Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers
Personal Injury | Serving Des Moines, IA
715-513-9836Hudson Injury, Workers' Comp and SSDI Law Firm
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Details Attorney Russell D. Nicolet
Attorney Adam L. Nicolet
Attorney John Foss
Attorney Benjamin Nicolet
Bar Admissions:
Attorney Peter Greenlee
Bar Admissions:
Attorney Megan Mooney Zabkowicz
Attorney Mike J. Ingvaldson
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Since opening my office in 2007 I have worked tirelessly to represent my clients in the fields of personal injury. Financial distress and/or a devastating injury can be incredibly difficult for a person or family to deal with. Insurance companies, banks, and other large establishments often lose sight of people on a personal level and will seek to exploit them in their moments of need. My job, and my passion is to help individuals and families protect their rights, help deal with the problems that they are facing, and guide them through the legal process to ensure that they are treated fairly.
My experience and dedication to my clients has resulted in hundreds of successful bankruptcy filings and personal injury cases. My office is happy to offer free consultations, contingency based personal injury representation (no attorney fee unless we win).
Contact me today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
Personal Injury
- Collisions
- Vehicle accidents
- Truck accidents
- Boating accidents
- Dog bites and attacks
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Injuries caused by explosions and other burn-related injuries
- Head and brain injuries
- Nursing home neglect and abuse
Social Security Disability
- Claims and Appeals
Workers' Compensation
- Claims and Appeals
Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Automobile Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
Contact us today to request a free case evaluation with a dedicated local attorney. With twelve convenient office locations throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin, accessing award-winning legal services has never been easier. If you have a medical condition that prevents you from traveling, we would be happy to meet you at your home or schedule a private virtual consultation. Call Attorney Russell Nicolet today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Russell D. Nicolet
Bar Admissions:
- Wisconsin, 2007
- Minnesota, 2007
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2007
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2011
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2007
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Minnesota, 2011
Education:
- William Mitchell College of Law, 2007
- University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, 2004
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- BV rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 2012 - Present
- Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2013 - Present
- Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers, 2014 - Present
- Top 25 Motor Vehicle Accident Trial Lawyers Specialty Association, 2018 - Present
- Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers Specialty Association, 2018 - Present
- National Advocates Top 15 Consumer Bankruptcy Law, 2018 - Present
- Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com, 2013 - Present
- Clients Choice - Bankruptcy, AVVO, 2012 - Present
- Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under 40 in Minnesota, American Society of Legal Advocates, 2012 - Present
- Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under 40 in Wisconsin, American Society of Legal Advocates, 2012 - Present
- 5 out of 5 Star Client Rating, Lawyers.com, 2011 - Present
- Dean's Merit Award Scholarship, William Mitchell College
- Wisconsin Bar Association
- Minnesota Bar Association
- Wisconsin Association for Justice
- St. Croix Valley Bar Association
- Eau Claire Bar Association
- Better Business Bureau
- American Bar Association
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- National Trial Lawyers Association
Attorney Adam L. Nicolet
Jurisdictions:
- Wisconsin
Admitted To The Bar:
- 2007
Education:
- University of St. Thomas Law School, 2013
- University of Wisconsin – Madison, 2009
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
- Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
- Top 40 Litigation Lawyers Under 40 in Wisconsin, American Society of Legal Advocates
- Lead Counsel Verified in Personal Injury Law, Leadcounsel.org
- 5 out of 5 Star Client Rating, Avvo.com
- 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
- Million Dollar Advocates, Life Member
- Wisconsin Bar Association
- St. Croix Valley Bar Association
- Eau Claire Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce
- Eau Claire Young Professionals
Attorney John Foss
Admitted To The Bar:
- Wisconsin, 2012
Education:
- University of St. Thomas School of Law, 2012, J.D.
- University of St. Thomas, 2008, B.A.
- University of St. Thomas, M.B.A.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- St. Croix Valley Bar Association, Member, 2012
- Wisconsin Bar Association
- Wisconsin Association of Worker's Compensation Attorneys
- National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives
- Eau Claire County Bar Association
- St. Croix Valley Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Lead Counsel Verified in Worker's Compensation
- Lead Counsel Verified in Social Security Disability Law
- 10 Best Workers' Compensation Attorney – Wisconsin, American Institute of Legal Counsel
- Top 10 Workers' Compensation Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
- Workers' Compensation - 10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
- Social Security Disability - 10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
- President's Scholarship, University of St. Thomas, School of Law
- Dean's Scholarship, University of St. Thomas, College of Business
- Aquinas Scholar, University of St. Thomas
Attorney Benjamin Nicolet
Bar Admissions:
- Wisconsin, 2017
- Minnesota, 2018
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2017
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2018
Education:
- University of Minnesota Law School, 2017, Juris Doctor cum laude
- University of Wisconsin, 2013, B.S.
