Amy E. Ebeling

Attorney

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Amy E. Ebeling

Attorney

Banner photo of Amy E. Ebeling

Amy E. Ebeling

Attorney

Amy is an attorney with a passion for tax efficient planning and setting businesses up for success.

For over 15 years, Amy has counseled business owners, high net worth individuals, and non-profit organizations on business and tax law matters, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, business succession planning, and tax-exempt structures. As a dedicated and knowledgeable legal professional, Amy has helped numerous clients navigate complex transactions and achieve their desired goals.

With a strong academic background and extensive experience in tax law, Amy has a deep understanding of the nuances and complexities of mergers and acquisitions and is committed to delivering tailored solutions to meet each clientโ€™s unique needs. She is skilled at identifying and mitigating tax-related risks and ensuring a smooth transition of ownership and management while minimizing disruptions to business operations. Equipped with comprehensive tax and business experience, Amy devotes a significant amount of her time to advising clients on:

  • Business succession planning,
  • Management buyouts,
  • Owner redemptions,
  • Sales to third parties,
  • Complex reorganizations and spin-offs that may be required for effective and efficient business transfers.

Amy also has a long history working with tax-exempt entities, including charitable foundations, community foundations, and private foundations. Because of her understanding of the unique tax considerations and legal requirements facing tax-exempt organizations, tax-exempt board members and executive directors alike appreciate Amyโ€™s guidance.

Beyond her legal practice, Amy regularly volunteers her time and expertise to support local charities and non-profit organizations. She is committed to making a positive impact on the community and is actively involved in numerous organizations including the Community Partners Campus, Inc. and the B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation, Inc.

When sheโ€™s not busy deciphering IRS guidance, Amy hones her skills as a negotiator, referee, mediator, and advocate by raising three energetic boys. As a proud boy mom, she thrives on leading adventures, inspiring learning moments, and fostering inquisitive minds.

Amy is an attorney with a passion for tax efficient planning and setting businesses up for success.

For over 15 years, Amy has counseled business owners, high net worth individuals, and non-profit organizations on business and tax law matters, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, business succession planning, and tax-exempt structures. As a dedicated and knowledgeable legal professional, Amy has helped numerous clients navigate complex transactions and achieve their desired goals.

With a strong academic background and extensive experience in tax law, Amy has a deep understanding of the nuances and complexities of mergers and acquisitions and is committed to delivering tailored solutions to meet each clientโ€™s unique needs. She is skilled at identifying and mitigating tax-related risks and ensuring a smooth transition of ownership and management while minimizing disruptions to business operations. Equipped with comprehensive tax and business experience, Amy devotes a significant amount of her time to advising clients on:

  • Business succession planning,
  • Management buyouts,
  • Owner redemptions,
  • Sales to third parties,
  • Complex reorganizations and spin-offs that may be required for effective and efficient business transfers.

Amy also has a long history working with tax-exempt entities, including charitable foundations, community foundations, and private foundations. Because of her understanding of the unique tax considerations and legal requirements facing tax-exempt organizations, tax-exempt board members and executive directors alike appreciate Amyโ€™s guidance.

Beyond her legal practice, Amy regularly volunteers her time and expertise to support local charities and non-profit organizations. She is committed to making a positive impact on the community and is actively involved in numerous organizations including the Community Partners Campus, Inc. and the B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation, Inc.

When sheโ€™s not busy deciphering IRS guidance, Amy hones her skills as a negotiator, referee, mediator, and advocate by raising three energetic boys. As a proud boy mom, she thrives on leading adventures, inspiring learning moments, and fostering inquisitive minds.

Civic Activities

  • B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation โ€“ Board Member (2023โ€“present)
  • Community Partners Campus, Inc. โ€“ Board Member (2020โ€“present)
  • Good News Project โ€“ Volunteer (2013)
  • UW-Marathon County โ€“ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Volunteer (2012โ€“2013)
  • UW Alumni Wausau Chapter โ€“ Board Member (2014โ€“2017)
  • YWCA Foundation of Wausau โ€“ Board Member, Treasurer (2013โ€“2016)
  • YWCA Task Force โ€“ Member (2014)
  • Wausau Curling Club โ€“ Member (2014โ€“2021); Rookie Clinic Co-Chair (2015โ€“2021); Golf Outing Committee Member (2015โ€“2021); Volunteer Instructor (2014โ€“2021); Board Member (2019โ€“2021)

Professional Activities

  • Central Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance โ€“ Board Member (2024โ€“present)
  • Partnership for Progressive Agriculture โ€“ Board Member (2016โ€“2022)

