- Divorce
- Guardianship
- Criminal DefenseRizzo & Diersen, S.C. is dedicated to helping people faced with criminal charges. We have been a part of the Kenosha County, WI community for over twenty years and are well-established in Racine, Lake Geneva, and Burlington. We routinely handle a wide variety of criminal matters. We understand that every case is unique and every client deserves an attorney that will take the time to understand the particular circumstances involved in their situation. We pride ourselves on being available to our clients twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
- DUI/DWIIf you have been charged with drunk driving in Southeastern Wisconsin, then you need a team of lawyers that will mount a vigorous DUI defense (driving under the influence) or OWI defense.
- Wrongful DeathMost personal injury lawyers charge no attorney fee unless they obtain a settlement of a favorable judgment from the court. The fee comes out of the settlement. For most of our cases (auto accidents, personal injury, wrongful death and more), our attorney fee is only one-third of the total amount we recover. In addition, we will advance all necessary costs on our cases (including, but not limited to, court costs, medical record charges, depositions, filing fees, etc.).
- Traffic ViolationsIf you have been stopped for drunk driving, speeding, reckless driving or any other traffic violation in southeastern Wisconsin, or were in a car accident and need legal assistance, contact the traffic attorneys at Rizzo & Diersen. We are here to help with experienced legal representation on behalf of clients accused of a traffic violation and facing traffic fines. We also handle the reduction of value claims for vehicles that have substantially decreased in value following an accident. Contact us today.  You can even submit your ticket to us online to dispute without even having to pick up the phone. Try it today!
- FraudWhite-collar crimes got their name from the fact that they can be committed by persons that look honest, maybe hold decent jobs in the community, and don’t dirty their hands to commit their crimes. While violent crimes have always been a prime target for law and order types, white-collar crime in the wake of corporate scandals like Enron and WorldCom are growing in prosecution due to public outcry. Before you become a scapegoat and take the fall for all the people perceived as being the problem with corporate America, you should consult with a lawyer. You need an advocate who is not afraid to tackle the complex issues involved in prosecutions involving accounting or bank fraud, on-line and computer-based crimes, corporate fraud, insurance, and health care fraud, money laundering and RICO violations.
- RobberyAt Rizzo & Diersen, S.C., we handle a wide variety of state charges involving violent crimes such as arson, assault, battery, burglary, car-jacking, homicide, kidnapping, manslaughter, murder, robbery, and sex-based offenses. Many of these types of offenses are “three-strike” offenses, meaning that the third conviction for a violation can mean the permanent loss of your freedom. When it comes to something that serious, you need the best representation you can get.
- BurglaryTaking property that does not belong to you, no matter how you do it, or how you try to justify it, is a crime. The severity of that crime varies depending on the amount of property involved and the manner in which you take it. These types of crimes ranging from obtaining property by false pretense, larceny, burglary or embezzlement. They can include such crimes as grand theft auto, dealing in stolen property and passing worthless checks.
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- Embezzlement
- Assault
- Murder
- Juvenile Crimes
- HomicideIf you have been arrested for a DUI/OWI causing death, sometimes called vehicular homicide, put our experience to work for you. If retained to handle your case, we will aggressively challenge the prosecution’s theory of the case. To speak with a Wisconsin DUI and OWI defense lawyer, call Rizzo & Diersen today or contact us by e-mail.
- Arson
- Money Laundering
- Kidnapping
- ManslaughterSome driving offenses such as speeding tickets and parking tickets may be minor. Many, however, are serious. Driving while revoked or suspended could lead to losing driving privileges for years, and even jail time. This could affect your work and family life. DUI / DWI arrests are of course, very serious, and prosecutors are treating the crime more harshly all the time. At the same time, legislatures are lowering the legal drinking and driving limits and passing stiffer sentencing laws. If you refuse to be tested for blood alcohol concentration, you could also have your license revoked. Hit and run accidents can result in a lost license and jail time. Vehicular manslaughter could lead to a long prison term.
- Hit and Run
- Corporate LawAs businesses grow, a well-formed legal strategy is critical to your success. The Business Attorneys at Rizzo & Diersen are experienced in corporate law and commercial law. More importantly, we seek to develop a complete understanding of your business, vision and legal needs over the long-term. You can count on Rizzo & Diersen to assist you and your management team with an array of legal services including...
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Business FormationA critical legal decision in business formation is selecting the legal structure and preparation of related documentation. The business attorneys at Rizzo & Diersen have helped thousands of new companies over the years. Put our experience to work for you when dealing with any of these new business startup issues...
- Business DisputesBusiness law is a key element of Rizzo & Diersen’s practice. From business company formation to business termination, our business attorneys will guide you through a wide variety of situations and changes in your business.
- Limited Liability Companies
- Trade Secrets
- Wrongful TerminationFrom wrongful discharge to workplace testing, the labor law attorneys at Rizzo & Diersen are here to help. We can assist with a wide range of employment law issues, including...
- Employment DiscriminationComplaints about employment discrimination, harassment, hostile work environment, and wrongful termination are usually handled by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD). The DWD does an investigation of every complaint and then decides whether or not there is “probable cause†to believe discrimination happened. If there is probable cause, the case then goes to a trial before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The ALJ may even want additional written arguments that usually require a detailed understanding of complex legal concepts.
