Margaret Mary Serrano, Copyright Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Entertainment, and Trademark · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatPlanbrand Law Firm
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing copyright in Milwaukee since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Margaret Mary Serrano is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and Trademark. Margaret has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Planbrand Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Copyright · Entertainment · Trademark
- Handles Copyright, Entertainment, and Trademark matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Margaret Mary Serrano: Margaret Mary Serrano is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and Trademark. Margaret has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Planbrand Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Margaret Mary Serrano
Margaret concentrates on copyright, entertainment, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margaret handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Copyright
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Entertainment
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Trademark
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Copyright cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Margaret takes copyright matters in Milwaukee, 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 Margaret agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Margaret takes entertainment matters in Milwaukee, 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 Margaret agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Margaret takes trademark matters in Milwaukee, 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 Margaret agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Margaret Mary Serrano — Over 36 years of Wisconsin copyright experience
Margaret Mary Serrano is a member based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and Trademark. Margaret has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Planbrand Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Margaret Mary Serrano is a lawyer practicing trademarks, copyrights, advertising and marketing and 4 other areas of law. Margaret received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1976, and has been licensed for 36 years. Margaret practices at PlanBrand Law Firm in Milwaukee, WI.
How Margaret handles copyright matters
Atty. Margaret Mary Serrano is a lawyer practicing trademarks, copyrights, advertising and marketing and 4 other areas of law. Margaret received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 1976, and has been licensed for 36 years. Margaret practices at PlanBrand Law Firm in Milwaukee, WI.
Who Margaret represents
Margaret reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, entertainment, and trademark matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Margaret Mary Serrano's legal education and bar admissions
St. Louis University
J.D. · 1990
University of Toronto
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Margaret's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1996 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1990 · ACTIVE
Margaret studied at J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Margaret completed J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in University of Toronto. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Margaret runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Margaret Mary Serrano
Margaret has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Margaret's professional memberships and bar associations
Milwaukee and American (Member, Section on Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law) Bar Associations The Missouri Bar State Bar of Wisconsin Arizona Women Lawyers Association
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Locations
Margaret Mary Serrano's office in Milwaukee
Margaret's primary office is at 2821 E. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53207-3047. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Margaret Mary Serrano — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Margaret. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing copyright attorneys in Milwaukee.
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How to hire Margaret Mary Serrano — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new copyright attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margaret usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Margaret charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margaret'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; Margaret will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a copyright attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 Margaret
Margaret discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in copyright practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every copyright 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. Margaret confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Margaret's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many copyright practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Margaret Mary Serrano
How much does it cost to hire Margaret for a copyright case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margaret walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Margaret offer a free consultation?
Margaret charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margaret's office. Some copyright attorneys offer free consults — check Margaret's current terms during booking.
How long do copyright cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple copyright 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. Margaret gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Margaret take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Margaret 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 — Margaret 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 Margaret?
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. Margaret will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Margaret accepting new copyright clients right now?
Margaret'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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