Eric A. Ristau

Eric A. Ristau is a Shareholder who helps businesses, financial institutions, and individuals address important legal and financial matters. His practice focuses on creditors’ rights and collections, real estate, and estate planning. He enjoys working with a wide range of clients and providing practical legal guidance tailored to their needs.

Eric earned a B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. During his studies, he received University Honors, Economics Departmental Honors, and recognition as a Rath Scholar. He later earned his J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School, preparing for a legal career focused on business and financial matters.

Eric is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Dane County Bar Association, the Western District Bankruptcy Bar Association, and the Bankruptcy, Insolvency, and Creditors’ Rights Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin. Through these professional organizations, he remains active in legal issues affecting businesses, creditors, and individuals.

Eric represents clients in creditors’ rights and collections matters, real estate transactions, and estate planning. His work includes serving local financial institutions, businesses, and individuals seeking practical solutions to legal challenges. He focuses on helping clients understand their options and move forward with confidence in important financial and planning decisions.

Eric has been recognized by Super Lawyers for his professional achievements. His commitment to client service and legal excellence has helped build strong relationships throughout the communities he serves. He works closely with clients to provide clear advice and dependable representation across a variety of legal matters and concerns.

Eric A. Ristau is also active in community service. He has been a member of the DeForest Chamber of Commerce since 2014 and serves on the Business and Education Partnership Committee. He also served as a Board Member of REACH-A-Child, Inc. from 2015 to 2021, supporting meaningful community initiatives and outreach efforts.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Laffey, Sebranek, Auby & Ristau, S.C.
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member, Dane County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Wisconsin Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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