About Timothy
Timothy E — Hawks is a seasoned employment and labor law attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Licensed to practice law in Wisconsin since 1981, he has built a robust career that spans over four decades. His legal expertise is further complemented by his membership in both the Iowa and Wisconsin State Bars. Notably, Hawks has served as a past chair and union representative director of the State Bar’s Labor and Employment Law Section, underscoring his commitment to the field. Hawks earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1979 — Prior to his law degree, he completed his undergraduate studies at Georgetown University.
His early career included a significant role on the staff of the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission, where he gained inexperience in labor relations. This foundational work paved the way for his future endeavors in private practice. In 2001, Hawks co-founded Hawks Quindel, S.C., a law firm specializing in employment, labor, and family law. The firm operates out of offices in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin, and has established a reputation for its dedication to client advocacy. Throughout his career, Hawks has represented a diverse array of clients, including the American Federation of Teachers-Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Education Association Council, and the Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin.
His work has had a lasting impact on labor relations in the state. Recognition has followed Hawks throughout his career. He has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2005 to 2023, highlighting his standing in the legal community. Additionally, he is a contributing author to "Wisconsin Employment Law," a three-volume treatise published by the State Bar of Wisconsin in 1994. Hawks has been involved in significant legal cases, such as representing the Wisconsin Education Association Council in a pivotal 2011 federal case.
His arbitration experience is also noteworthy; he represented the Caledonia Firefighters Protective Association in a 2019 arbitration case, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled advocate. In addition to his legal practice, Hawks has made substantial contributions to legal education. He taught "Industrial Relations in the Public Sector" for students enrolled in the Masters in Human Resources/Labor Relations Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Furthermore, he served as an adjunct professor at Marquette Law School. He taught "Public Sector Labor and Employment Law." Although Hawks retired from active practice in 2023, he remains a respected figure in the legal community, continuing to influence the next generation of attorneys and labor relations professionals.
