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We’re excited to spotlight Jamie Konopacky and the extensive experience she brings to complex litigation as well as local, state, and federal regulatory matters. For nearly 15 years, Jamie has handled high-stakes administrative and civil litigation involving natural resources, land use, construction, and local and tribal governance. After graduating top of her class at the University of Wisconsin Law School, Jamie served as a law clerk for the Honorable Judge Carr of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Following the clerkship, Jamie gained invaluable experience in both Big Law and for boutique firms, while also completing a post-doctoral policy fellowship at Harvard Law School. She is known for her fierce advocacy, developing strategic, detail-oriented approaches to complex cases, and working closely with experts and interdisciplinary teams to drive results.
Learn more: hansenreynolds.com/attorneys/jamie-l-konopacky/
Andrew focuses his practice on complex, high-exposure civil litigation, bringing deep experience across a wide range of matters—from antitrust and construction to intellectual property, civil rights, and product liability. With a broad legal toolkit, he develops and executes tailored strategies at every stage of litigation, from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeal.
Learn more: hansenreynolds.com/attorneys/andrew-scarpace/
Matt Leno delivers practical, business-focused IP counsel—helping clients protect technology and develop right-sized portfolios. A former patent examiner with decades of experience, his work spans a wide range of industries, including medical and dental devices, consumer products, telecommunications, semiconductors, software, and advanced manufacturing.
Learn more: hansenreynolds.com/attorneys/matthew-e-leno/
John McCauley brings 15+ years of trial and appellate experience handling complex matters nationwide. His practice spans commercial, IP, energy, antitrust, and constitutional litigation—for both plaintiffs and defendants. A former Seventh Circuit clerk and attorney with Susman Godfrey and Morgan Lewis, John combines elite credentials with real courtroom experience. Welcome back to the firm, John!
Learn more: hansenreynolds.com/attorneys/john-w-mccauley/
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our invaluable team members Brian Ammerman, Marisa Matthiesen, Clare Gest, Laina Allison, Laura Creswell, and Julie Slaasted! Your dedication and hard work keep our office running smoothly today and every day. Thank you for all that you do!
Four new attorneys, four great additions. Welcome to the team, John McCauley, Jamie Konopacky, Matthew Leno and Andrew Scarpace!
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Our team is growing—and we’re excited to make it official! Please join us in welcoming our newest staff members:
• Laina Allison, Legal Assistant
• Julie Slaasted, Patent Paralegal
• Laura Creswell, Paralegal
Welcome to the team, Laina, Julie, and Laura!
A special congratulations to Tim Hansen, who received an extra distinction from Super Lawyers for the 8th year in a row and was recognized as one of the Top 25 Lawyers in Milwaukee and Top 50 Lawyers in Wisconsin for Business Litigation!
#HansenReynolds #SuperLawyers2025 #mke
Congratulations to two of our attorneys for being selected to the 2025 Wisconsin Rising Stars list, awarded by Super Lawyers!
Danielle Nardick - Business Litigation
John Shanahan - Business Litigation
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Congratulations to five of our attorneys for being selected to the 2025 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list, a distinction awarded to the top 5% of attorneys in the state!
Tim Hansen - Business Litigation
Paul Jacquart - Business Litigation
Andrew Jones - Civil Litigation: Defense
Michael Lueder - Employment & Labor
Toby Reynolds - IP Litigation
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Hansen Reynolds LLC, a national litigation boutique, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers with multiple Regional Tier 1 and Tier 2 rankings:
Tier 1
Commercial Litigation
Construction Litigation
Intellectual Property Litigation
Patent Litigation
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
Tier 2
Appellate Practice
Litigation Controversy – Tax
Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
This recognition reflects our depth of trial experience and our commitment to practical, business-minded advocacy. Thank you to our clients and peers for your trust and partnership.
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We are proud to announce that Tim Hansen has been named the 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Plaintiffs Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions for the Milwaukee area.
This honor is awarded to only one lawyer per practice area and location, based on the highest peer review scores.
Please join us in congratulating Tim on this well-deserved recognition!
We are proud to announce that Toby Reynolds has been named the 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Intellectual Property Litigation and Patent Litigation for the Milwaukee area. This recognition is awarded to only one lawyer in each practice area and geographic region, based on the highest overall peer feedback.
Join us in congratulating Toby on this outstanding achievement!
We are excited to announce that two Hansen Reynolds attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.
Madison, WI: Danielle M. Nardick — Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Construction
Milwaukee, WI: Kelley Roach — Commercial Litigation
Join us in congratulating Danielle and Kelley on this achievement!
We are pleased to announce that 15 of our Milwaukee attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Jeremy Adelson, John Busch, Bryan Cecil, James Cirincione, Jeffrey Conen, Robert Gordon, Tim Hansen, Donald Jacquart, Paul Jacquart, Andrew Jones, Andrew Kramer, Michael Lueder, Brent Nistler, Thomas S. Reynolds II, and John Shanahan.
This peer-reviewed honor spans more than 15 practice areas, including Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, Patent Litigation, Construction Litigation, Plaintiffs Class Action/Mass Tort Litigation, Tax Law, Tax Litigation and Controversy, Nonprofit/Charities Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Litigation, Native American Law, Appellate Practice, Plaintiffs Personal Injury Litigation, Criminal Defense and Consumer Law.
Join us in congratulating them!
Hansen Reynolds LLC is helping drive change as a Title Event Sponsor of our 2025 Charity Golf Outing. With your support, we're working to break the cycle of sexual abuse, human trafficking, and domestic violence, bringing hope and healing to those who need it most.
We had a great time at the 19th Annual Door County Intellectual Property Academy—diving into the latest in AI, trademarks, patent litigation, and more. Thanks to the State Bar of Wisconsin for hosting another standout event.
Pictured: Toby Reynolds, Jeremy Adelson, Alan Nicgorski, Abby Troy, Matt Gavronski, Aleks Nosewicz, and Alex Holtshouser
Meet Alex Holtshouser, the newest addition to the Hansen Reynolds team. 🎉 Alex brings deep experience in patent and trademark prosecution, having managed IP portfolios for Fortune 500s and advised startups alike. From aerospace to consumer goods, Alex knows how to turn innovation into advantage. ➡️ hansenreynolds.com/attorneys/alex-w-holtshouser/
☕ Katie Bloom’s got good taste. Here are her top three Milwaukee coffee spots you’ll want to add to your list.
📍 La Finca Coffeehouse
📍 Hawthorne Coffee Roasters
📍 Blüm Coffee Garden