Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. - Appleton, WI
Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. is an elite corporate and litigation law firm in Appleton, Wisconsin, offering comprehensive legal strategies in business formation, complex litigation, commercial real estate, and employment law.
Strategic Legal Solutions for Wisconsin Businesses and Entrepreneurs
In the competitive corporate landscape, having a forward-thinking and sophisticated legal team is crucial to managing risk and seizing opportunities. Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. has spent over six decades establishing itself as one of Wisconsin's premier corporate and litigation law firms. Since our founding in 1957, our attorneys have worked collaboratively to guide multi-generational family businesses, growing enterprises, and multinational corporations through complex legal matters. Our Appleton office is proud to bring this deep bench of statewide resources and elite business acumen directly to the Fox Valley and northeastern Wisconsin.
Full-Service Corporate Representation and Transactional Support
At Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., our corporate attorneys are dealmakers and strategic advisors. We assist organizations at every stage of their business lifecycle, providing invaluable counsel across various transactional and regulatory fields:
- Business Formation and Governance: Structuring your company correctly is foundational. We advise founders on business formation, drafting bespoke bylaws, and corporate governance compliance to protect owners and stakeholders.
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Our highly ranked M&A team guides buyers and sellers through multi-million-dollar transactions, conducting rigorous due diligence and drafting powerful contract agreements that secure favorable terms.
- Commercial Real Estate: We represent developers, landlords, and tenants in complex commercial real estate transactions, managing zoning laws, commercial leasing, land acquisitions, and development financing.
- Labor and Employment Law: Employment issues require careful, preventative guidance. We help companies design comprehensive employment handbooks, navigate wage and hour regulations, and design executive compensation packages.
High-Stakes Business Litigation and Intellectual Property Defense
When business disputes threaten your bottom line, having an experienced trial advocate is non-negotiable. Our skilled commercial litigation attorneys possess the courtroom experience and strategic thinking necessary to resolve partnership disputes, contract breach claims, and antitrust concerns. Furthermore, our dedicated intellectual property team protects your valuable proprietary assets, representing clients in patent infringements, trademark protection, and trade secret enforcement.
An Unyielding Commitment to Client Success and Community Integration
What truly sets Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. apart is our steadfast adherence to our core values: client success, teamwork, integrity, trust, and a relentless work ethic. We do not just act as outside legal counsel; we aim to become a long-term business partner, deeply understanding your operations and goals to offer tailored legal solutions. If you need to hire an attorney with the sophistication of a national practice combined with deep local knowledge, contact our Appleton office today. Let our team champion your goals and help your business thrive.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
The firm is located in the heart of Downtown Appleton, right next to the vibrant Houdini Plaza and steps away from the active West College Avenue commercial district.
Building Location
This is a premium, five-story Class A professional office building known as the Appleton Center located at 100 W Lawrence St. It is situated directly adjacent to Houdini Plaza, and houses several prominent businesses.
Parking Details
Clients can use the multi-level, heated underground parking garage within the Appleton Center or look for convenient street parking near Houdini Plaza.
Public Transit
Served by Valley Transit Route 1 (Outbound); nearest stop is at the Appleton Transit Center.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the remodeled main lobby of the Appleton Center. Take the elevator to the fourth floor to find the offices of Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. in Suite 422.