Get to Know Di Renzo & Bomier Attorneys
Entering into any type of legal case or litigation can be overwhelming, no matter how many times you’ve been in the courtroom. That’s why choosing a lawyer you can trust—one that’s been here for and offering a full range of legal services in Neenah, Appleton, Green Bay and beyond since 1953—is key to building confidence and gaining peace of mind that your legal needs are in good hands.
With locations in Neenah and Green Bay and a team of lawyers with diverse practice backgrounds, Di Renzo & Bomier offers support for car accident victims through personal injury and wrongful death litigation, fights for employees facing worker’s compensation battles, stands beside individuals filing for divorce, guides those going through bankruptcy and more legal services.
HOWARD T. HEALY
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Administrative & Municipal Law​
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Business & Commercial Law
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Corporate Law
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Divorce & Family Law
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Employment Law
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Healthcare Law
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Labor Law
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Litigation & Appeals
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Mediation
Education:
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Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, WI, 1975 J.D.​
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Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, 1972 B.A., Major:History​
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
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Divorce & Family Law
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U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
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Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
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United Way Neenah-Menasha, 1984-1988
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Rotary International, Ruby Award Recipient
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Twin City Catholic Educational System Board
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Green Bay Diocesan Board
A Personal View:
Howard has been practicing law for over 30 years. His practice includes family law, employment law, labor law, healthcare law and corporate law. He practices before state and federal courts and administrative agencies in Wisconsin. In addition to litigation practice, he also acts as a mediator In assisting litigants in resolving complex disputes.
Often referred to as “The best divorce attorney north of Milwaukee,” Howard takes great pride in practicing family law. “I like family law because it is really about taking care of people; people who are often in difficult situations. A divorce demands someone who listens, someone who solves problems and someone who can be passionate, yet objective. Attorneys often forget how people feel. To be a successful attorney, you have to be respectful of people’s feelings. I do not see cases, I see people.“
Howard believes the most important part of being a good attorney is listening. He advocates for his clients 100% of the time and can count on one hand the number of employment law cases which he has lost or mediation efforts that were unsuccessful.
Howard has been recognized as one of the top attorneys in the Fox Valley. His litigation philosophy is simple. “I strive for attention to detail, preparation and a commitment to excellence.“ This philosophy has resulted in Howard’s high standing among clients and his peers.
JEFFREY M. BERZOWSKI, Managing Shareholder
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Worker's Compensation
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Plantiff's Personal Injury
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Administrative & Municipal Law​
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Business & Commercial Law
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Employment Law
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General Civil Litigation & Appeals
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Social Security & Disability Claims
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 2002 J.D.
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Indiana University, South Bend, Indiana, 1996 M.B.A.
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​Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, 1991 B.S., Major: Accounting
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
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U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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American Bar Association
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
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Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers
A Personal View:
Prior to entering the legal profession, Jeff worked in corporate America which culminated in a position as a controller and human resource manager. He brings a duality of vitally important skills to his practice areas.
Jeff has brought hundreds of injury cases to a successful resolution and he enjoys fighting for the rights of the injured. Jeff's management and accounting background, as well as a Master's Degree in Business Administration, that he utilizes in the practice of business, employment and general civil litigation, employment law and business disputes makes him an invaluable resource for the clients at Di Renzo & Bomier.
Jeff likes to spend time with his three young children and his wife. Jeff is also very involved in volunteer activities. For example, Jeff was a big brother for many years when he lived in Stevens Point, and immediately got involved in the Big Brothers of the Fox Valley organization when he moved into the Fox Cities. Jeff has also served on volunteer boards such as the local YMCA and has volunteered his time to provide free legal services for residents of the Fox Valley.
MEGHAN E. HEALY, Managing Shareholder
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Guardian ad Litem
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Workers' Compensation
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Employment Law
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, WI, 2006 J.D.
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Loras College, Dubuque, IA, 2003 B.A., Majors: Politics, Legal Studies
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
Volunteer Activities:
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United Way Emerging Leaders Committee Member
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St. Mary Central High School Mock Trial Coach
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Winnebago County Legal Clinic
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Member of Fox Cities Morning Rotary Club
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Winnebago County Teen Court Volunteer
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Christine Ann Center Domestic Abuse Shelter Volunteer
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Neenah-Menasha YMCA Board Member
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Future Neenah Board Member
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
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Young Lawyers Association, Winnebago and Outagamie Counties
A Personal View:
Meghan Healy is a partner at Di Renzo & Bomier. Meghan's focused areas include Family Law, Employment Law, Worker's Compensation and Guardian ad Litem representation. Many clients in these areas are experiencing the most difficult times in their lives. One of the most rewarding aspects of her practice for Meghan is her involvement in discussing client's options and resolving their difficulties.
