Bruce T. Block

Bruce T. Block is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in real estate law. He is of counsel at Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c., and he contributes his expertise to the firm’s real estate practice. His work has significantly shaped major development projects and public-private partnerships in Wisconsin.

Bruce holds a J.D., magna cum laude, from Boston University School of Law. He earned a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he graduated with honors and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.

Throughout his career, Bruce has built a reputation for guiding clients through complex real estate transactions. His practice focuses on areas such as land use planning, zoning, historic tax credits, tax increment financing, and eminent domain. He is known for fostering collaboration between developers and municipalities, ensuring successful outcomes for all parties involved.

Bruce has been a key leader on high-profile Milwaukee developments, including the Fiserv Forum and Deer District, the Milwaukee Riverwalk, and the transformation of the former Schlitz Brewery campus. He has also helped drive innovation-focused projects such as the UW–Milwaukee Innovation Campus and the 84South mixed-use development.

Bruce’s achievements have earned him widespread recognition. He has been named “Lawyer of the Year” multiple times for his work in land use and zoning. He is also a member of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and the Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame.

With a career spanning decades, Bruce T. Block continues to make a lasting impact on communities through his dedication to sustainable development and his commitment to his client’s success.

Law Office Affiliations

• Counsel, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.
• Member, American College of Real Estate Lawyers
• Board Chair, UW-Milwaukee Real Estate Foundation
• Trustee Emeritus, Wisconsin Policy Forum
• Board Chair and President, Wisconsin Preservation Fund, Inc.
• Member, Greater Milwaukee Committee
• Board Member and Secretary, Milwaukee Riverwalk District, Inc.

Licensed State

• Wisconsin
• Colorado

Education

• Boston University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison
  BA in Phi Beta Kappa with Magna Cum Laude

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