Cordell & Cordell
Family Law | Serving Milwaukee, WI
636-229-9679Assisting people in Wisconsin with their Family needs. Learn More.
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Dedicated, Relentless Advocacy
Cordell & Cordell is committed to relentlessly advocating for individuals and parents facing divorce or other family law matters. We understand the challenges and potential imbalances in these cases, and we work to provide the legal guidance and resources clients need to pursue a fair outcome. Our family law services range from uncontested divorce to complex asset and property division.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Asset and Property Division
- Collaborative Divorce
- Contempt Proceedings
- Divorce
- Estate Planning
- Family Law Appeals
- Legal Separation
- Military Divorce
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Spousal Support
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Custody/Support Appeals
- Declaration of Paternity
- Modification of Decrees
- Protection Order
Call 636-229-9679 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Joseph E. Cordell
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois, 1990
- Missouri, 1989
Education:
- The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas, 1988
- Juris Doctorate
- Washington University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri
- LL.M.
- Oklahoma State University
- B.S.
- Major: Accountancy
Attorney Joseph P. Breda
Bar Admissions:
- Bar Name, Year Admitted One
- Bar Name, Year Admitted Two
Education:
- Albany Law School of Union University
- J.D.;
- Honor: cum laude
- State University of New York Brockport
- B.S.
- Honor: magna cum laude
Attorney Allison Cunningham
Bar Admissions:
- Illinois
- Missouri
Education:
- Saint Louis University School of Law
- J.D., 1999
- University of Evansville
- B.S., 1996
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Illinois State Bar Association
- American Bar Association Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute
Attorney Frank Murphy
Bar Admissions:
- Bar Name, Year Admitted One
- Bar Name, Year Admitted Two
Education:
- St. Louis University School of Law
- J.D., 1991
- St. Louis University
- B.A.S., 1988
- Honors: magna cum laude
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Bar Associations Trial Advocacy training for domestic practitioners
Attorney Lisa F. Karges
Bar Admissions:
- Florida
Education:
- Florida Coastal School of Law
- J.D.
- Honors: cum laude
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Florida Bar Association Marital and Family Law Section
- Hillsborough County Bar Association Marital and Family Law Section
- Family Law Inns of Court (Hillsborough County)
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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:
Chelsea L. Williamson
This attorney practices in Wisconsin and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Divorce | Since 2015 |
| Family Law | Since 2015 |
Jamie L. Spero
This attorney practices in Pennsylvania and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Divorce | Since 2014 |
Cordell & Cordell Awards
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