About William A.

William A — Swendson practices corporate law in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. He has been an outstanding figure in the legal network since he used to be admitted to the bar in 1970. His firm makes a speciality of corporate law, estate planning, and elder law, providing complete offerings to clients in Waukesha County and past. The company is understood for its approach, addressing the wants of every individual and enterprise. He earned his J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1970, where he laid the foundation for his legal career. In addition to his Juris Doctor, he holds a M.A.

in Taxation and Accounting from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, obtained in 1989. A B.A. in Economics from Lawrence University, also earned in 1970. This diverse educational background enhances his ability to navigate complex legal and financial things. Over the years, he has held a number of positions within the area of law. He have become a partner in 1974 and used to be named president of his firm in 1983 — His experience consists of serving as an associate attorney starting in 1973. His practice consists of a number of legal stages, from preliminary consultations to complex litigation, making sure that clients obtain thorough representation.

William is actively involved in several professional organizations. He is a member of the WealthCounsel Advisors and the National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers. Additionally, he co-based the Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Waukesha County Bar Association and serves on its board. His commitment to pro bono work is clear thru his roles as legal advisor for St. Jerome Catholic Church and as a legal counsel for Holy Hill and Sister House for Bettered Women. In his community, he has taken on leadership roles, including president and trustee of the Village of Lac La Belle, and serving on the planning commission. His contributions prolong to the Town & Country YMCA, where he's on the board of directors, and he additionally serves on the board of advisors for Tax News.

These positions reflect his commitment to both his profession and his community. William is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions, which includes the Federal District Court for the Eastern Wisconsin, the U.S. Tax Court, the 7th Circuit, and the U.S. highest court. His wide talent lets in him to manage a variety of instances, making him a flexible attorney within the fields of business law, estate making plans, and elder law. He continues to serve his clients with integrity and professionalism, building long-term relationships primarily based on confidence and respect.

Education

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

M.A. | Taxation/Accounting

1989

University of Wisconsin Law School

J.D. | Law

1970

Lawrence University

B.A. | Economics

1970

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

President

Swendson/Fey Law Ltd.
1983

Partner

Johnson, Brendemuehl, Swendson & Georgeson
1974

Associate

Arthur, Tomlinson, Gillman & Tracers, S.C.
1973

Accepted Jurisdictions

Federal District - Eastern Wisconsin
US Tax Court
7th Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court
Wisconsin

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin U.S. District Court
U.S. Tax Court Tax Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
Wisconsin Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

business law estate planning elder law

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Complex litigation

Professional Associations

WealthCounsel Advisors

has membership 2008 - Current

WealthCounsel

has membership 2006 - Current

St. Jerome Catholic Church

Pro Bono Legal Counsel 1998 - Current

National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers

has membership 1996 - Current

Holy Hill

Pro Bono Legal Advisor 1994 - Current

Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Waukesha County Bar Association

Co-founder and Board has membership 1986 - Current

Waukesha County Bar Association

has membership 1974 - Current

American Bar Association

has membership 1973 - Current

Village of Lac La Belle

President 2009 - 2012

Village of Lac La Belle

Planning Commission 1988 - 2012

Village of Lac La Belle

Trustee 2007 - 2009

Office of Lawyer Regulation District 6

Investigative committee 2003 - 2009

St. Jerome Catholic Church

Trustee 1998 - 2003

Sister House for Bettered Women

Legal Advisor 1982 - 2000

Tax News

Board of Advisors 1983 - 1996

Town & Country YMCA

Board of Directors 1989 - 1994

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tax Association

has membership 1984 - 1994

Office Locations

Main Office

 1300 Summit Avenue, Suite 202 Oconomowoc WI 53066