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Kathryn Farnsworth, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Madison, Wisconsin

focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

Trusted medical malpractice attorney serving Madison.

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Kathryn Farnsworth is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs.

Based in
Madison, WISCONSIN
Experience
attorney
Known for
Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Madison, WISCONSIN.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026).

About Kathryn Farnsworth: Kathryn Farnsworth is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs.

Areas of practice

Kathryn's practice areas in Madison

Kathryn concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathryn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Madison, Wisconsin

Kathryn takes medical malpractice matters in Madison, 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Madison, Wisconsin

Kathryn takes personal injury matters in Madison, 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 Kathryn agrees to represent you.

Biography

Kathryn Farnsworth, medical malpractice attorney serving Madison

Kathryn Farnsworth is an attorney based in Madison, WISCONSIN. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs. Kathryn works from Madison, Wisconsin and takes on medical malpractice matters across the region.

Kathryn Farnsworth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Kathryn, who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathryn is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Kathryn on a medical malpractice matter

Kathryn Farnsworth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Kathryn, who practices law in Madison, Wisconsin, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kathryn is held by other top lawyers in the…

Who Kathryn represents

Kathryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Madison and the surrounding Wisconsin area.

Recognition

Kathryn's legal honors and published work

Kathryn has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Kathryn Farnsworth's office in Madison

Kathryn's primary office is at 8150 Excelsior Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53717. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gingras, Thomsen & Wachs

8150 Excelsior Drive

Madison, Wisconsin 53717

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kathryn Farnsworth — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kathryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn'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; Kathryn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Madison, Wisconsin

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Kathryn

Kathryn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice 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. Kathryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kathryn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kathryn Farnsworth

  • How much does it cost to hire Kathryn for a medical malpractice case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kathryn offer a free consultation?

    Kathryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathryn's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Kathryn's current terms during booking.

  • How long do medical malpractice cases in Wisconsin typically take?

    Simple medical malpractice 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. Kathryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kathryn take my case if I'm outside Madison?

    Kathryn 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 — Kathryn 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 Kathryn?

    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. Kathryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kathryn accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

    Kathryn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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