Insights

Articles

Presentations

  • Harvesting Legal Insights: Hot Topics in Ag Law โ€“ Dairy Strong Conference โ€“ 1/16/25
  • Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA): Navigating Reporting Obligations and Compliance Challenges โ€“ 21st Annual Commercial Real Estate Update, Wisconsin State Bar โ€“ 11/14/24
  • From Chaos to Cohesion:  Creating an Effective Board Structure โ€“ SPARK! Conference, Mid-State Technical College, Marshfield Campus โ€“ 6/20/24
  • The Time is Right for Succession Planning โ€“ Farmer to Farmer Legal Series โ€“ 4/5/24
  • The Time is Right for Succession Planning โ€“ Farmer to Farmer Legal Series โ€“ 3/13/24
  • The Time is Right for Succession Planning โ€“ Farmer to Farmer Legal Series โ€“ 3/5/24
  • From Chaos to Cohesion:  The Role of an Effective Board โ€“ Wisconsin Balance of State Continuum of Care, Inc. โ€“ 12/5/23
  • Exploring Fiscal Sponsorship Models โ€“ Give, Grow, Grant Conference โ€“ 10/11/23
  • From Chaos to Cohesion:  Effective Board Structure โ€“ Give, Grow, Grant Conference โ€“ 10/11/23
  • Tools for Successful Planned Giving Campaigns โ€“ Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin WI HAUS Training Conference โ€“ 10/9/23
  • The Time is Right for a Succession Plan, Chippewa Valley Ag Conference 2023 โ€“ 1/19/23
  • Legal Challenges and Solutions for Industry 4.0, Central Wisconsin Manufacturing Expo โ€“ 4/25/22
  • Hot topics related to nonprofit legal issues, The Building Blocks of Nonprofit Leadership, sponsored by Church Mutual โ€“ 10/3/19
  • Fringe Benefits with Tax Benefits โ€“ CWSHRM Forum โ€“ 3/7/19
  • Controlling Land Use in the Future (to woodland owners around the State), University of WI Extension โ€“ 4/25/18
  • Working With an Attorney on Farm Succession, North Central Heart of the Farm-Women in Agriculture Conference, Sponsored by UW Extension โ€“ 2/14/18
  • Fundamentals for the Agri-Business โ€“ Human Resources 101, Agriculture Professionals Breakfast โ€“ 2/13/18
  • Succession Planning and Estate Planning, CVTC Farm Business & Production Management โ€“ 2/5/18 and 2/7/18
  • Understanding the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax and Its Impacts on Individuals, Trusts, and Estates, Webinar presented to the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys โ€“ 4/29/14
  • Fringe Benefits โ€“ Not the Kind on My Harley, Stevens Point Area Human Resource Association โ€“  4/29/14
  • Impact of U.S. v. Windsor and IRS Recognition of Same Sex Marriages on Wisconsin Employers โ€“ 3/6/14
  • Benefits, Perquisites, Perks, Gifts and Rewards โ€“ The IRS Doesnโ€™t Care What You Call It โ€“ 11/7/13, and 3/6/14

 

Civic Activities

  • B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation โ€“ Board Member (2023โ€“present)
  • Community Partners Campus, Inc. โ€“ Board Member (2020โ€“present)
  • Good News Project โ€“ Volunteer (2013)
  • UW-Marathon County โ€“ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Volunteer (2012โ€“2013)
  • UW Alumni Wausau Chapter โ€“ Board Member (2014โ€“2017)
  • YWCA Foundation of Wausau โ€“ Board Member, Treasurer (2013โ€“2016)
  • YWCA Task Force โ€“ Member (2014)
  • Wausau Curling Club โ€“ Member (2014โ€“2021); Rookie Clinic Co-Chair (2015โ€“2021); Golf Outing Committee Member (2015โ€“2021); Volunteer Instructor (2014โ€“2021); Board Member (2019โ€“2021)

Professional Activities

  • Central Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance โ€“ Board Member (2024โ€“present)
  • Partnership for Progressive Agriculture โ€“ Board Member (2016โ€“2022)

Education

  • B.A., University of Wisconsin โ€“ Madison (2005)
  • J.D. (cum laude), University of Wisconsin Law School โ€“ Madison (2008)
  • LL.M. in Taxation, New York University School of Law โ€“ New York (2009)

Admissions

  • Illinois Supreme Court
  • Iowa Supreme Court
  • New Jersey Supreme Court
  • New York Supreme Court
  • Wisconsin Supreme Court
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
  • United States Tax Court