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Law Firm Overview

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In 1976, Margaret Stafford began a law firm. She limited her scope of practice to claims for Wisconsin worker's compensation benefits for injured workers, and claims for social security disability or SSI benefits. Since then, the firm has continued to grow. John Neal joined the firm in 1981, Greg Meyer in 1985 until his retirement in 2004, Helen Schott in 1991 and, most recently, Chuck Soule in 2004.

Delivering consistently strong representation in worker's compensation claims doesn't just happen. It is a result of personal commitment and years spent practicing in the field. Margaret, John, and Helen each have years of experience working as administrative law judges for the State of Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Division. Helen served for several years as Bureau Director of the Worker's Compensation Judges. John originated and continues to co-write the Worker's Compensation Handbook, published by the State Bar of Wisconsin, which is used by worker's compensation attorneys and judges across Wisconsin.

The firm has over 100 years of combined experience in Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Law. Margaret, John and Helen have all been listed for over 10 years as "Best Lawyers in America" for Worker's Compensation Law. In addition, have been awarded the highest peer rating for professional excellence and ethics by Martindale Hubbell.

Over the years, the Stafford & Neal attorneys have appeared as speakers for numerous worker's compensation seminars presented to lawyers, doctors and other medical professional, labor groups, and the University of Wisconsin Extension-School for Workers. They have also represented the interests of injured workers by appearing in front of various legislative committees. The attorneys are currently advisors to labor representatives on the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Advisory Council.

Today, 90% of the firm's work is representing injured workers in claims before the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Division. The remainder is representing claimants before the Social Security Administration.

What best describes the atmosphere of Stafford & Neal, S.C.? The firm operates in a friendly, informal yet professional atmosphere. The attorneys frequently consult with each other to produce the best results for their clients. Our clients find the attorneys at Stafford & Neal to be good listeners, aggressive in their work, and thorough in their preparation.

Areas of Practice

• Social Security -- Disability
• Workers' Compensation Law

Published Works

• Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Handbook, State Bar of Wisconsin, Fifth Edition, 2004

West Practice Categories

Social Security -- Disability, Workers' Compensation Law