For over 170 years, Bell, Moore & Richter S.C. has provided clear, results-driven legal representation for insurance and medical companies, policy holders, and individual clients across Wisconsin. We are proud to be a majority women-owned law firm.
About our firmWhile lawyers in many firms talk about being "litigators," our trial lawyers actually try cases and handle appeals, with great success. Our particular strengths are defense of general liability, medical malpractice, professional liability and municipal claims as well as business litigation. You can trust our trial experience and reputation for success in state and federal courts to provide effective and vigorous advocacy when trial is necessary, as well as leverage when settlement negotiations are appropriate.
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Learn MoreThe later years of life often are accompanied by their own set of legal complexities. Whether you are currently navigating important care decisions or planning for the future, our attorneys can help guide you and provide counsel on the use of wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, powers of attorney for health care, living wills, buy-sell agreements, limited partnerships, and other available means to assist you in developing a customized plan that will meet your specific estate planning goals.
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Meet the attorneys and staff of BMR. While we are regularly recognized by our peers on lists of the midwest's top attorneys, our biggest rewards are the relationships we build with our clients.
Jury Appreciation: Recognizing Citizens Who Preserve Our Rights, by Jay D. Jerde in the State Bar of Wisconsin - Inside Track, September 23, 2026 publication. Patricia Putney talks on this topic. (See attached link.)
Bell, Moore & Richter, S.C. is pleased to announce that Edward J. Minser has become a director at the firm. We are very excited to have him in this role.
Law.com journalist, Alyssa Acquino, gives an analysis on Pro Se use of Artificial Intelligence in its July 16, 2026 publication. Patricia Putney has a few words on this topic. (See attached link.)