Meghan is prepared to assist clients throughout the process of their case, including mediation, arbitration and when necessary, litigation. Meghan prides herself on strong communication with clients and preparing clients for each step of the case.
While in law school, Meghan taught a course at a Milwaukee Public High School called "Street Law," in which she explained how the law affected students in their every day lives. Meghan continues to teach high school students in the Fox Valley as a mock trial coach. Meghan believes in helping individuals to realize that the law exists to protect them. Helping to protect people's legal rights is one of the main reasons she chose to practice law. A favorite saying of a former professor sums up Meghan's belief: "We practice law to protect those who cannot protect themselves."
KATHLEEN M. HEALY, Managing Shareholder
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Family Law
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Guardianship
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Guardian ad litem
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Employment Law
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General Civil Litigation
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Estate Planning
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Probate and Estate Litigation
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, WI, 2006 J.D.
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Loras College, Dubuque, IA, 2003 B.A., Majors: Politics, Legal Studies
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
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U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit
Volunteer Activities:
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Winnebago County Legal Clinic
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Twin City Catholic Education System Board Member
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Boys & Girls' Brigade Board Member
A Personal View:
Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, Kathleen practiced in Milwaukee for five years. Kathleen's civil litigation experience includes divorce and family law, employment discrimination, general civil litigation, personal injury and securities law. She moved to the Fox Cities and joined Di Renzo & Bomier in 2008. Kathleen, her sister, Meghan, and father, Howard, head up the firm's family law practice. Kathleen finds satisfaction in being an advocate for clients and assisting clients in finding solutions to their problems.
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
JOHN H. HEALY, Shareholder
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Personal Injury
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Workers' Compensation
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Business & Commercial Law
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Employment Law
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Administrative & Municipal Law​
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General Civil Litigation & Appeals
Education:
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University of Wisconsin Law School, 2014
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Loras College, Dubuque, IA, 2011 B.S Political Science
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
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Wisconsin Association of Justice
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Outagamie County Bar Association
Professional Accomplishments:
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Featured “Up and Coming Lawyer” by Wisconsin Law Journal (2017)
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"Rising Star” by Super Lawyer (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
A Personal View:
Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, John spent nine years as a civil litigator primarily representing insurance companies on the defense side. However, John recently switched gears to focus on helping individuals in most need of legal assistance - those who are injured through no fault of their own, as well as other individuals and businesses in need of legal assistance . John is a skilled trial lawyer who cares deeply about his clients, ensuring equal access to justice, as well as a believer in the constitutional right to trial by jury. While most cases settle short of trial, John relies heavily on his extensive trial experience and approaches every claim with the mindset that it will proceed to a jury trial - an approach that puts his clients in the best position for a positive outcome.
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Outside of the office, John enjoys traveling, reading, exercising, and cooking. John's main passion is spending quality time with his young family including his wife, Whitney, their children Theodore and Sophia, as well as their two rescue dogs, Mac and Mister.
KIMBERLY E. GEHLING
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Child Custody and Placement
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Child Support
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Child Removal
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Post-Judgment Actions
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Paternity
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Grandparent Visitation Rights
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General Civil Litigation
Education:
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Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, MI, 2011 J.D.,
cum laude, Child and Family Advocacy Certificate
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University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, 2008 B.S.,
Major: Legal Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice Certificate
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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Illinois
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
A Personal View:
Kimberly was raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and graduated from Oshkosh North High School. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and she graduated cum laude from the Michigan State University College of Law. During law school, Kimberly placed an emphasis on family law, earning a certificate in Child and Family Advocacy. After law school, Kimberly served a one-year term with AmeriCorps as a VISTA (Volunteer In Service to America) with a legal aid organization in Northern Illinois. Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, Kimberly practiced family law in Southeastern Wisconsin for nearly five years. Kimberly represents clients in a variety of general, civil, litigation and family matters, including: divorce, child custody and placement, paternity, and child support. She is dedicated to her clients and she strives to achieve fair and equitable results that are in the best interests of her clients and their children.
