves as trusted advisers in many areas of corporate law. Our Client Service Standards, upheld to by all lawyers and staff, affirm our commitment to put the needs of our clients first and to pursue excellence in all that we do.

Reinhart meets the ever-evolving needs of today’s business with innovation, focus and commitment. The firm’s more than 200 attorneys are dedicated to providing accessible, responsive service from our nine offices throughout the country. Founded in 1894, Reinhart is one of the nation’s 200 largest law firms. We serve as attorneys and business law counselors to public and privately held corporations, financial institutions, family-owned businesses, retirement plans, exempt organizations and individuals. Throughout our history, we have relied on entrepreneurship, teamwork and dedicated service to help our clients achieve their business goals. Our client-driven approach is firmly rooted in creative thinking, intelligent advice and conscientious service, no matter what area of business law our clients require.

Founded:
1894
Size:
215
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Practice Areas:
42
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
102

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Tier
3
National Ranking
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Corporate Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Regional

Colorado

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1
Colorado
Real Estate Law

Madison

Tier
1
Madison
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Tier
1
Madison
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
1
Madison
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Madison
Elder Law
Tier
1
Madison
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

About Our Clients

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Associated Banc-Corp Johnson Outdoors Inc. Kohler Co. The Milwaukee Bucks

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Corporate Law
Tim Reardon and John Herbers, at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren, have provided consistent reliable advice to our family to help us develop a best-in-class governance structure and execute a generational business ownership transition.
 
Commercial Litigation
Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren is a true and respected advisor and business partner to our entire organization.
Thomas Fessler
Vision Service Plan

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Tier
3
National Ranking
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Corporate Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Environmental Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Franchise Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Health Care Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Environmental
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Patent
Tier
3
National Ranking
Real Estate Law

Regional

Colorado

Tier
1
Colorado
Real Estate Law

Madison

Tier
1
Madison
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Tier
1
Madison
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
1
Madison
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Madison
Elder Law
Tier
1
Madison
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
1
Madison
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Madison
Energy Law
Tier
1
Madison
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
Madison
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
1
Madison
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
1
Madison
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
1
Madison
Real Estate Law
Tier
1
Madison
Tax Law
Tier
1
Madison
Trusts and Estates
Tier
2
Madison
Communications Law
Tier
2
Madison
Construction Law
Tier
2
Madison
Litigation - Construction
Tier
2
Madison
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
3
Madison
Health Care Law
Tier
3
Madison
Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Milwaukee

Tier
1
Milwaukee
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Copyright Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Environmental Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Franchise Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Health Care Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
International Trade and Finance Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Labor Law - Management
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Antitrust
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Environmental
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Patent
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Securities
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Nonprofit / Charities Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Real Estate Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Tax Law
Tier
1
Milwaukee
Trusts and Estates
Tier
2
Milwaukee
Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
Tier
2
Milwaukee
Financial Services Regulation Law
Tier
2
Milwaukee
Immigration Law
Tier
2
Milwaukee
Patent Law
Tier
2
Milwaukee
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Tier
3
Milwaukee
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
3
Milwaukee
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Minneapolis

Tier
2
Minneapolis
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Practice Areas

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 45 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Communications Law
  • Construction Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Elder Law
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Energy Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
  • Franchise Law
  • Health Care Law
  • Immigration Law
  • Insurance Law
  • International Trade and Finance Law
  • Labor Law - Management
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation - Antitrust
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy
  • Litigation - Environmental
  • Litigation - ERISA
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Litigation - Securities
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Litigation and Controversy - Tax
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Patent Law
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Real Estate Law
  • Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Tax Law
  • Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC proudly has 102 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren SC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Top 200 largest law form by National Law Journal
Third-largest law firm in Milwaukee according to the Milwaukee Business Journal’s 2018-2019 survey of the largest Milwaukee-area law firms.
Chambers USA 2019 recognized 14 Reinhart attorneys and six practice areas. Reinhart earned a top ranking for its Real Estate practice. Chambers also ranked Reinhart’s Corporate/M&A; Labor & Employment; Litigation: General Commercial; and IP
The 2018 Wisconsin Super Lawyers publication named 33 Reinhart attorneys Wisconsin “Super Lawyers.” The publication also named 13 attorneys “Rising Stars.”
The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 features 97 Reinhart attorneys. Additionally, 13 attorneys are “Lawyers of the Year.”
Reinhart is highly ranked in several practice areas nationally and statewide in the 2019 “Best Law Firms” rankings from U.S. News – Best Lawyers.
Benchmark Litigation 2019 has named Reinhart a “highly recommended” law firm.
S&P Global Market Intelligence ranks Reinhart as the top Wisconsin law firm, and second in the nation, in number of bank M&A deals for the first half of 2019. The intelligence report is compiled twice a year (January and July) and takes into accou
Modern Healthcare Magazine ranks Reinhart as the 40th-largest health care law firm in the country, which was the highest among Milwaukee-based law firms in the publication’s 2016 survey.
BTI Client Service A-Team
Martindale Hubbell Top-Ranked Law Firm

Offices & Contacts

Milwaukee, WI
1000 North Water Street, Suite 1700
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Scottsdale, AZ
16220 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 205
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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Denver, CO
1401 Lawrence Street, Suite 1600
Denver, CO 80202
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Chicago, IL
233 South Wacker Drive, Suite 9400
Chicago, IL 60606
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Minneapolis, MN
80 South Eighth Street, Suite 900
Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Madison, WI
22 East Mifflin Street, Suite 700
Madison, WI 53703
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Waukesha, WI
N-16 W-23250 Stone Ridge Drive, Suite One
Waukesha, WI 53188
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Wausau, WI
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