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Rising Star in the Field of Personal Injury Law, American Institute of Legal Advocates, 2018
- Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, 2018
- Civil Litigation Concentration, University of Minnesota Law School, 2017
- Excellence For The Future Award & Property Law, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction, 2015
Attorney Mark Mathias
Bar Admissions:
- Michigan, 1985
- Illinois, 1987
- Wisconsin
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, Michigan, Juris Doctorate
- James Madison College at Michigan State University, Bachelor of Arts
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Wisconsin State Bar, Board for the Bankruptcy Insolvency Creditor Rights Section
- Office of Lawyer Regulation's District 8 Commission, Member
- Debtor Creditor Rights Group, Eau Claire County Bar's Monthly Free Legal Clinic
Attorney Peter Greenlee
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota, 1993
- Wisconsin, 2019
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 1994
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 1997
- U.S. District Court District of North Dakota, 1998
Education:
- Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Minnesota Bar Association
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
- 11th District Bar Association
- Minnesota Bar Bankruptcy Section
- Minnesota Department of Education, 1991 - 1992
- Belfry law Office, 1993 - 1998
- Greenlee Law Office, 1999 - Present
- UMD School of Business, Assistant Professor, 1998 - 2004
Attorney Ryan T. Muir
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota, 2017
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2019
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2019
Education:
- University of Minnesota Law School, J.D., 2017
- University of Nevada Las Vegas, B.A., 2014
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Minnesota State Bar Association
- Washington County Bar Association
Attorney Karry A. Johnson
Bar Admissions:
- Wisconsin, 2003
- Colorado, 2001
Education:
- University of South Dakota School of Law, Vermillion, South Dakota, 2000
- J.D.
- Black Hills State University, Spearfish, South Dakota, 1997
- B.S.
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Honors: Dean's List 1995-1997
- Major: Political Science
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- State Bar of Wisconsin (Member)
- Douglas County Bar Association (Member)
- State Bar of Colorado (Member)
- Superior Optimist Club (Member)
Attorney Megan Mooney Zabkowicz
Bar Admissions:
- Wisconsin, 2013
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin, 2016
Education:
- Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 2013
- J.D.
- University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, 2002
- B.A.
- Major: Political Science; Women's Studies
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Wisconsin Association for Justice, 2013 - Present
- Association of Women Lawyers
Attorney William John Waltenberger
Bar Admissions:
- Wisconsin, 2002
- Illinois, 2007
- Indiana, 2009
Education:
- Temple University Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2002
- J.D.
- Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 1999
- B.A., Bachelor of Arts
- Honors: With Honors
- Major: Spanish
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- HPGM (Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee), Member
- State Bar of WI, Member
- State Bar of IL, Member
Attorney Mike J. Ingvaldson
Bar Admissions:
- Minnesota, 2021
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 2022
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 2023
Education:
- University of St. Thomas School of Law, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2020
- J.D.
- Law Journal: Journal of Public Policy, Editor, 2018 - 2019
- University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, Wisconsin, 2016
- B.A.
- Major: Business Administration
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- University of St. Thomas School of Law - Alumni Board, Board Member, 2024 to Present
- MN Association for Justice, Member, 2021 to Present
Personal Injury
- $1,000,000 Judgment
- $500,000.00 recovery for client injured by drunk driver
- $150,000.00 recovery on medical malpractice claim (turned down by several law firms and dropped by one firm)
- $250,000.00 recovery on motor vehicle accident (client hit by co-worker)
- Slip & Fall Settlement of Approximately $190,000.00 (defect in building design discovered by Nicolet Law Office)
Bankruptcy
- Successful Discharge of Approximately $7,000,000 of debt for one client.
- Several Successful Adversarial Actions including trials with result in favor of the debtor (our client).
- Hundreds of Successful Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Discharges
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Russell Nicolet
This attorney practices in Minnesota and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Bankruptcy | Since 2025 |
| Personal Injury | Since 2025 |
Adam L. Nicolet
This attorney practices in Wisconsin and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Personal Injury | Since 2016 |
Russell D. Nicolet
This attorney practices in Wisconsin and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Bankruptcy | Since 2015 |
| Personal Injury | Since 2015 |