Since 1883, the attorneys at Doar, Drill & Skow have represented families, individuals and businesses across Wisconsin and Minnesota in areas of personal injury, criminal defense, family law and divorce, civil litigation, estate planning and trusts, workers compensation and more. We have been recognized as one of Western Wisconsin's most skilled and successful personal injury law firms and have built our reputation on what we achieve for our clients. We are committed to being your advocate, regardless of your circumstances.
Since 1883, we have helped many people in western Wisconsin make a successful transition after going through a divorce. Our experience ranges from handling uncontested divorces to those involving intense disputes over child custody and property division. Whatever your situation, we are committed to helping you navigate the legal system in a manner that enables you to move forward in a positive manner.
Child Custody and Visitation
Since the inception of our firm in 1883, our attorneys have never shied away from difficult cases. We have an impressive record of success in personal injury cases involving vehicle accidents, defective products, premises liability and other cases. Our firm undertakes all types of civil litigation concerns including bad faith insurance claims, professional malpractice, commercial disputes and real estate disputes. We guide people through the divorce process and child custody battles. In the area of criminal defense, we defend the rights and freedom of people accused of drunk driving, drug charges and other alleged criminal acts. In addition to our trial work, we also provide a full range of estate planning advice and services as well as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) appeals.
Guardianship
Prior to joining the firm, Allyson worked with a law firm in River Falls, Wisconsin where she specialized in guardianships, family matters, and municipal prosecution. Allyson has also worked as a Judicial Assistant for Dunn County Circuit Court where she engaged in detailed case work in the areas of family, criminal, probate, and civil matters.
Prior to joining the firm, Mackenzie worked as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Susan R. Miles, District Court judge for the 10th Judicial District of Minnesota. While in Minnesota, she worked on family, civil, and criminal matters as well as matters pending before the Supreme Court Appellate Panel. Mackenzie also served as law clerk at the St. Croix County Circuit Court. During her time there, she gained practical experience in the areas of criminal justice, family law, municipal, and civil matters.
DUI/DWI
Traffic Violations
Sex Crimes
Man accused of felony sexual assault by ex-girlfriend. Investigation was terminated after attorney was able to convince prosecution that charges could not be proven.
Robbery
Theft
Misdemeanors
27-year-old female child care provider has felony charges for battery to a child reduced to misdemeanor after jury trial results in hung jury.
Drug Crimes
Young woman charged with possession with intent to deliver marijuana based on 26 pounds of marijuana found in her car is found not guilty in trial to the court.
Assault
Murder
Criminal law crimes include both misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors are usually less severe criminal offenses such as theft, and disorderly conduct, and are punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for up to one year and a fine. Felonies are more serious criminal offenses such as murder, sexual assault, and delivery of drugs and are usually punishable by at least one year in prison and severe fines.
Homicide
Teenage woman charged with attempted homicide and other felonies has case reduced to misdemeanors on the eve of the jury trial.
At Doar, Drill & Skow, our experience ranges from straightforward contract disputes to complex document-intensive litigation. Our trial attorneys have the knowledge and sophistication to handle any civil cases that can arise in western Wisconsin.
Real Estate Transactions or disputes encompass a wide range of legal issues from purchasing property, transfers between family members, management, riparian rights, boundary disputes and more. Having a real estate attorney can help you evaluate your option and navigate the complex issues.
Premises Liability
Construction Litigation
Real Estate Transactions
Eminent Domain
Real Estate – disagreements over the construction, purchase, or leasing of commercial or residential property, condemnation, and eminent domain, boundary disputes, zoning issues, annexation, and tax disputes.
Land Use and Zoning
Property Damage
I joined Doar, Drill and Skow out of law school in 1991. While my primary focus is on injury cases, I have and still do represent people in other areas of litigation, including: Business, Agriculture, Property Damage, Insurance Claim Disputes and Estate and Probate litigation.
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Medical Malpractice
Auto Accidents
Social Security Disability
Lisa began working at Doar, Drill & Skow, S.C. as a law clerk in 1981 and later during law school was a law clerk at Boardman, Suhr, Curry and Field in Madison, WI, and also at Atterbury, Riley and Luebke in Madison, WI. After graduating from law school, Lisa joined Doar, Drill & Skow as an attorney. Lisa practices primarily in the areas of personal injury and social security disability.
Dog Bites
I handled a great variety of cases. Motor vehicles, motorcycles, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, and slips/trips and falls are all common causes of injuries. I also regularly handle claims involving unsafe products, farm equipment, dog bites, hunting accidents and medical negligence cases. My objective is always to obtain fair compensation for our clients – efficiently.
At Doar, Drill & Skow, our highly skilled estate planning attorneys p rovide advice and legal services in all types of estate planning matters, including...
Wills
Trusts
After graduating from law school, Annie worked at a midsized Minneapolis firm in their estate planning department. In 2002, she joined Doar, Drill & Skow and continued the practice in the areas of estate planning, probate, trust administration and business succession planning.
Estate planning is essential for every adult regardless of age, health, or net worth. Everyone should have at least basic estate planning documents in place in the event of an untimely death or incapacity from an accident or illness. A well-crafted estate plan enables you to achieve your goals of properly transitioning your property and investments to your heirs in a cost-effective way. It also provides proper tax planning and gives you and your family peace of mind.