About

William A. Swendson is a dedicated lawyer in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, who believes in the value of service to others. His broad scope of community involvement and passion for law have shaped his successful legal career.

William A. Swendson, a lawyer based in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, truly believes in the value of serving others. He has dedicated countless hours to this philosophy, reaping rewards in the form of friendships, lessons learned, and a positive impact on the community. His commitment to service is unwavering, always seeking out the next project to make a difference.

Swendson\s community service efforts are extensive and varied. He has served on the Oconomowoc school board, the Oconomowoc Hospital Foundation, and as a trustee of St. Jerome’s Catholic Church. Additionally, he founded a foundation for the Oconomowoc Rotary, established a non-profit corporation providing medical services in Haiti, and coached soccer for local associations. Currently, he serves as President of the Village of Lac La Belle, offers legal advice to St. Jerome’s Catholic Church and Holy Hill, and runs a free legal clinic.

His passion and dedication extend to his legal career, where he serves as the founder and president of his firm. Swendson has cultivated an organization dedicated to serving clients with respect and dignity. He emphasizes the importance of ongoing training and education for his team to provide the highest level of assistance. Through annual seminars, teleconferences, and active listening, he ensures that his clients\ needs are fully understood and met. His goal is to provide clients with peace of mind and satisfaction in choosing his firm as their personal and family attorneys.

While specializing in estate planning, probate, and trust administration, Swendson also has experience representing various entities in legal matters. His litigation experience includes appellate work before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. With a background in real estate and a Masters of Tax degree in accounting, he offers clients a comprehensive range of legal services. Swendson looks forward to assisting you with your legal needs.

Legal Issues

Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
  • Asset Protection
  • Probate and Trust Administration

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions
Federal District - Eastern Wisconsin Jurdictions
Federal District - Eastern Wisconsin
Since 1975
US Tax Court Jurdictions
US Tax Court
Since 1983
7th Circuit Jurdictions
7th Circuit
Since 1975
U.S. Supreme Court Jurdictions
U.S. Supreme Court
Since 1978
Wisconsin Jurdictions
Wisconsin
Since 1973
Experience
  • President
    Swendson/Fey Law Ltd.
    1983
  • Partner
    Johnson, Brendemuehl, Swendson & Georgeson
    1974
  • Associate
    Arthur, Tomlinson, Gillman & Tracers, S.C.
    1973
Education
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Education School Logo
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
M.A. | Taxation/Accounting
Graduation year: 1989
University of Wisconsin Law School Education School Logo
University of Wisconsin Law School
J.D. | Law
Graduation year: 1970
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Lawrence University Education School Logo
Lawrence University
B.A. | Economics
Graduation year: 1970
Associations
WealthCounsel Advisors Professional Association
WealthCounsel Advisors
has membership
2008 - Current
WealthCounsel Professional Association
WealthCounsel
has membership
2006 - Current
St. Jerome Catholic Church Professional Association
St. Jerome Catholic Church
Pro Bono Legal Counsel
1998 - Current
National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers Professional Association
National Academy of Elder Law Lawyers
has membership
1996 - Current
Holy Hill Professional Association
Holy Hill
Pro Bono Legal Advisor
1994 - Current
Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Waukesha County Bar Association Professional Association
Estate Planning and Probate Section of the Waukesha County Bar Association
Co-founder and Board has membership
1986 - Current
Waukesha County Bar Association Professional Association
Waukesha County Bar Association
has membership
1974 - Current
Wisconsin State Bar
                        
                                                     # 1015584 Professional Association
Wisconsin State Bar  # 1015584
has membership
1973 - Current
American Bar Association Professional Association
American Bar Association
has membership
1973 - Current
Village of Lac La Belle Professional Association
Village of Lac La Belle
President
2009 - 2012
Village of Lac La Belle Professional Association
Village of Lac La Belle
Planning Commission
1988 - 2012
Village of Lac La Belle Professional Association
Village of Lac La Belle
Trustee
2007 - 2009
Office of Lawyer Regulation District 6 Professional Association
Office of Lawyer Regulation District 6
Investigative committee
2003 - 2009
St. Jerome Catholic Church Professional Association
St. Jerome Catholic Church
Trustee
1998 - 2003
Sister House for Bettered Women Professional Association
Sister House for Bettered Women
Legal Advisor
1982 - 2000
Tax News Professional Association
Tax News
Board of Advisors
1983 - 1996
Town & Country YMCA Professional Association
Town & Country YMCA
Board of Directors
1989 - 1994
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tax Association Professional Association
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Tax Association
has membership
1984 - 1994
Costs
  • Retaines and Rates
    Our firm uses several billing methods including retainers, advanced fees, hourly billing, flat fees, success and contingency fees. Please contact us for further information.
Location
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