- Divorce
- Child SupportPlacement refers to the time that the children spend with each parent. A family law attorney can discuss the implications of various placement arrangements, and how it may impact child support.
- Child Custody and VisitationIn the State of Wisconsin, child custody refers to the parents' ability to make major decisions for their children including medical treatment, religious upbringing, and education. It is most common for parents to have joint legal custody, meaning that both parents must make major decisions together or have a court rule on a decision if they are unable to agree.
- Adoption
- Paternity
- Spousal SupportThe family law attorneys of Herrick & Hart help people resolve issues related to divorce, child placement and custody, financial concerns such as property division, and maintenance, or alimony.
- Criminal DefenseThe criminal law attorneys of Herrick & Hart, S.C. help individuals through the criminal justice process. Herrick & Hart attorneys take on all criminal cases that are filed in State or Federal court.
- DUI/DWIMr. Heit is often called upon to serve as a speaker at legal seminars. He has spoken on the issues of dog bites, helping the injured through the drunk driving process, medical records, the rules of evidence and many other topics. He has even been asked to moderate questions to a group of judges at a live event.
- Wrongful DeathMeet our specialists in the areas of personal injury, including injury as a result of defective products, animal bites or attacks, slips/ falls, wrongful death, and more.
- Sex Crimes
- Burglary
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsJay Heit, a partner at Herrick & Hart, was interviewed on WQOW regarding the legality of NCAA Final Four brackets and illegal gambling. The making of an illegal bet is a Class B misdemeanor in the State of Wisconsin.
- Drug Crimes
- Assault
- Homicide
- Business DisputesThe Law Offices of Herrick & Hart provide comprehensive business and commercial law services to entrepreneurs, small businesses, and established companies in northwestern Wisconsin. We are the "legal department" for many businesses in the Chippewa Valley area. View More Business Law Information
- Workers Compensation
- Non-compete Agreement
- Real Estate LitigationWe work with clients in appeals of civil cases, personal injury, family law, business matters, contract issues, insurance coverage issues, real estate matters, and criminal law. We have successfully worked with clients in numerous appeals in the Wisconsin Court of Appeals, the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. The lawyers of Herrick & Hart's Appellate Group are passionate in their quest for particulars of the facts and applicable law when a case is appealed. We can file an appeal on your behalf, or, defend an appeal filed by your opponent. Clients, and even other lawyers, turn to us to provide counsel or work on their appeal.
- Premises LiabilityPremises liability law involves the legal responsibilities of property owners and occupiers to prevent injuries to persons on their property. One of the most common causes of such injuries is a slip and fall, such as on an icy sidewalk, a loose or uneven stair tread, or a piece of debris or spilled liquid on the floor. Property owner liability varies depending on the rules where the injury occurred. An experienced personal injury lawyer at our firm can evaluate the strength of your premises liability claim and help you recover damages for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
- Construction Litigation
- Real Estate TransactionsOur commercial real estate attorneys provide legal advice and representation to businesses and individuals in all manner of commercial real estate transactions.
- Eminent Domain
- Easement
- Land Use and Zoning
- Property Damage
- Personal InjuryCar Collison cases require the help of a lawyer. In any car collision, energy is transferred from a vehicle to whatever it hits. The transfer of energy can cause significant personal injury. The law in the State of Wisconsin sets time limits as to a person can start a lawsuit. You should not hesitate to contact a lawyer. A lawyer can help you evaluate the accident to determine fault. A lawyer can also provide advice as to what types of damages are recoverable under the law.
- Medical MalpracticeUnfortunately, recent changes to medical malpractice law in the State of Wisconsin have made it more difficult for injured patients due to medical malpractice to receive compensation.
- Dog BitesJay Heit recently presented a national seminar for the National Business Institute The seminar was on the topic of dog bites. The seminar was presented live. If you are interested in watching the seminar, it can be purchased for viewing.
- Estate Planning
- Power of Attorney
- ProbateThe estate planning attorneys of Herrick & Hart, S.C. provide comprehensive estate planning and probate services to individuals and families.
- Foreclosure