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O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Christina Ruud, Cate Heerey, Nancy Wilson, and Max Stephenson were elected as shareholders of the firm. Each attorney has built a strong practice within their respective areas. Ruud advises clients on commercial real estate transactions and development matters. Heerey counsels businesses and owners on a range of corporate […]

O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Sabrina Dornan has joined the firm. Dornan focuses her practice on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and business succession matters, assisting individuals and families in developing comprehensive estate plans and guiding clients through probate administration. She is licensed to practice law in Wisconsin and Illinois. O’Neil Cannon, founded […]

Grant Killoran was recently elected to serve as the Wisconsin State Delegate to the American Bar Association. State Delegates are elected by the ABA members in a given state and maintain relationships between state and local bars and the ABA. State Delegates serve as members of the ABA’s Nominating Committee and vote to elect ABA […]

O’Neil Cannon is proud to announce that attorneys Doug Dehler, Grant Killoran, Dean Laing, Greg Lyons, Patrick McBride, Joe Newbold, Steve Slawinski, and Christa Wittenberg have been selected as Benchmark Litigation Stars in the 19th edition of Benchmark Litigation. Based on extensive research and feedback from peers and clients, Benchmark Litigation Stars are recognized as […]

O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Nathan Eckley has joined the firm as a member of its Trust, Estates and Succession Planning Practice Group. Eckley brings more than 20 years of experience advising individuals, families, and closely held businesses on estate planning, trust and probate administration, real estate, and corporate matters. His practice spans […]

O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Greg Lyons has been selected for the 2025 Notable Litigators and Trial Attorneys list by BizTimes Milwaukee. Chosen from nominations across the region, Lyons was recognized for his leadership, litigation experience, and commitment to serving the Milwaukee community. The special section will appear in the print edition of BizTimes Milwaukee and online at […]

O’Neil Cannon is pleased to welcome Max Stephenson to its Family Law practice group. Stephenson helps clients navigate the legal and emotional complexities of family transitions, including divorce, child custody, paternity, post-judgment modifications, guardianships, and injunctions. Known for his approachable style and practical, personalized strategies, he also brings deep experience in LGBTQ+ family law. His […]

Each year, Super Lawyers surveys the State of Wisconsin’s 15,000 attorneys and judges, seeking to recognize the State’s top attorneys. Recently, Super Lawyers published its lists for 2025, which include the Top 10 Attorneys in Wisconsin, Top 50 Attorneys in Wisconsin, Top 25 Attorneys in Milwaukee, Super Lawyers (consisting of the top 5% of attorneys in Wisconsin), and Rising […]

O’Neil Cannon is pleased to announce that Karen Tidwall has joined the firm as a member of its Litigation Practice Group. A veteran litigator and trusted legal advisor with more than 30 years of experience, Tidwall represents businesses, individuals, fiduciaries, and government entities in complex civil matters. Her practice focuses on business and commercial disputes, […]

O’Neil Cannon has been recognized regionally in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers, in 18 practice areas, including a newly added category: Banking and Finance Law. Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Banking and Finance Law Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) Commercial Litigation Construction Law Corporate […]

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