About Lynn
Lynn R — Laufenberg is a seasoned personal injury attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He earned his Juris Doctor cum laude from Marquette University Law School in 1975. Prior to this achievement, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin–Platteville in 1972. These academic credentials laid the foundation for a distinguished legal career dedicated to advocating for clients in personal injury cases. In 2000, Laufenberg founded Laufenberg Law Group, S.C., where he focused on personal injury litigation. This marked a significant milestone in his career. This lets the attorney establish a practice that supports his helping individuals handle the requirements of personal injury law. Before founding his own firm, he was a shareholder at Cannon & Dunphy from 1988 to 2000, where he developed his skills in trial advocacy.
His earlier experience includes a tenure at Frisch, Dudek & Slattery, Ltd. from 1976 to 1988. Laufenberg's legal journey began as a law clerk for the Wisconsin Supreme Court from 1975 to 1976. This gives invaluable insights into the judicial process. Throughout his career, Laufenberg has been actively involved in various professional organizations. He served on the Board of Governors of the State Bar of Wisconsin from 2007 to 2015, contributing to the governance of the legal profession in the state. His leadership extended to the Litigation Section, where he chaired from 2002 to 2006. Since 1988, he has been a member of the Wisconsin Association for Justice, taking on the role of president in 2003.
Additionally, Laufenberg is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the American Association for Justice, further demonstrating his dedication to the legal field. Laufenberg's contributions to the legal community have not gone unnoticed — In 2006, he received the Robert L. Habush Trial Lawyer of the Year Award from the Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers, evidence of his skill and dedication. He has been consistently recognized in Wisconsin Super Lawyers from 2005 to 2010 and has been included in Best Lawyers since 1995. These accolades highlight his standing as a respected figure in personal injury law. In 2016, Laufenberg joined Gingras, Cates & Wachs, LLP, where he leads the firm’s new Milwaukee-area office. He continues to represent clients in personal injury and product liability cases, upholding the professional principles that have guided his career. Laufenberg is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and before the U.S.
District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. The U.S. Court of Claims. His experience and commitment to his clients make him a advocate in the legal arena.