- Non-compete Agreement
- Severance Agreement
- Sexual Harassment
- Real Estate LitigationWhen real estate deals go wrong or some aspects of the transaction are in dispute, Rizzo & Diersen will help. Unlike many real estate firms, our transactional practice is paired with a highly successful litigation practice. We will aggressively represent your interest in any dispute. Whether it is the terms of a purchase agreement or a breach of duty by a broker, our attorneys possess the experience and skill to advocate your position and achieve the best possible outcome. In addition to the buying and selling of real estate, our firm litigates all types of real estate disputes. We represent the interest of both buyers and sellers, as well as brokers and lenders, should a dispute arise. Contact us when you have real estate concerns and need to protect your legal interests.
- Premises Liability
- Real Estate TransactionsOur real estate experience makes us ideally suited to represent individual buyers and sellers. In a time when more and more private individuals are conducting real estate sales without the help of a licensed broker, quality legal guidance is especially important. Our firm ensures that your real estate documents follow all legal principles regarding the sale, and the transaction is closed with your best interest in mind. As part of our services, we will assist from the time negotiations commence to closing and past closing concerns. Contact us to set up an appointment at any of our three convenient locations.
- Land Use and Zoning
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesWe are a comprehensive real estate law firm, handling all transactional matters surrounding commercial real estate deals, while aggressively litigating any disputes that arise. Our experienced attorneys will fully treat your real estate issue with the priority it deserves. Rizzo & Diersen also drafts, negotiates and litigates commercial lease matters from the landlord and tenant side. Please call any of our three convenient locations.
- Property DamagePersonal injury is defined as an injury to one’s body, mind, or emotions – as opposed to property damage. You can seek compensation through the court system when an injury or death is the result of negligence. The types of cases that often lead to the need for legal representation from our Kenosha personal injury lawyers include...
- Personal InjuryA traumatic personal injury can disrupt your life completely – the uncertainty of change, along with the fear of what the future will hold for you and your family. The questions, the stress, and the bills only multiply with time. Only time will bring answers. But for most of us, time is a luxury we don’t have or can’t afford.
- Medical Malpractice
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilitySocial Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) pays benefits to you and certain members of your family if you are “insured,” meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes.
- Dog Bites
- Disability Discrimination
- Estate PlanningProper estate planning and asset distribution before death can help the whole family. If this is done properly, an elderly person can receive the full value of Medicaid and Medicare benefits, and can also preserve assets for an estate to benefit children and future generations. Children of parents who are under home care, or in nursing homes or other assisted living arrangements, should make sure their parents are receiving all the benefits to which they are entitled. Visit our Estate Planning page to learn more.
- WillsWe desire to help you accomplish all of your life planning goals. Advance directives, living wills, and health care proxies are just a few of the tools available to provide for a secure future. When needed, we can work with your financial representatives to coordinate a plan to secure your future and the future of your loved ones. Contact us with any questions.
- TrustsThe importance of superior legal advice for executors of estates and trustees of trusts cannot be overstated. Rizzo & Diersen, S.C. handles a wide range of legal matters of interest to private clients involving tax-sensitive estate planning and estate administration, trust administration, charitable gift planning, advice for charitable organizations and related planning and litigation matters. Clients served by our group include individuals, closely-held businesses, charitable organizations, and private client service group of financial institutions.
- Power of AttorneyIf you have the responsibility of performing the duties of Power of Attorney or acting as a Guardian for an elderly parent, relative or friend, you’ll want the comfort of knowing that all legal and financial matters are in order. The Elder Law attorneys of Rizzo & Diersen are available to advise you on your responsibilities and review and update as needed. Contact us to set up an appointment at any of our three convenient locations.
- Probate
- BankruptcyClaiming bankruptcy can be the second chance you deserve. New bankruptcy laws are designed to protect your rights and assets in cases of insolvency. When filing personal bankruptcy — whether Chapter 7, Chapter 11 or Chapter 13 — your team at Rizzo & Diersen will be with you at every step. You will not be alone when you file bankruptcy. Our bankruptcy attorneys will prepare all necessary documents for each bankruptcy proceeding. They will attend all meetings and hearings throughout the case. In addition, our attorneys and other professionals will communicate with every creditor who has questions about the bankruptcy proceeding all the way through to bankruptcy discharge. Please email us with any questions.
- ForeclosureHome foreclosures remain at high levels. Many hardworking families are trying to save their homes. The attorneys at Rizzo & Diersen can assist with Consumer Bankruptcy Protection and aggressive foreclosure prevention. We can even help reinstate your mortgage if home foreclosure is initiated. If you are having trouble paying your mortgage, contact us today.
- Tax LawRizzo & Diersen, SC provides advice and assistance to clients on a variety of federal, state, local and international tax matters. We structure transactions on a tax-efficient basis, counsel clients on tax planning opportunities and offer counsel in a variety of other areas. Our clients include individuals, small businesses and entrepreneurial start-up businesses. In addition, we represent clients before governmental agencies and courts in both federal and state tax controversies.
- Debt Collection