THOMAS B. SEWALL
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Bankruptcy and Debt Matters
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Employment Law
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General Litigation
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Business and Corporate Law
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Real Estate Transactions
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, J.D. 1996
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Ripon College, Ripon, WI, Undergraduate Degree
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
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U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Outagamie County Bar Association
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Federal District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
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National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
A Personal View:
Tom was born and raised in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin and graduated from Goodrich High School. He attended Ripon College for undergraduate studies, where he stayed busy not only studying, but playing baseball, golf and hockey. Tom obtained his law degree in DeKalb, Illinois at Northern Illinois University in 1996. He returned to take the Wisconsin Bar and began practicing in Waupun and Green Lake for a small firm until 2001 when he opened an office in Ripon, Wisconsin, providing clients a wide array of services including criminal defense, family law, real estate and estate planning, business and corporate set-up and litigation and bankruptcy matters. In 2009 he moved to Appleton to practice with a small local firm specializing in debt and financial matters. Tom joined Di Renzo & Bomier, LLC in 2013, serving clients' needs in bankruptcy and debt matters, employment law, general litigation, business and corporate law and real estate transactions.
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Tom and his wife live in the Fox Valley with their young children. When not practicing law, he and his family like to spend time outdoors camping, fishing and hunting.
KIMBERLY E. GEHLING
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Child Custody and Placement
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Child Support
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Child Removal
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Post-Judgment Actions
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Paternity
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Grandparent Visitation Rights
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General Civil Litigation
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, MI, 2011 J.D.cum laude, Child and Family Advocacy Certificate
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University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, 2008 B.S., Major: Legal Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice Certificate
Professional Associations and Memberships:
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State Bar of Wisconsin
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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Illinios
Volunteer Activities:
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Board of Directors, Michigan State University
College of Law Alumni Association
A Personal View:
Kimberly was raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and graduated from Oshkosh North High School. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and she graduated cum laude from the Michigan State University College of Law. During law school, Kimberly placed an emphasis on family law, earning a certificate in Child and Family Advocacy. After law school, Kimberly served a one-year term with AmeriCorps as a VISTA (Volunteer In Service to America) with a legal aid organization in Northern Illinois. Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, Kimberly practiced family law in Southeastern Wisconsin for nearly five years. Kimberly represents clients in a variety of general, civil, litigation and family matters, including: divorce, child custody and placement, paternity, and child support. She is dedicated to her clients and she strives to achieve fair and equitable results that are in the best interests of her clients and their children.
THOMAS J. GRITTON
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Family Law
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Divorce Law
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Personal Injury Mediation
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Probate & Estate Planning
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General Civil Litigation
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Reserve Judge for the State of Wisconsin
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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Hamline University School of Law, MN 1988 J.D.
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University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, WI 1985 B.S.
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​Major: Political Science, Public Administration & Policy Analysis, Psychology Minor: Computer Science
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Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
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U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Winnebago County Bar Association
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Wisconsin Judicial Education Committee – 2015-2018
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Wisconsin Circuit Court Access Committee Member – 2016-2018
Volunteer Activities:
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Deacon for the Green Bay Diocese – currently assigned to St. Gabriel the Archangel, Neenah WI
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Chaplain for the Appleton Police Department
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Assistant Varsity Softball Coach at Neenah High School from 2004 to 2014
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Firefighter (Captain) for Town of Menasha – 1990 - 2006
A Personal View:
Tom was born and raised in Kimberly, Wisconsin, and graduated from Kimberly High School in 1981. After completing his undergraduate and law school degrees he moved to Reedsburg, Wisconsin joining the law firm of Kahler, Chiquoine & Krueger. He practiced in the areas of municipal law, personal injury, and contract law from 1988 to 1990.
In 1990, Tom was hired by the Winnebago County District Attorney’s Office and was an assistant district attorney until 1994 when he was promoted to deputy district attorney. During his time in the district attorney’s office, he tried more than 100 jury trials. In 2000, Tom was elected to Winnebago County Circuit Court Branch 1 and spent the last 18 years on the bench. As a judge, Tom has presided over more than 250 jury trials and more than 30,000 cases. After 18 years on the bench, Tom decided to retire and return to helping people on the other side of the bench.
Tom has been married for 30 years to Lori and they have two adult children. Lori has worked for Outagamie County Mental Health Services going on 30 years with the chronically mentally ill in the community. Daughter Melissa is engaged and lives in the Fox River Valley working for Family Services. Son, Thomas Jr., is married and he and his wife Mary live in Minneapolis. Tom was appointed as a reserve judge for the State of Wisconsin on October 24, 2018 by the Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Patience D. Roggensack.
Tom was ordained to the diaconate in the Catholic Church by the Most Reverend Bishop David Ricken on May 13, 2017 and currently serves as a deacon at St. Gabriel the Archangel in Neenah, Wisconsin.
