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
Michael Best Attorneys Earn Recognition in The Best Lawyers in America 2027 List
Michael Best is proud to announce that 150 attorneys have been selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2027 list, with representation across 52 different practice areas across the nation. In addition, the firm is also excited to share that six attorneys have been named to the 2027 edition of the “Lawyer of the Year” list, which is a prestigious designation of a single lawyer in each specific practice area and location. 33 attorneys have also been named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027 list.Read
Aug 20, 2026
Key Changes to Milwaukee Metropolitan Builders Association (MBA) Home Construction Contract (2026 Update)
The Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee (“MBA”) recently released an updated version of its standard Home Construction Contract.Read
Jun 30, 2026
Real Estate Reversal: Wisconsin Supreme Court Overturns Koble Case on Residential Leasing
For approximately two years, Wisconsin residential landlords faced severe consequences if any of their residential leases violate the “Ten Commandments of Wisconsin Residential Leases” found in Wis. Stat. § 704.44 as a result of a Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruling known as Koble Investments v. Marquardt, 2024 WI App. 26.Read
Jun 5, 2026