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Over 60 Years Helping Workers & Families
Hawks Quindel has earned a reputation for championing the legal rights of workers, families, and labor unions. That mission is as important today as it was when we opened our doors in 1959.
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Our Commitments to You
We believe every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.Hawks Quindel’s mission is to create a more just world for people who have been injured or wronged. We are passionate about our work, which is to help our clients recover from setbacks that affect their daily lives. Our skilled attorneys provide effective legal advocacy, finding solutions to challenging circumstances and courageously navigating the legal landscape on our clients’ behalf.
We believe the civil justice system exists to protect the injured or wronged, regardless of the amount of money or power possessed by a wrongdoer, and consider it our job to right the wrongs suffered by our clients. We work for you.
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Hawks Quindel attorneys offer legal experience and expertise to cover Wisconsin workers and families through the full arc of their work and personal lives. Click any of the areas below to learn more.
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What Our Clients Say About Us
“happy with our settlement”
Bill Parsons and Brook Tylka and the rest of the staff from Hawks Quindel were very helpful with our case. They kept me up to date on the progress of my claim from the very beginning. After our first conciliation, we felt very confident we had the right attorney to... Read More
Bill Parsons and Brook Tylka and the rest of the staff from Hawks Quindel were very helpful with our case. They kept me up to date on the progress of my claim from the very beginning. After our first conciliation, we felt very confident we had the right attorney to handle our case. They got us more than we expected and they made sure we were happy with our settlement. If we or anyone we know needs an attorney, this group is the right choice, hands down! Thank you again, Hawks Quindel, you did an excellent job!
“a practice someone can trust”
Hawks and Quindel are an amazing law firm to deal with. It’s a scary time and everyone there puts you at rest that they have your best interest at heart. They never make you feel like you are bothering them and they kept me in the loop with answers before... Read More
Hawks and Quindel are an amazing law firm to deal with. It’s a scary time and everyone there puts you at rest that they have your best interest at heart. They never make you feel like you are bothering them and they kept me in the loop with answers before I even had them. It is definitely a practice someone can trust. I definitely recommend them whole heartedly!!
“thoroughness, patience, and insight”
I can’t praise Aaron Halstead and Connor Clegg enough for their work on my legal matter. I especially appreciated their thoroughness, patience, and insight. They were always responsive to my questions. They helped me navigate a challenging workplace issue and obtain a good outcome. I would and do recommend them. Read More
I can’t praise Aaron Halstead and Connor Clegg enough for their work on my legal matter. I especially appreciated their thoroughness, patience, and insight. They were always responsive to my questions. They helped me navigate a challenging workplace issue and obtain a good outcome. I would and do recommend them.
“highly recommend seeking the services of this firm”
During this very difficult time, the staff at Hawks and Quindel kept me reassured and informed every step of the way. I had the pleasure of working with Attorneys Jessa Victor and Brook Tylka. Jessa, Brook, Matt, and Hadley, thank you for all of your hard work, professionalism and compassion!... Read More
During this very difficult time, the staff at Hawks and Quindel kept me reassured and informed every step of the way. I had the pleasure of working with Attorneys Jessa Victor and Brook Tylka. Jessa, Brook, Matt, and Hadley, thank you for all of your hard work, professionalism and compassion! I highly recommend seeking the services of this firm.
“my case was won”
From our first phone call with Donnie Malchow, we knew we'd found the right person to help us. I had filed for disability and been denied. He was willing to walk beside us and thoroughly explain the entire process (lasted over a year and a half) and expectations (gave us... Read More
From our first phone call with Donnie Malchow, we knew we'd found the right person to help us. I had filed for disability and been denied. He was willing to walk beside us and thoroughly explain the entire process (lasted over a year and a half) and expectations (gave us the worst case to best case scenarios very clearly). With Donnie's help, as of Thursday's court hearing, my case was won.
“I would wholeheartedly recommend HQ”
I had another law firm representing me on a non-compete, and when it became clear that I needed new representation, I reached out to Hawks Quindel. Aaron Bibb took my case and he represented me extremely well to an agreeable resolution of the case, and costs were extremely reasonable and... Read More
I had another law firm representing me on a non-compete, and when it became clear that I needed new representation, I reached out to Hawks Quindel. Aaron Bibb took my case and he represented me extremely well to an agreeable resolution of the case, and costs were extremely reasonable and fair. I would wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Bibb and HQ for all of your employee-side labor disputes. I can't imagine a better firm in Madison to do so.
“went above and beyond”
Attorney Halstead and his team went above and beyond to not only win my case, but because of certain circumstances I had going on, they did everything they could to help and rush the settlement through. They were always quick at responding to emails and phone calls with questions I... Read More
Attorney Halstead and his team went above and beyond to not only win my case, but because of certain circumstances I had going on, they did everything they could to help and rush the settlement through. They were always quick at responding to emails and phone calls with questions I had or updates with the case. I would recommend them to anyone.
