Meet the city’s top lawyers who are dedicated to providing individuals with dynamic, effective legal advice and solutions.
Protecting Your Profits, Power and Peace of Mind
At Athena Legal Solutions, we believe that every woman entrepreneur deserves proactive, pragmatic legal guidance to safeguard what she’s built. Founded by Carolyn Jahnke, a seasoned attorney and business strategist, Athena provides comprehensive legal solutions tailored to small business owners and nonprofit leaders. We assist with business formation, contracts, compliance, partnership agreements and succession planning so women-led businesses can thrive — without the legal headaches.
What makes us different? We’re not just lawyers — we’re business partners. As a woman-owned, majority-female firm, we understand the challenges women face in entrepreneurship. Our team takes a personalized, collaborative approach, ensuring you feel empowered, informed and protected every step of the way. With over 20 years of experience, Jahnke has led high-impact teams across corporate, nonprofit and startup sectors. She and her team don’t just offer legal advice — they build legal strategies that align with your business’ goals and values.
At Athena, we’re not just here to solve problems — we help you prevent them so you can grow your business with confidence. Ready to protect what you’ve built? Let’s talk.
1282 Cathedral Point Dr., Verona, WI 53593 | 608.293.4574 | carolyn@athenalegalsolutionsllc.com | athenalegalsolutionsllc.com
Lifelong Trusted Advisors
At Krueger Hernandez & Thompson SC (KHT), we are committed to providing exceptional legal services with a personal touch. As a law firm specializing in estate planning, long-term care planning, probate and trust administration, our mission is clear: to be the trusted advisors who guide real people through life’s legal complexities.
We blend our expertise with compassion to create secure, customized solutions that safeguard your future and legacy you’ve built. At KHT, we are your lawyers and advocates, dedicated to ensuring your peace of mind in every stage of life. At the heart of KHT, we are a family of passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
What truly defines us is our deep-rooted commitment to our community and the people within it. Our work is driven by a profound sense of responsibility where we strive to be a positive force for change. What distinguishes KHT is our unique blend of exceptional skills, expertise and a strong work ethic. As a team of accomplished women, we bring diverse perspectives and a collaborative spirit to everything we do. Our positive attitude and reputation for consistently exceeding expectations sets us apart in the legal field.
Above all, we are real lawyers for real people. Our relationships with our clients are built on trust, empathy and understanding. We don’t just provide legal services — we build lasting bonds and walk alongside our clients through their journeys, ensuring they feel heard, valued and supported. Being part of KHT means being part of a family that cares deeply about making a meaningful impact every day.
7601 University Ave., Ste. 201, Middleton, WI 53562 | 608.824.9540 | khtlawyers.com
Building Success in Business and Beyond
Attorney Michelle Behnke finds her satisfaction in making a meaningful impact for her clients and her profession.
“I love playing quarterback for my clients to help them accomplish their goals,” she says. “As a business attorney, my clients seek me out for strategies related to a variety of issues, including forming new business enterprises, providing general business advice or assisting with the transfer of their business to the next generation.”
Michelle says being a good attorney and advocate for her clients is about more than knowing the law — it’s about seeing potential issues before they can cause disputes or problems and helping clients take advantage of opportunities.
“I can help clients see the big picture and bring in other attorneys when needed to address specialized issues like tax planning and intellectual property,” she adds.
Michelle gets equal satisfaction from the opportunity to work with smart people to serve the legal profession and the community. As the president-elect of the American Bar Association, Michelle works with lawyers from around the country to improve the profession and ensure that our justice system works as intended.
“I also get to connect with law students who are just embarking on a legal career. This energizes me and reminds me of why I became a lawyer. IamsoluckytobeabletobedoingwhatI love: helping clients navigate legal challenges, educating people about our legal system and supporting lawyers by serving the profession. Each day, I get a chance to make a difference for someone.”
1 S. Pinckney St., Ste. 410, P.O. Box 927, Madison, WI 53701 | 608.257.9521 | mbehnke@boardmanclark.com | boardmanclark.com
Your Family Is Our Focus
At Your Family Law Center, our top-rated, experienced attorneys provide compassionate and vigorous advocacy in family law matters, including divorce, legal separation, paternity, custody changes, stepparent adoption, grandparent rights, guardianship and child or spousal support.
We are committed to achieving outcomes that minimize trauma for children and prioritize their best interests, while safeguarding our clients’ rights and assets. While many clients prefer resolving matters through settlement, whether via mediation or alternative dispute resolution, our attorneys are ready to take a case to court when necessary. We have a proven track record of success in courts across the state, including at the appellate level.
Read about our accomplishments and reviews on martindale.com, superlawyers.com, avvo.com or yourfamilylawcenter.com.
152 W. Johnson St., Ste. 210, Madison, WI 53703 | 608.819.6800 | 121 E. Racine St., Jefferson, WI 53549 | yourfamilylawcenter.com
Client-Centered, Compassionate Advocacy
Family lawyers support clients and families through life’s most stressful times. Our approach is steadfast, thoughtful, and client-centered.
Attorney Megan Phillips combines degrees in psychology and journalism for exceptional client counseling skills along with her communication talents, allowing her to powerfully convey a client’s wishes. Our clients pay for a relationship — not just legal services — with their goals as our central focus. We use exceptional skill and care, so our clients know they have the best advice around from people who genuinely care.
Read more about Megan and see client reviews at superlawyers.com and avvo.com.
345 W. Washington Ave., Ste. 302, Madison, WI 53703 | 608.257.3764 | mphillips@bmrlawyers.com | bmrlawyers.com
