Leadership

Message From the President

Ruder Ware strives to be the leading law firm in the markets we serve.  Though our geographic focus is the northern half of Wisconsin, our reach is worldwide through our affiliation with Meritas, an international network of select law firms.  Ruder Ware is the largest Wisconsin law firm headquartered north of Madison. 

We exist for our clients-our success is dependent upon their success.  Through the evolution of the firm, our commitment to provide responsive, high-quality legal services to both businesses and individuals has remained steadfast.  Our client-centric approach has encouraged the diversification and development of practices designed to more completely meet the needs of our clients.  Ruder Ware’s blend of services is unique in both depth and breadth, making our firm a single source for your legal needs. 

Our attorney team, consisting of over forty attorneys, is capable of handling transactions ranging from simple to complex with professional integrity and an unwavering client focus.  Shaped by precedent and the impact of our firm founders, we focus on providing effective and informed legal counsel. 

Board of Directors & Practice Group Chairs

	Lon E. Roberts Director President		G. Lane Ware Chairman
	Mark J. Bradley Director President Elect		Dean R. Dietrich Chair, Employment, Labor & Benefits Practice Group
	James F. Harrington Director Chair, Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group		Joseph R. Mirr Director
	Randi L. Osberg  Director		Matthew D. Rowe Director Chair, Business Transactions Practice Group
	Daniel J. Rupar Chair, Trusts & Estates Practice Group		Mary Ellen Schill Director