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John C. Mitby represents clients in Madison, Wisconsin across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About John C. Mitby
John C. Mitby serves as counsel for numerous businesses, engineering firms, insurance companies, financial institutions, and health care and elder care facilities. Mr. Mitby’s commercial practice includes resolving a variety of matters relating to contracts, real estate, employment, financing, and business and insurance litigation.
Since Jan. 1, 2015 Mr. Mitby is a senior partner Hurley, Burish & Stanton, S.C.
From 2009 to 2014 Mr. Mitby was Axley Brynelson, LLP's managing partner.; as well as handling numerous legal issues as listed below.
Mr. Mitby works with clients on acquisitions, including those involving professional and technical businesses, and provides general corporate oversight. He has provided counsel on many complex business and real estate transactions, such as the reorganization of a cooperative, the sale of America’s largest water park, the sale of a bank, and the sale of the House on the Rock, one of Wisconsin’s most prominent landmarks.
His litigation practice includes the defense of contract , insurance coverage issues, and other often highly complex business litigation matters. He also offers extensive experience as an arbitrator and mediator. If a legal matter is complex Mr. Mitby is often consulted. He has acted as an expert witness in professional matters. Former President of ABOTA, Chairperson of Litigation Section of State Bar, rated 10 by AVVO and top 25 Super Layer Attys. He has been recognized for numerous pro bono project's by Dane County and State Bar. He was also elected to the Madison Soccer hall of Fame for development of 16 filed soccer complex. He is President of the Van Wie and Olson Foundations.
Admitted to practice in Wisconsin state and federal courts. He is also admitted to practice in the state of Colorado and in the United States Supreme Court.
Credentials
Education
University of Wisconsin–Madison
J.D. · 1971
University of Wisconsin–Madison
BS
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Colorado, Colorado B
ACTIVE
Wisconsin, State Bar
ACTIVE
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Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Madison)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Madison)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Madison)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
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Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Architects and Engineers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nursing Homes
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
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Best Lawyers in America — Named the Best Lawyers© 2015 Litigation – Municipal “Lawyer of the Year” in Madison
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named 2013 Top Rated Lawyer in Healthcare Law on behalf of American Lawyer Media and Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named a 2013 Leaders in Law by the Wisconsin Law Journal
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named the Best Lawyers 2016 Litigation – Construction “Lawyer of the Year” in Madison
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named to the 2008 – 2016 Wisconsin Super Lawyers Lists (Primary Area of Practice: Business Litigation Law)
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Best Lawyers in America — Named one of Madison’s top Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediation attorneys by Madison Magazine
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in “Ten Who Made a Difference,” 2004
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Best Lawyers in America — Listed in “Know Your Madisonian,” 1988
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Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings™
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Best Lawyers in America — Member of 2013-2016 Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society
2026
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John C. Mitby focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation.
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John C. Mitby primarily serves clients in Madison, Wisconsin.
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