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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wausau, WI
Since 1883, Ellison & O'Connor has provided personalized legal representation to clients in Wausau and Central Wisconsin. Our firm combines over 130 years of collective experience with a client-centered approach, offering tailored strategies for civil litigation, family law, personal injury, and more. We prioritize direct communication, proactive problem-solving, and courtroom excellence, ensuring clients receive both strategic guidance and compassionate support.Our attorneys, including Keith F. Ellison with 40+ years of trial experience and Brandon O'Connor specializing in transactional law, are committed to protecting client interests through litigation, mediation, and preventive legal planning. With offices in Wausau and Amherst, we serve individuals, families, and businesses seeking reliable advocacy in Wisconsin's legal landscape.
Services
Civil Litigation
Guardianship
Personal Injury
Real Estate Law
Bankruptcy
Estate Planning
Insurance Defense
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Probate
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to individual client needs
- Our attorneys have 40+ years of combined trial and litigation experience
- We provide direct communication and keep clients informed throughout their case
- Our firm excels in both courtroom advocacy and out-of-court settlements
- We serve Central Wisconsin with deep local legal expertise
What people say
Highly recommend Mr. Ellison
Forever grateful for representation
Pleasure to work with
Professional and communicative
Knowledgeable and meticulous
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles disputes involving property rights, contracts, personal injury, and business conflicts. We provide strategic representation from pre-trial negotiations through courtroom litigation. With decades of trial experience, we advocate for clients in complex civil cases across Central Wisconsin.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents. Our attorneys help families protect assets and plan for future healthcare needs. With 55+ years of combined experience, we ensure your legacy is preserved according to Wisconsin law.
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in car accidents, workplace incidents, and premises liability cases. Our team pursues maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With trial-ready attorneys, we secure favorable settlements or verdicts for Wausau area residents.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and support matters with sensitivity and legal precision. We create parenting plans and resolve property division issues while protecting client interests. With experience in Wisconsin family courts, we advocate for fair outcomes.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing DUI, drug charges, and other criminal allegations. Our former prosecutor's insight informs strategic defense planning. We protect constitutional rights through trial advocacy and negotiate alternatives to incarceration when possible.
People
Keith F. Ellison
Attorney at Law
With over 40 years of trial experience in Central Wisconsin, Keith F. Ellison specializes in civil litigation and criminal defense. His courtroom expertise spans hundreds of jury trials, focusing on protecting client rights through aggressive advocacy and strategic legal solutions.
Brandon O'Connor
Attorney at Law
Brandon O'Connor focuses on real estate, business law, and estate planning. With experience since 2011, he provides transactional legal solutions while maintaining trial readiness. His practice emphasizes clear communication and practical legal advice for Wisconsin clients.
Kristin Gille
Legal Assistant
Kristin Gille brings 25+ years of legal support experience, specializing in guardianship law. As office manager, she coordinates client services and case management, ensuring efficient support for attorneys and clients throughout Central Wisconsin.
Questions
What areas of law does Ellison & O'Connor specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, family law, personal injury, real estate law, criminal defense, estate planning, and insurance defense. Our attorneys have particular expertise in Wisconsin state courts and Central Wisconsin legal matters.
How experienced are your attorneys?
Our attorneys have over 130 years of combined experience. Keith F. Ellison has tried hundreds of cases over 40+ years, while Brandon O'Connor brings specialized transactional law experience since 2011.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your legal needs. There's no obligation, and we'll help you understand your options during this meeting.
Are you available for emergency legal matters?
Yes, we provide emergency legal services. Contact us at (715) 845-1151 for urgent matters requiring immediate attorney attention.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of courtroom excellence, personalized service, and deep local knowledge sets us apart. We combine decades of experience with direct communication and tailored legal strategies.