“I highly suggest this firm”
I can't imagine using any other firm after having Hawks Quindel, they were so knowledgeable and experienced but yet so down to earth to talk with. They kept me informed every step of the way and always answered when I had a question. What a staff, so many great people,... Read More
I can't imagine using any other firm after having Hawks Quindel, they were so knowledgeable and experienced but yet so down to earth to talk with. They kept me informed every step of the way and always answered when I had a question. What a staff, so many great people, I can't say enough about each and every one of them! I couldn't be happier with the outcome, I highly suggest this firm!!!
“empathy, intelligence, and professionalism”
I reside in New Mexico but drove a semi-truck coast to coast for an unscrupulous trucking company out of Wisconsin. This logistics company harassed, bullied lied and discriminated against me, keeping my earned wages, and leaving me in a financial hole. Devastated I called and left a message for the... Read More
I reside in New Mexico but drove a semi-truck coast to coast for an unscrupulous trucking company out of Wisconsin. This logistics company harassed, bullied lied and discriminated against me, keeping my earned wages, and leaving me in a financial hole. Devastated I called and left a message for the Wisconsin location of Hawks Quindel. The following day I got a return call from Forrest Stewart (associate attorney Hawks Quindel ) who listened to my experience with empathy, intelligence, and professionalism. After gathering some information, and developing a strategic plan He went to battle on my behalf. Throughout the entire process, Forrest communicated with me, kept me updated and made me feel like my case was the most important one in his office. He was courteous, professional, logical, and direct. A powerful, skilled negotiator who innately knew when to stay silent and when to make noise. I am in awe of the way he navigated the situation to achieve an outcome that best suited me and my situation. That employer took a great deal from me. Forrest not only forced them to return the funds(plus some) he was able to return the most important thing my employer had stolen from me…my faith in people.
“people treat you like family”
Top notch law firm Jacob and Natalie were my 2 attorneys that represented me on both of my cases? They did a fantastic job. Speaking up for me as they do for thousands of people and especially the little guys down-to-earth, people treat you like family, these people are godsons.
“Way beyond my expectations”
Many thanks from my family to all of you at the firm!!! Hawks Quindel, S.C. is the only place I would consider for LTD, disability, SSDI, ERISA, EEOC, DRoW legal help!! Jessa Victor and her team got me all the answers and results when I didn't think it was possible!!!... Read More
Many thanks from my family to all of you at the firm!!! Hawks Quindel, S.C. is the only place I would consider for LTD, disability, SSDI, ERISA, EEOC, DRoW legal help!! Jessa Victor and her team got me all the answers and results when I didn't think it was possible!!! God bless all of you!!! During my first call with Jessa and Forrest, I knew they were the right ones to help me. I could immediately tell I was finally being heard. Jessa took the time during that very first call to give me as much info as I was willing to absorb. She was compassionate, patient, and direct. She was exact in her explanation and laid everything out to me with timelines and expectations. The entire process with her team and the firm has been transparent and prompt! Way beyond my expectations!! Many thanks again Jessa, Forrest, Matt, and Hadley for all that you have done for my family!! I may never be 100% physically, but you definitely made me whole again so I can move on with my new life!!
“His team were patient and professional”
I had the pleasure of being represented by Aaron N. Halstead, Shareholder, on my discrimination case. His team were patient and professional. I would highly recommend this firm for the professionalism and efficiency for working through my case.
“If there were 10 stars”
If there were 10 stars I would give them that. There are not enough words to express my gratitude for Aaron, Ben and their team. I felt strong with them behind me. Exceeded expectations is an understatement.
“wonderful to work with”
I had mauve she was wonderful to work with! She helped me with my long battle to get SSI and SSDI. Which thankfully I now have! She's a delight and really helps boost anyone's confidents.
“Extremely knowledgeable”
I had an incredible experience regarding my workers compensation case with Jakob Feltham! It was my first workers compensation case (*or first case ever), and I didn't know anything about the legalities surrounding my issue, or what I was entitled to? Jake Feltham had ALL my answers, and made it... Read More
I had an incredible experience regarding my workers compensation case with Jakob Feltham! It was my first workers compensation case (*or first case ever), and I didn't know anything about the legalities surrounding my issue, or what I was entitled to? Jake Feltham had ALL my answers, and made it feel easy to find success through him! Extremely knowledgeable, helpful, considerate, and polite in all our dealings. A pleasure to work with, yet extremely competent and optimally effective as my legal council! If you have a case, he'll find it! A many thanks to attorney Jakob Feltham (& paralegal Connor Polydoroff)! I was referred to Hawks/Quindel law firm from a friend that also had a very positive outcome with their firm on his disability case. I would like to personally thank them, and gratefully and proudly be put on that list of very satisfied clients! I would most definitely recommend Hawks/Quindel as a first choice when considering a law firm to handle your worker's compensation, disability, or worker's rights legal case.
“I’m happy with the work they did”
They were extremely responsive and good at communication throughout the process. They were accommodating of my disability and explained things well, taking time to answer all my questions. I'm happy with the work they did. Felt like I really had people on my side during a confusing and difficult time.
