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Our injury lawyers are here to help you if you've been hurt in a car accident. We deal with the insurance company and medical providers so you can concentrate on getting medical care that you need. Contact our law firm in Madison WI or chat with one of our attorneys in Madison Wisconsin online below.

Consumer Protection lawyers work to help families protect those things that are most important to them. We protect your houses from foreclosures, your cars from repossession, and your income from debt collectors and garnishments. We can help if you have purchased a new car that is a lemon. Injured at work?
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Lawton & Cates was born out of a partnership between John A. Lawton and Richard L. Cates. Lawton was a premier labor lawyer in Wisconsin and is best known for his role in authoring Wisconsin's public employee bargaining laws. Cates developed the firm's litigation practice and established a national reputation when he served as Special Counsel to the House Judiciary Committee during the Watergate hearings.
Everyone was very so kind to me. We were all made to feel welcome, made to feel supported and made to feel like we belong there. That was very important to me since I was pretty stressed out a lot of the time. This was a difficult time in my life and they made it easier for me. That's just what I needed.
Attorneys from Lawton & Cates provided an update on the lawsuit against Ocean Spray and reviewed options going forward. Various growers expressed an interest in joining the case and proceeding as individual plaintiffs. If you missed the meeting and are interested in an update on the case and hearing about your options going forward, you should contact our office at (608) 282-6200 and speak with Jim Olson, Scott Hassett or Dan Lenz.
Lawton & Cates has filed a case against Capital One, seeking to obtain remedies for those harmed by the data breach. The class action sets up two basic categories of customers: those whose data was released, and those whose data was not, but they were not informed by Capital One of this in a timely way.
Reviews (17)
Emily Otteson
Emily Otteson
Jun 11, 2024
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David was a very compassionate empathetic attorney. I highly recommend him for any legal issues. He made me feel at ease and comfortable in a very nerve wrecking time. He went above and beyond what was expected of him, and I thank him immensely for his time and patience!
Gary Manke
Gary Manke
Apr 16, 2024
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Great attorneys and staff. I highly recommend Lawton and Cates law firm. I had the great pleasure to work with Attorney David Stegall, he very hard working and has been very helpful through my case.
Attorney Stegall's staff were very nice, helpful, and professional during my case. A shout out to Benjamin Schessler for all his hard work also.
Pauline
Pauline
Feb 21, 2024
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We dealt with Terry Pollack and his amazing assistant, Elaine. We are so thrilled with how they handled everything with our lemon law case. Although the company pushed back, these two were able to get us what we deserved and kept us up to date on it all. They were professional and yet weren't stuffy or hard to communicate with.

We really hope we don't need them again, but we would use them again and recommend them to anyone who needs their services.
Chip McCleary
Chip McCleary
Jan 14, 2024
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Terry Polich and his staff were fantastic in assisting us with our lemon law claim. They were able to provide good insights on what we needed to do, listened to our questions and concerns in working through offers and counter-offers, and helped expedite a settlement once an offer had been accepted. I can't thank everyone there enough, and I would highly recommend them to anyone who has a similar issue with a lemon vehicle.
Kayla Paddock
Kayla Paddock
Nov 22, 2023
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We cannot recommend David Stegal highly enough. As our son's guardian ad litem in a sensitive case, he thoroughly researched and advocated for a fair outcome, far exceeding his role. Even after his official duties ended, David graciously continued advising us as we navigated the complicated settlement process.

His empathy, diligence and legal expertise were invaluable. When the opposing counsel was evasive about finalizing agreements, David stepped in to resolve matters. He even helped us successfully negotiate a better settlement from the insurer. Throughout the challenges, he was a tireless ally.

Lawyers like David are rare - he provides excellent legal guidance but also genuinely cares about his clients. Thanks to his dedication, we found justice and closure. We will be grateful to David for his compassion and commitment to our family. I urge anyone needing a guardian ad litem to secure David's services immediately. You could not ask for a more outstanding attorney and advocate.
Daniel Sprenger
Daniel Sprenger
Jan 20, 2022
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Extremely helpful with the questions I had, highly recommended. Will definitely be working with Daniel Bach in the future!
Scott Hainstock
Scott Hainstock
Dec 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
We had a very positive experience with Lawton and Cates in Madison, Wisconsin. We had an issue with a warranty on our car and they settled the matter in a timely and professional manner. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking for representation in the type of services they provide.
James Topp
James Topp
Sep 22, 2021
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Have a consumer issue. They can't are any money off it. So they won't take the case. Period
Oliver Gandsey
Oliver Gandsey
May 14, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Very informative and helpful and quick to respond, would recommend to anybody needing advice on disability or SSI.
Darla Calenzo
Darla Calenzo
Mar 18, 2021
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I left a message for Lawton and Cates to inquire about a possible medical malpractice. They returned my call promptly and very patienly listened to my circumstance. Unfortunately I do not have a case at this time. This was a free consultation and very helpful for me.
Aminata M.
Aminata M.
Mar 17, 2021
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Lawton cates has the worse attorney and management ever. I paid Lawton cates over $2000 to work on my immigration case in 2018. They got me a lawyer. She ended up leaving without completing my case. I requested for refund since they never got to complete my case. I talked to the The president Dixon who was very rude to me, he said he wouldn't give me back my money cause to them the have nothing left to do on case which is false. They still owe me my money and would not respond to me. I would not recommend any one working with Lawton cates. Poor customer service, unprofessional, racist.
Nancie Sprangers
Nancie Sprangers
Jul 27, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism
Very professional. Communicated on line. Seem very interested about my problem. Received a better experience than one of the big name lawyers that I contacted. Thank you for taking the time.
Jill & Jeff Mara
Jill & Jeff Mara
Jun 01, 2020
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Positive: Responsiveness
I read an article written by one of the lawyers at the firm and sent a question regarding my situation as it was covered in article. I received a response back not long after answering my question.
David B.
David B.
Oct 07, 2019
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If you want the worst law firm in the State of Wisconsin to represent you then this is the one. Briane Pagel has to be the worst attorney in the state, if you want a attorney they will not follow though, respond to your calls and emails then Braine is your man. He will add more stress to you than the case he is working for you. STAY AWAY FROM THIS FIRM
Bob Kool
Bob Kool
Sep 29, 2019
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They refused to help me said the judicial system is rigged in favor of bad doctors I know 4 of them.try habish habash law firm ...doctors are dangerous and cover for each other.with all the mistakes they make that's thier priority..I'm suing them by myself...bad doctors. Need to be eliminated
Manmath Manjunath
Manmath Manjunath
Jul 31, 2019
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I was referred by Hyatt legal plans. I contacted them on phone and gave me all the details. I was told that they would get back to me soon. I called after two days as they did not call back. Waited for two more days to remind them that they have not called back. No response after 7 days.
Kathy Patrick
Kathy Patrick
Jun 23, 2017
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Brianne is so accommodating and very resourceful! He listened to my concerns, was patient and very empathetic. I can only say I was blessed that someone referred them to me and that they took my case! If I need an attorney in the future, they will be my go to guys!