Litigation

Litigation

Ruder Ware litigation attorneys have substantial trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts, as well as arbitrations, mediations, and administrative proceedings, throughout the country.

With decades of problem-solving experience, our litigation attorneys offer solutions to companies across numerous industries to resolve complex legal problems. We have particular depth within the manufacturing, construction, banking, health care, insurance, fiduciary and professional services, transportation, real estate, and ag industries.  As a business-focused law firm, our attorneys understand how companies of all sizes operate.

Ruder Ware’s attorneys understand the need to work with a focused litigation strategy directed toward the client’s bottom-line needs. Experienced advocates for businesses, our litigators use their problem-solving skills to minimize litigation risk and implement risk-shifting strategies for your business.

Ruder Ware offers a depth and breadth of services unique to a Wisconsin law firm headquartered north of Madison. Working with both the public and private sectors, our litigation attorneys practice as part of a full-service law firm supporting clients with diverse business needs.

Services provided to nationally known corporations, locally owned businesses, nonprofit organizations, and others include:

  • Appeals
  • Banking and Financial Services Litigation
  • Business Divorce/Ownership Issues
  • Business Litigation/Commercial Contract Disputes
  • Business Risk Analysis & Risk Management
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Employment Litigation
  • Estate, Trust & Fiduciary Litigation
  • Health Care Regulation Litigation
  • Litigation Support
  • Mediation Services
  • Tax Controversies & Litigation
  • Warranty/Product Litigation

Should legal disputes extend beyond Wisconsin, Ruder Ware’s affiliation with Meritas®, an international alliance of law firms, means our network of lawyers can provide counsel for clients anywhere in this country or around the world.

Founded in 1920, Ruder Ware provides business, employment, estate planning, and litigation services. A full-service law firm, over 45 attorneys provide clients with a one-stop approach to their legal needs. Ruder Ware, Business Attorneys for Business Success.

DHS Announces Termination of CHNV Parole Program

Posted on March 26, 2025 by

On March 25, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice terminating the categorical parole program for certain aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (“CHNV”) and their immediate family members. The program is set to end on April 24, 2025. Individuals currently in the United States under the CHNV parole program who […]

Bye Bye Bye: FinCEN Issues CTA Update

Posted on March 24, 2025 by , and

On March 21, 2025, FinCEN announced an end to Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements for U.S. citizens and domestic companies. In line with the U.S. Department of Treasury’s announcement earlier this month, FinCEN has issued an interim final rule narrowing the scope of beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting under the CTA. Under the interim […]

Hello, Goodbye: CTA Enforcement Suspended

Posted on March 3, 2025 by , and

The U.S. Department of the Treasury suspended enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. On Sunday night, the Treasury announced that U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies will no longer face penalties or fines for failure to report under the CTA. In its announcement, the Treasury stated it […]

Yo-Yo-Yo: CTA is Back

Posted on February 18, 2025 by , and

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements are back in effect. This afternoon, a federal district court in Texas granted the U.S. government’s motion to stay (i.e., pause) the nationwide CTA injunction. Based on FinCEN’s most recent alert, FinCEN intends to extend the reporting deadline for all reporting companies to 30 days from […]

It’s Tricky! Tracking the CTA

Posted on February 17, 2025 by , and

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) remains on hold due to a nationwide injunction granted by a federal District Court in Texas in Smith v. U.S. Department of the Treasury. However, given pending legal battles and legislative movements under the new administration, the status of the CTA could be facing imminent change. While there are several […]

USCIS Unveils Key Dates and Fee Increase for FY 2026 H-1B Cap Registration

Posted on February 14, 2025 by

For employers seeking to sponsor foreign national professionals, awareness of the H-1B cap registration deadline is critical. Registration for the FY 2026 H-1B Cap lottery will start at 12 p.m. Eastern Time on March 7 and end at 12 p.m. Eastern Time on March 24. This year, the registration fee has been increased to $215. […]

What to Expect When Your Employee is Expecting Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Posted on February 7, 2025 by and

For many years, employers have been operating within the confines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”), the Family Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), and the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (“WFEA”) when a pregnant employee needs time off or an accommodation. Now employers have a new law to consider, and one that is arguably more favorable […]

CTA Reporting Requirements Paused – FinCEN Under Pressure

Posted on January 24, 2025 by , and

In an alert posted this morning, FinCEN has announced that reporting companies are not currently required to file beneficial ownership reports even with the U.S. Supreme Court’s order yesterday. Instead of issuing a new deadline for filing reports, FinCEN stated that despite the Supreme Court granting a stay (i.e., pause) of the nationwide block on […]

Livin’ on a Stay: The CTA Saga Continues

Posted on January 23, 2025 by , and

The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) and its beneficial ownership reporting requirements are back in effect. Earlier today, the U.S. Supreme Court granted the federal government’s request to stay (i.e., pause) the nationwide block on enforcing the CTA. The merits of the CTA are still under review by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, with oral […]

Employers Should Pay Attention to Major Changes to Immigration Policy Under the Second Trump Administration

Posted on January 23, 2025 by

All employers, regardless of whether they sponsor employees for work visas, should closely monitor the Trump Administration’s evolving immigration policies. This is critical due to an anticipated surge in the enforcement of immigration laws and the potential labor supply disruptions stemming from significant changes to immigration policy. Employers who are unsure about their I-9 compliance, […]

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