Erik Maris Bergmanis, Personal Injury Attorney in Amery, Wisconsin
Over 36 years of legal practice · 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatNovitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis
Amery, WI
Practicing personal injury in Amery since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Erik Maris Bergmanis is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Erik has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Amery, WI
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Amery, WI.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Erik Maris Bergmanis: Erik Maris Bergmanis is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Erik has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Erik Maris Bergmanis
Erik concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erik handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Amery, Wisconsin
Erik takes personal injury matters in Amery, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Erik Maris Bergmanis — Over 36 years of Wisconsin personal injury experience
Erik Maris Bergmanis is a member based in Amery, WI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Erik has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Erik Maris Bergmanis is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Erik received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Erik practices at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis in Amery, WI.
How Erik handles personal injury matters
Atty. Erik Maris Bergmanis is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Erik received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Erik practices at Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis in Amery, WI.
The kind of cases Erik takes
Erik reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Amery and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Erik Maris Bergmanis's legal education and bar admissions
William Mitchell College of Law
J.D. · 1990
University of Minnesota
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Erik's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
2006 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1990 · ACTIVE
Erik studied at J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in University of Minnesota.
Law school and academic background
Erik completed J.D. in William Mitchell College of Law and B.A. in University of Minnesota. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erik runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Erik Maris Bergmanis
Erik has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Erik's professional memberships and bar associations
Ramsey County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
Erik Maris Bergmanis's office in Amery
Erik's primary office is at 314 N. Keller Ave., Ste. 200, Amery, WI, 54001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Novitzke, Gust, Sempf, Whitley & Bergmanis
314 N. Keller Ave., Ste. 200
Amery, WI 54001
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Client reviews of Erik Maris Bergmanis — 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Erik. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Amery.
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How to hire Erik Maris Bergmanis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erik usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erik charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Erik will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Amery, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Erik
Erik discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Erik confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erik's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erik Maris Bergmanis
How much does it cost to hire Erik for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erik walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erik offer a free consultation?
Erik charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Erik's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Erik gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erik take my case if I'm outside Amery?
Erik is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Erik will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Erik?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Erik will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erik accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Erik's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Amery, Milwaukee and Madison in Wisconsin
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