KIMBERLY E. GEHLING
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Child Custody and Placement
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Child Support
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Child Removal
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Post-Judgment Actions
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Paternity
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Grandparent Visitation Rights
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General Civil Litigation
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Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, MI, 2011 J.D.,
cum laude, Child and Family Advocacy Certificate
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University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, 2008 B.S.,
Major: Legal Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice Certificate
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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Illinois
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
A Personal View:
Kimberly was raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and graduated from Oshkosh North High School. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and she graduated cum laude from the Michigan State University College of Law. During law school, Kimberly placed an emphasis on family law, earning a certificate in Child and Family Advocacy. After law school, Kimberly served a one-year term with AmeriCorps as a VISTA (Volunteer In Service to America) with a legal aid organization in Northern Illinois. Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, Kimberly practiced family law in Southeastern Wisconsin for nearly five years. Kimberly represents clients in a variety of general, civil, litigation and family matters, including: divorce, child custody and placement, paternity, and child support. She is dedicated to her clients and she strives to achieve fair and equitable results that are in the best interests of her clients and their children.
STACIE L. DOBBE
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Probate and Trust Administration
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Estate Planning
PHONE:
1.920.725.8464
EMAIL:
Education:
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University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 2014, LLM in Employee Benefits, with Honors
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University of Dayton School of Law, Dayton, Ohio, 2006. J.D.
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Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, Kentucky, 2002, B.A., Major: Political Science
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
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Outagamie County Bar Association
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
Volunteer Activities:
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St. Elizabeth's Hospital Foundation, Board Member
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Heart of the Valley YMCA, Board Member
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Kappa Alpha Theta - Fox Cities Alumnae Chapter - Vice President/Treasurer
A Personal View:
Attorney Stacie L. Dobbe, a Wisconsin licensed attorney, began her career as a human resources professional with a focus on benefits and retirement plans. Wanting to focus more on how to ensure a client’s legacy and family are protected, Stacie transitioned exclusively to Estate Planning, Trust Settlement, and Probate matters. Stacie believes that “life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” She believes that preparation is key in all aspects of life. The best-laid plans can go awry. Life and health are uncertain and proper preparation will help ease this uncertainty.
Stacie is a Kentucky native. She served thirteen years in the United States Navy as an Intelligence Specialist, both Active and Reserve duty, where she was one of the first 50 women assigned to a Pacific Fleet Aircraft carrier, supported Operation Southern Watch, and was deployed in 2003 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Stacie has lived in Wisconsin for more than a decade. She is a Southern girl at heart but has embraced the frozen tundra, although not so much the frozen part. She is a huge Kentucky Wildcat fan, “bleeding blue” in all aspects… basketball, football, and the Kentucky Derby. She has adopted the Packers, Brewers and Badger Football, but her husband is still trying to convert her into a Badger Basketball fan. She loves camping on summer weekends, reading, cooking, baking and entertaining. She loves music and attends as many concerts as she can. She loves to travel, which is a product of her time in the Navy.
Stacie is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin. She also is active in her church family, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and holds various board positions within the Fox Valley.
Stacie is blessed with a wonderful and very busy family. Her husband Jeremy, a Waupaca native, is also a Wisconsin attorney. Stacie has two very active boys and her two dogs, Kylo Ren and Dixie Rey, complete her busy family.
KIMBERLY E. GEHLING
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Family Law
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Divorce
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Child Custody and Placement
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Child Support
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Child Removal
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Post-Judgment Actions
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Paternity
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Grandparent Visitation Rights
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General Civil Litigation
Education:
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Michigan State University College of Law, East Lansing, MI, 2011 J.D.,
cum laude, Child and Family Advocacy Certificate
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University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, 2008 B.S.,
Major: Legal Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice Certificate
Bar Admission:
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Wisconsin
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Illinois
Professional Associations and Memberships:​
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State Bar of Wisconsin
A Personal View:
Kimberly was raised in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and graduated from Oshkosh North High School. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and she graduated cum laude from the Michigan State University College of Law. During law school, Kimberly placed an emphasis on family law, earning a certificate in Child and Family Advocacy. After law school, Kimberly served a one-year term with AmeriCorps as a VISTA (Volunteer In Service to America) with a legal aid organization in Northern Illinois. Prior to joining Di Renzo & Bomier, Kimberly practiced family law in Southeastern Wisconsin for nearly five years. Kimberly represents clients in a variety of general, civil, litigation and family matters, including: divorce, child custody and placement, paternity, and child support. She is dedicated to her clients and she strives to achieve fair and equitable results that are in the best interests of her clients and their children.