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Madeline Schlederer
Senior Litigation Attorney

About Madeline Schlederer, Senior Litigation Attorney

Madeline Schlederer transitioned into family law after beginning her legal career in transactional intellectual property law. She was drawn to family law by a desire for more personal client interaction and the opportunity to make a direct, meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, navigating some of life’s most personal and challenging struggles.

Licenses

Ms. Schlederer is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.

Education

  • Indiana University Maurer School of Law | Juris Doctor
  • Purdue University | B.S. Civil Engineering

Professional Experience

Previously, Ms. Schlederer has practiced:

  • Family Law | 2 years
  • Patent Law | 10 years
  • Intellectual Property Law | 4 years

Associations

  • Milwaukee Bar Association| 2017 – 2022
  • Association of Women Lawyers | 2017 – 2022, 2025 – present |Attorney Profile Writer | 2021-2022
  • Volunteer Tutor at SEAL, Inc. | 2018-2025 | Member Board of Directors | 2019-2021
  • Big Sister for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee | 2017-2023
  • Volunteer Coach for Pathways High School Mock Trial Course | 2022
  • Host Parents for AFS Intercultural Programs | 2019-2020

Certifications

  • Certified Family Law Mediator | Certified in 2025
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