Lawyer Overview

Emily is an enthusiastic representative of our clients' interests. She brings persistence and an ability to think creatively to her work on behalf of children and families. Emily believes in thorough planning to help her clients prepare for life's turns, both now and in the future. She has a special interest in LGBT and international issues.

Education

Emily earned her law degree cum laude from Tulane University Law School in 2005. She earned her B.A. in political science summa cum laude from Arizona State University in 2000 where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa.

During law school, Emily externed for Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson of the Wisconsin Supreme Court and clerked for the Honorable Judge Sarah S. Vance of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. She also participated in Tulane Law School's Cuban Detainee Program and was the panel chair of the Small Claims Court Arbitration Program in the City of New Orleans.

Personal

Emily enjoys international travel, hiking and photography. She also enjoys playing the piano and flute, and spending time with her husband, Kyland, and their dog, Oliver. Emily is on the board of directors of Domestic Abuse Intervention Services.

Areas of Practice

• Wills and Estates
• International Adoption
• LGBT Family Law

West Practice Categories

Gay & Lesbian Rights, Elder Law, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Appointment, Trusts, Wills, Family Law, Adoption, Childrens' Rights

Professional Associations and Memberships

• Wisconsin Bar Association
• Domestic Abuse Intervention Services

Education

• Tulane Law School, New Orleans, Louisiana, 2005
  Honors: cum laude
• Arizona State University, 2000
  Honors: summa cum laude
  Honors: Phi Beta Kappa

Address

450 S Yellowstone Drive
Madison, WI 53719-1068

Phones

(608) 821-8214

Faxes

(608) 821-8201

Emails

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Websites

http://www.Law4Kids.com
http://www.lgbtfamilylaw.com