Contact:
Peggy Schicantek
(414) 978-5346
pschicantek@whdlaw.com
MILWAUKEE – The law firm of Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C. (WHD) is
pleased to announce that its Corporate/M&A, Intellectual Property, Litigation (General
Commercial), and Real Estate practices have been ranked among the best in Wisconsin by
Chambers and Partners. Chambers publishes the prestigious Chambers USA guide, used by
businesses and other organizations in determining the best possible legal representation.
Additionally, Corporate/M&A attorneys John Emanuel, Eric Lenzen and Richard Silverthorn;
Intellectual Property attorney Gina Carter; Natural Resources & Environment attorneys Jennifer
Drury Buzecky and Donald Gallo; Real Estate attorneys Brad Dallet, Nathaniel Hoffman and Hal
Karas; and Health Care attorney Patrick Coffey (for Illinois) each earned individual recognition
in the Chambers USA guide, based upon their reputations among clients and peers.
Corporate/M&A:
Chambers recognizes that WHD has a broad practice that includes corporate finance, tax and
securities matters. According to sources, those who comprise the team “are always available
when needed and rise to the top for their level of service and the expertise they have. They are
great to work with.” John Emanuel is described as a “brilliant lawyer who is knowledgeable
about various areas of the law,” with broad experience in transactional matters including stock
purchase agreements and asset acquisitions. Eric Lenzen is acknowledged as a “fantastic”
practitioner whose ability in M&A transactions and expertise in recapitalizations and joint
venture interest divestitures distinguish him as a growing presence in the market. Chambers
recognizes Richard Silverthorn for his strength as a negotiator in complex supply contracts and
corporate transactions and as an adviser on shareholder buyouts, corporate spinoffs and M&A
deals.
Intellectual Property (Including Litigation):
Chambers identifies the Intellectual Property (IP) team for its strength in litigation for Lanham
Act false advertising matters, trade secret misuse claims, trade dress disputes and patent and
trademark infringement assertions. Experienced in patent application processes and trademark
registrations, the team is also “very responsive and professional.” Lauded for her expertise in
cross-border discovery proceedings for complex IP litigation, “great attorney” Gina Carter is
experienced in a variety of IP areas including licensing agreement negotiations and the defense
of copyright and patent infringement claims.
Litigation (General Commercial):
Recognizing the group’s broad range of capability, Chambers notes the team’s expertise in the
defense of construction companies and financial entities in complex litigation proceedings.
Additionally, the WHD litigation group is knowledgeable in areas of product liability, ERISA
legal malpractice and toxic tort disputes.
Natural Resources & Environment:
Chambers distinguishes Jennifer Drury Buzecky for her aptitude in air permitting and site
remediation matters. “Extremely thorough, very knowledgeable in the environmental area and
very detailed,” she is praised by clients as being “very technically strong and a real joy to work
with.” Donald Gallo is reputable due to his skill in wetlands permitting proceedings and
contaminated site remediation and development, and clients say that “he is very knowledgeable
in the environmental area, and he is very accessible.”
Real Estate:
According to Chambers, WHD’s Real Estate team is known for acting on behalf of developers in
a series of leasing and development transactions involving a variety of properties including retail,
resident and office properties. Additional areas of capability include financing, zoning and land
use, and real estate litigation. Sources say that the WHD practitioners “are great at getting a
solution that works for all sides, and they give solid advice. They go above and beyond.” With
his extensive experience representing commercial real estate developers in complex leasing
negotiations for existing properties, Brad Dallet is a notable practitioner due to “his overall
knowledge, listening skills, quick turnaround and general demeanor.” Nathaniel Hoffman “is
very thorough, very responsive and pleasant to work with” on commercial real estate leasing
negotiations and zoning and licensing procedures. “Good all-around real estate attorney” Hal
Karas has significant experience in housing rehabilitation and affordable housing developments,
and he is recognized for his representation of financial organizations and handling of financing
matters including New Markets Tax Credit procurement.
Health Care (Illinois):
Chambers recognizes Patrick Coffey for his defense of individuals and corporations in white-
collar litigation at the local, state and federal level, and for his advice on corporate compliance.
“We at WHD are proud of our continued recognition by Chambers,” said WHD’s Chief
Executive Paul Eberle. “Each attorney’s in-depth understanding of the law and care for the client
demonstrate WHD’s ongoing commitment to client success.”
For additional information, visit the Chambers and Partners website.
