Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wausau, WI
Ellison & O'Connor is a Wausau, Wisconsin-based law firm with over 130 years of continuous service to Central Wisconsin. Established in 1883, our firm combines deep legal expertise with personalized strategies to address civil and criminal matters for individuals and small businesses. Our attorneys bring over 75 years of combined experience, including trial work, appellate representation, and specialized knowledge in areas like guardianship and real estate law. We prioritize client communication, offering flexible scheduling and accessible legal advocacy. Our experienced support team ensures compassionate service delivery, maintaining a collaborative approach to resolve complex legal challenges.We serve clients across Wausau and Central Wisconsin with office locations in both Wausau and Amherst. Our practice emphasizes transparent strategy development, helping clients understand their options while pursuing optimal outcomes. With a legacy of courtroom success and community engagement, we remain committed to protecting client interests through litigation and transactional support. Our firm's longevity reflects our dedication to legal excellence and client-centered representation.
Services
Civil Litigation
Guardianship
Personal Injury
Real Estate Law
Bankruptcy Law
Estate Planning
Insurance Defense
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer 130+ years of combined legal experience in Central Wisconsin
- Our attorneys maintain direct client communication throughout case progression
- We provide trial-tested representation with appellate court experience
- Flexible payment options accommodate diverse client financial situations
- Our support staff brings 30+ years of combined legal assistance expertise
What people say
Highly recommend Mr. Ellison
Forever grateful for services
Pleasure to work with team
Helpful during difficult time
Happy with case outcome
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles disputes involving property rights, business conflicts, and personal injury claims. We provide strategic representation for cases requiring courtroom advocacy or negotiated settlements. Our attorneys leverage decades of trial experience to protect client interests in complex legal matters.
Guardianship
We guide clients through establishing guardianship for minors, elderly parents, and individuals with special needs. Our compassionate approach ensures proper legal authority while protecting vulnerable family members. We handle both contested and uncontested guardianship proceedings in Central Wisconsin.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury attorneys advocate for clients injured in car accidents, workplace incidents, and premises liability cases. We pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. Our trial-ready approach strengthens settlement negotiations for injury victims.
Real Estate Law
We handle real estate transactions, zoning issues, and property disputes for residential and commercial clients. Our services include contract negotiation, title examination, and eminent domain representation. We protect client assets during property purchases, sales, and development projects.
Bankruptcy Law
Our bankruptcy attorneys help individuals and businesses navigate Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 proceedings. We provide clear guidance on debt discharge options and financial recovery strategies. We prioritize long-term financial stability while protecting client assets during bankruptcy proceedings.
People
Keith F. Ellison
Attorney At Law
With over 40 years of trial experience in Central Wisconsin, Keith F. Ellison specializes in civil and criminal litigation. A former District Attorney, he brings courtroom expertise to complex legal matters while maintaining personalized client representation.
Brandon O'Connor
Attorney At Law
Licensed since 2011, Brandon O'Connor focuses on real estate, business transactions, and estate planning. His practice combines transactional expertise with litigation preparedness to protect client interests in property and business matters.
Kristin Gille
Legal Assistant / Office Manager
With 25+ years of legal experience, Kristin Gille specializes in guardianship law and office management. She provides essential case support while maintaining direct client communication throughout legal proceedings.
Questions
What legal areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, guardianship, personal injury, real estate law, bankruptcy, estate planning, insurance defense, family law, and criminal defense cases throughout Central Wisconsin.
How do you handle client communication?
We maintain direct attorney-client communication with flexible scheduling options, including after-hours meetings when necessary to accommodate client needs.
What experience do your attorneys have?
Our attorneys have 75+ combined years of legal experience, including trial work, appellate representation, and specialized knowledge in Wisconsin state courts.
Do you offer payment flexibility?
Yes, we provide flexible payment options to accommodate various financial situations while ensuring access to quality legal representation.
How long have you served the community?
Our firm has continuously served Central Wisconsin since 1883, maintaining a legacy of legal excellence for over 130 years.