“consistently responsive and professional”
My recent experience with Hawk Quindel, and in particular with John Leppanen in the Milwaukee office. He, was extremely valuable. The support/intake staff responded quickly to my initial inquiry, and John was responsive and made time soon after our initial contact to begin work on my case. John was able... Read More
My recent experience with Hawk Quindel, and in particular with John Leppanen in the Milwaukee office. He, was extremely valuable. The support/intake staff responded quickly to my initial inquiry, and John was responsive and made time soon after our initial contact to begin work on my case. John was able to provide valuable legal advisory including contract review, contextual legal "read" on language, and negotiation positioning. John is clearly bright and well-versed in his areas of legal expertise, and was adept at getting up to speed quickly on the matter at hand. He was consistently responsive and professional, and brought great insights to the matter for which I was needing legal expertise and advisory. I hope to not need legal services repeatedly in my life, however in the event I should again, my first call for matters in the state of Wisconsin will be to John Leppanen and the legal team at Hawks Quindel. Highly Recommend.
“the best lawyers, trustworthy”
Excellent people, the best lawyers, trustworthy, always seeking the best results in the shortest possible time. I highly recommend them.
“Very Helpful”
Eze the intake coordinator was awesome, very helpful and connected me with the right people to help with my situation! Thank you Eze!
“Had My Back”
In 2010, I returned home from my second deployment. In 2012, I was told by the VA I couldn’t return to the job I was working at. It is now 2019, and through 7 years of needing legal representation, Hawks had my back through 3 separate issues: short term disability,... Read More
In 2010, I returned home from my second deployment. In 2012, I was told by the VA I couldn’t return to the job I was working at. It is now 2019, and through 7 years of needing legal representation, Hawks had my back through 3 separate issues: short term disability, social security disability, and a class action, wage and hour lawsuit. They batted a 100%, winning all three.
“Best Decision”
I really don’t know how to put this in words to express how happy, satisfied, and really just overwhelmed with a sense of justice being handed out on my behalf. This big corporate work comp insurer treated me wrong, but before I decided to give up I contacted Hawks Quindel,... Read More
I really don’t know how to put this in words to express how happy, satisfied, and really just overwhelmed with a sense of justice being handed out on my behalf. This big corporate work comp insurer treated me wrong, but before I decided to give up I contacted Hawks Quindel, and it was the best decision I’ve made in a long time. Taking on these giant insurance corporations can be very intimidating, but I had an amazing team of lawyers on my side and I came out on top.
“Highly Recommend”
The attorneys at Hawks Quindel worked tirelessly on my behalf. They were transparent at every step of the way, and answered any questions I had directly and in ways that someone without a legal background could easily understand. Although I would highly recommend them to anyone who is potentially facing... Read More
The attorneys at Hawks Quindel worked tirelessly on my behalf. They were transparent at every step of the way, and answered any questions I had directly and in ways that someone without a legal background could easily understand. Although I would highly recommend them to anyone who is potentially facing an employment discrimination case, I have no doubt Hawks Quindel would handle all types of cases with the same determination and focus that they handled mine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer free consultations?
When you contact our office, our intake team will interview you to get the specifics of your situation. That information is then shared with our attorneys, who review the information to initially evaluate the claim. Often, after reviewing the information, the attorney will offer a free consultation to further evaluate the claim and potentially offer representation. However, a free consultation is not offered in every instance.
What are the first steps in the process with Hawks Quindel?
To begin the process, please contact Hawks Quindel via phone or by using our Contact Form. An intake specialist will request some basic information from you, such as your name and employer, as well as the facts involved in the dispute, or a statement outlining the reason for contacting our firm. The intake specialist will also obtain your preferred contact information. Once this information has been collected, the details of your situation will be shared with our attorneys.
How long could my case take?
The timeline for each case varies based on the needs and complexities of the case. If there are time constraints that you think impact your claim, you should feel free to advise our intake specialist so that our attorneys can take that under consideration in reviewing your intake information.
Do you offer virtual meetings and in-person meetings?
Yes, our lawyers are happy to meet with you in person, by phone, or virtually. We know you are dealing with a difficult situation and we are committed to making the process as easy as possible. Just let us know your preference when setting up a meeting.
Once I reach out, how quickly will the firm get back to me?
Your legal matter is important to us. You should expect to hear back from our office within one-to-two business days of contacting us.
What should I come to my first meeting with?
This can vary on a case-by-case basis. However, once our attorneys have reviewed your initial intake information, either the attorney or a staff member will be in touch to discuss if there are any documents that they need to review at their first meeting with you.
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We are here to help you resolve your legal problem as quickly, effectively, and successfully as possible. Please call or email us to begin the conversation. Before you contact us, please review the following important information:
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- Before we agree to represent you, we must first investigate and confirm that we have no conflict of interest.
- Before we agree to represent you, we cannot ensure the secrecy and confidentiality of any private, confidential, or privileged information that you send us by email.
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When Wisconsin workers and families face legal issues, they deserve support from experienced local attorneys who approach each client with professionalism, empathy, and determination.
Our Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, Appleton, and Waukesha attorneys fight for the legal rights of workers, labor unions, and injured individuals. With our attorneys at your side, you can move forward with confidence and peace of mind.
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