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Find Employment Lawyers in Appleton, WI

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15 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Appleton, WI
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Showing 15 employment lawyers in Appleton, WI Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Tusler Law
207 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 749-0400 tuslerlaw.com
Herrling Clark Law Firm
800 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 739-7366 herrlingclark.com
Sigman, Janssen, Sewall, Pitz & Burkham
303 S Memorial Dr, Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 260-4528 sigmanlegal.com
Bollenbeck Law, S.C.
W6260 Communication Ct, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 735-1711 bollenbecklaw.com
McCarty Law LLP
2401 E Enterprise Ave, Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 882-4070 mccartylaw.com
Brian Hodgkiss Injury Lawyers
330 W College Ave Suite 200, Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 228-8355 bankonbrian.com
Amundsen Davis, LLC
2800 E Enterprise Ave STE 333, Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 996-0000 amundsendavislaw.com
Sam Bomier Law, LLC
15 Park Pl Suite 300, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 404-2050 sambomierlaw.com
Attorney Rachel Fitzgerald
304 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 486-1525 rachelfitzgeraldlaw.com
Walcheske & Luzi, LLC
4321 W College Ave #200, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 757-2440 walcheskeluzi.com
Gill & Gill. S.C.
501 S Nicolet Rd, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 739-1107 gillemploymentlaw.com
Cross Law Firm, S.C.
513 W College Ave Suite 420 (H, Appleton, WI 54911
(414) 616-3229 crosslawfirm.com
Hawks Quindel, S.C.
54 Park Pl #400, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 931-2560 hq-law.com
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.
100 W Lawrence St, Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 830-2800 gklaw.com
DVG Law Partner LLC
4321 W College Ave #200, Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 757-2488 dvglawpartner.com

What Does a Employment Lawyer in Appleton Cost?

Employment lawyers in Wisconsin typically charge hourly rates between 200 and 500 dollars per hour. Some lawyers offer free initial consultations. Contingency fee arrangements are common for discrimination and wrongful termination cases where the lawyer takes a percentage of the settlement usually 33 to 40 percent. Flat fees may be available for simple contract reviews or severance negotiations. Costs vary by case complexity and location. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time limit to file an employment claim in Wisconsin?
For discrimination claims under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act you have 300 days from the violation to file with the Wisconsin Equal Rights Division. For federal claims under Title VII you have 180 days. Wage claims under Wisconsin wage and hour laws must be filed within two years.
Can I be fired for any reason in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin is an at-will employment state meaning you can be fired for any reason that is not illegal. However you cannot be fired based on race gender age disability religion or other protected classes. You also cannot be fired for reporting illegal activity or exercising your rights under labor laws.
What damages can I recover in an employment lawsuit in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin you may recover back pay front pay emotional distress damages and attorney fees. For discrimination cases punitive damages are capped based on employer size. Wage claims can recover unpaid wages plus liquidated damages equal to the amount owed.