Chad R. Levanetz

Chad R. Levanetz is an attorney at Ruder Ware in Green Bay, Wisconsin, whose practice focuses on business and commercial litigation. He represents clients in state and federal courts throughout Wisconsin and advises financial institutions, manufacturers, construction companies, and other businesses. His work includes commercial contract disputes, ownership conflicts, employment litigation, fiduciary matters, appeals, mediation, and risk management. He tailors litigation strategies to client goals while evaluating opportunities for efficient resolution.

Levanetz earned his J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 2005 and a B.S., cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 2000. His education provided a strong foundation in legal analysis, advocacy, and practical problem solving. This training supports his ability to assess complicated business disputes, identify financial and operational risks, and guide clients through negotiations, administrative proceedings, arbitration, trial, and appellate matters.

Levanetz has handled a wide range of significant disputes. His recent experience includes defending a financial institution against fraud, civil theft, and Fair Credit Reporting Act claims, as well as defending intentional tort allegations involving conversion and interference with contractual relationships. He has also represented clients in construction disputes, misrepresentation and warranty claims, theft-by-contractor matters, cargo loss disputes under the Carmack Amendment, and breach of contract cases.

Chad R. Levanetz has been recognized eight times as a Wisconsin Super Lawyers Rising Star. He is admitted to practice before the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the federal district courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. He is also a member of the Transportation Law Association and the Honorable Robert J. Parins Legal Society of Northeast Wisconsin. His community service includes board roles with Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin and the Northeastern Wisconsin Lutheran School Association.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C.
• Member, Transportation Law Association

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• Marquette University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin
  Bachelor of Science (BS)