DeWitt LLP

DeWitt recently joined the American Red Cross Southwest Wisconsin Heroes Golf Event as a Hero Awards Sponsor, supporting the recognition of individuals whose courage, selflessness, and life-saving actions have made a meaningful impact throughout southwestern Wisconsin.

A special thank you to our golfers, Tim Stewart, Kathy Pline, Neil Schadle, and Timm Speerschneider, for representing DeWitt on the course.

We also want to recognize Bryan Esch, who serves on the American Red Cross Southwest Wisconsin Board of Directors and is Co-Chair of the Board's Philanthropy Committee. His leadership and commitment help advance the Red Cross mission of supporting communities and honoring those who go above and beyond to serve others.

Congratulations to this year's heroes and thank you to the American Red Cross for shining a light on the heroes among us.

Three DeWitt attorneys have been recognized in Minnesota Lawyer's inaugural Legal 250, which highlights attorneys helping shape Minnesota's legal profession and business community.

Congratulations to:
▪️ Kathleen Newman – Family Law
▪️ Kevin Dunlevy – Real Estate
▪️ Julie Nagorski – Construction Law

This recognition reflects the practical judgment, deep experience, and client-focused approach that Kathleen, Kevin, and Julie bring to their work every day. Whether helping families navigate important life decisions, guiding complex real estate matters, or advising construction industry clients, each has earned the trust of those they serve through thoughtful counsel and a commitment to results.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Read more here: https://dewittllp.com/news/2026/06/09/three-dewitt-attorneys-named-to-minnesota-lawyer's-inaugural-legal-250

This weekend, Team DeWitt was proud to participate in the United Performing Arts Fund - UPAF Ride for the Arts, joining thousands of riders in support of Milwaukee’s vibrant performing arts community.

Our commitment to UPAF extends beyond the ride. This year, our Greater Milwaukee offices once again came together to support UPAF through our annual workplace fundraising campaign, helping advance an organization that enriches lives through arts education, community engagement, and access to world-class performing arts.

We are especially proud that DeWitt President and Managing Partner Timothy Stewart serves as Chair of the UPAF Board of Directors, helping lead an organization whose impact is felt throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

Thank you to all of our riders who represented DeWitt at this year’s event: Timothy Stewart, Eli Van Camp, Brian Anderson and Troy Mayne.

Bond surcharge claims and criminal referrals can present some of the most challenging issues in probate and guardianship practice.

Join DeWitt Associate Van Donkersgoed, Eberhardy & Eberhardy, LLP Partner Sara Eberhardy, and Milwaukee County Assistant District Attorney Nick Heitman on June 12 from 1:00–4:00 p.m. for a practical discussion of bond surcharge claims, criminal referrals, evidentiary considerations, and prosecutorial decision-making in probate and guardianship matters.

If you handle probate or guardianship cases, this program will provide practical guidance for pursuing surcharge claims, evaluating referral options, and navigating these complex situations with confidence.

Click the link to register and learn more: https://www.mkebar.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=756&Itemid=141&year=2026&month=06&day=12&title=probate-seminar-judgment-and-bond-surcharges-in-guardianship-and-probate-ases&uid=460a1178827c6eb0092dfae658ca788a

Please join us in congratulating Isabella Barnard on graduating cm laude from Marquette University Law School and being sworn into the Wisconsin State Bar and the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

As a former Law Clerk at DeWitt, Isabella has already made a meaningful impact on our team through her hard work, professionalism, and dedication. We’re incredibly proud of all she has accomplished and are excited to welcome her back to DeWitt in August as an Associate Attorney.

Congratulations, Isabella — we can’t wait to see all that’s ahead for you!

Please join us in congratulating Gabriel Chein on graduating from the University of St. Thomas School of Law with a concentration in Law, AI & Evolving Technology.

As a former Law Clerk at DeWitt, Gabriel has already been a valued member of our team, and we’re proud of all he has accomplished throughout law school. His dedication, perspective, and commitment to growth have made a lasting impression, and we’re excited to welcome him back to DeWitt as an Associate Attorney following the bar exam.

Congratulations, Gabriel — we look forward to this next chapter with you!

Meet DeWitt’s 2026 Summer Associates!

We’re excited to welcome this talented group to DeWitt for the summer. Across our Madison, Brookfield, Minneapolis, and Green Bay offices, our summer associates will gain hands-on experience, work alongside our attorneys, and become part of the collaborative culture that defines our firm.

Please join us in welcoming:
• Calen Bernbeck – Madison
• Hannah Geerlings – Madison
• Natalie Hamacher – Madison
• Kara Komarek – Brookfield
• Maya Strohm – Minneapolis
• Jackson Thiel – Green Bay

We’re glad to have them on the DeWitt team and look forward to a great summer ahead.

DeWitt was proud to participate in and fundraise for CycleNation Madison, an impactful event supporting the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association.

We’re especially proud of DeWitt Partners Jordan Rohlfing and Brody Richter for serving as the 2026 co-chairs and helping lead fundraising efforts that contributed to raising more than $130,000 in support of lifesaving research, advocacy, prevention, and treatment of stroke and heart disease.

Together, we honor loved ones, celebrate survivors, and work toward healthier futures for generations to come.

DeWitt was proud to serve as a Platinum Sponsor of the ACC-WI Annual Conference at The Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake.

We always value the opportunity to be part of this event and to connect with in-house counsel and business leaders who are navigating complex and evolving business issues every day.

As part of the conference, DeWitt Partners Joe Miotke and Matthew Hills joined Daniel Posanski for a discussion on AI due diligence in mergers and acquisitions. The session led to a thoughtful conversation around the practical considerations businesses and legal teams are facing as AI continues to shape transactions, operations, and risk management.

Thank you to ACC-WI for bringing together such an engaged and insightful group of professionals. We appreciated the conversations and the opportunity to contribute to them.

DeWitt is proud to participate in the Wisconsin Association of Legal Administrators’ (WALA) Annual Meeting and Convention.

As part of the program, DeWitt Partner Robb Evans and Vice President of Operations Kathy Pline will present “Finance 101: Understanding Law Firm Financials for Administrators and Attorneys” during a pre-event session on Wednesday, June 10, at 1:45 p.m.

The session will offer practical insights into the financial decisions that shape law firm performance, including budgeting, cash flow, collections, expense management, and profitability. Attendees will learn how to identify financial risks, evaluate growth opportunities, and make informed operational decisions.

Click the link to register and learn more: https://marketplace.wisbar.org/store/products/cle-seminars/ma0742-(la-crosse)2026-annual-meeting-conference/c-25/c-78/p-44349 #44349