My Why
What powers my practice
As a kid, I always knew I wanted to be a lawyer. Later, I discovered a passion for real estate and construction—fields where legal work translates into tangible results that shape communities. I’m driven by the opportunity to help clients navigate complexity and deliver outcomes that clearly benefit the places we live and work. Above all, I’m passionate about seeing my clients’ projects come to life.
Credentials
- Case Western Reserve University School of Law, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2009
- University of Wisconsin - Madison, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and History, 2006, magna cum laude
- Wisconsin
- Attorney of the Year, Women in Construction, 2025
- Leading Construction Lawyer, Chambers USA, 2025-present
- Leading Real Estate Lawyer, Chambers USA, 2024-present
- Best Lawyers®, Women in the Law (Milwaukee, WI), Construction Law, and Real Estate Law, 2022-present
- Notable Women in Law, BizTimes Media, 2022
- Best Lawyers®, Construction Law; Real Estate Law, 2020-present
- The Midwest’s Best Lawyers©, Construction Law and Real Estate Law, 2021
- Up and Coming Lawyers, Wisconsin Law Journal, 2016
- Recipient, CALI Excellence for the Future Award
- Member, Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society
Engagement
- Member of Board of Directors, Milwaukee Bar Association
- Secretary and Member of Board of Directors, WCREW
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Wisconsin Bar Association
- Member, Commercial Association of Realtors – Wisconsin
- Member, Association of General Contractors
- Former President and Board Member, Momentum Milwaukee
- Former Member, Village of Hales Corners Building Board
- Former Member, Village of Hales Corners Board of Review
- Former Commissioner, Village of Hales Corners Police and Fire Commission
Insights
Federal Court Vacates New Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Rules (FinCEN) For Residential Real Estate Transfers
On March 19, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated FinCEN’s Anti‑Money Laundering Regulations for Residential Real Estate Transfers in its Memorandum Opinion and Order, Flowers Title Companies, LLC v. Bessent, No. 6:25-cv-127-JDK (E.D. Tex. Mar. 19, 2026), ruling that FinCEN exceeded its statutory authority under the Bank Secrecy Act.Read
Mar 24, 2026
New Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Rules for Residential Real Estate Transfers Now Effective March 1, 2026: What You Should Know
In residential real estate transactions, it is a common practice to convey property to an entity such as a trust, limited liability company, or corporation. This mechanism is (rightfully) seen by many as a way avoid personal liability or have proper asset protection for estate planning purposes.Read
Mar 10, 2026
Michael Best Announces Election of Eight to Equity Partnership
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP announces the elevation of eight partners to the firm’s Equity Partnership.Read
Feb 20, 2026