Fricker Law | Probate Attorney Milwaukee - WI

A Heritage of Trusted Probate and Estate Legal Counsel Since 1954

For more than seven decades, Fricker Law has provided reassuring, client-focused legal counsel to generations of families across southeastern Wisconsin. Founded in 1954 by Earle Fricker in Milwaukee's Sherman Park neighborhood, the practice relocated in 2003 to its current location at 11601 W North Avenue in Wauwatosa. Today, owner and principal attorney Robert Fricker carries on this rich multi-generational tradition. A Milwaukee native, Robert earned his law degree with honors from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School in 1984 and has practiced law for over forty years.

Losing a loved one is an emotionally demanding experience, and handling court paperwork during probate can easily feel overwhelming. Attorney Robert Fricker and his dedicated legal team, including long-tenured legal assistants Patricia Gregorius and JoAnn Carini, help executors and families understand each requirement with clarity and empathy. If you need to find an attorney who specializes in estate administration or need a lawyer immediately after receiving complicated probate filings, Fricker Law delivers reliable advice, predictable flat fees, and unmatched familiarity with local Wisconsin courts.

Comprehensive Probate Administration and Estate Services

Probate law is the primary focus of Fricker Law. Whether an estate involves an extensive portfolio of assets or straightforward transfer-on-death documentation, the firm guides personal representatives through every statutory milestone:

Court Filings and Fiduciary Guidance

• Probate estate administration, preparing court petitions, inventorying assets, and meeting strict probate court deadlines.
• Informal and formal probate proceedings in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington counties.
• Will validation and contested estate guidance, helping resolve sibling disagreements or beneficiary misunderstandings effectively.
• Creditor notification and debt resolution, ensuring lawful payment order before estate funds are distributed to heirs.
• Fiduciary accounting and tax preparation support, protecting personal representatives from personal liability during administration.
• Real estate transfers during probate, assisting families with the sale or transfer of inherited residential homes and properties.

When deciding to hire a lawyer for estate administration, working with a firm that concentrates daily on probate matters saves valuable time and minimizes stressful complications.

Strategic Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, and Elder Law

In addition to settling estates after a loss, Fricker Law helps individuals and families plan thoughtfully for the future, establishing protective legal structures designed to avoid probate whenever possible:

Asset Protection and Healthcare Directives

• Last will and testament drafting, clearly setting forth wishes for asset distribution and designating guardians for minor children.
• Revocable living trusts, allowing assets to pass smoothly to beneficiaries without the delay and expense of court supervision.
• Durable financial powers of attorney, granting trusted individuals the authority to manage banking, bills, and property during incapacity.
• Healthcare powers of attorney and living wills, ensuring your medical choices and life-prolonging preferences are honored.
• Elder law planning, helping older adults protect hard-earned savings while planning for long-term care needs.
• Residential real estate deed preparation, including transfer-on-death deeds that keep family homes out of probate.

Whether you require a custom estate plan or experienced guidance through Wisconsin probate proceedings, Fricker Law stands ready to serve you with dignity, compassion, and unmatched professional experience in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.