James A. Spella

James A. Spella is a Wisconsin lawyer at Schloemer Law Firm who advises clients on estate planning, business succession planning, business organization, contracts, residential and commercial real estate, and related tax issues. His practice also includes business law and corporate law, real estate law, estate planning, and mergers and acquisitions. He approaches legal work as a transactional problem solver, helping clients plan and create practical solutions before disputes or complications develop for future stability.

Mr. Spella earned his B.A. in Accounting from Marquette University and his J.D. from Marquette University Law School. Early in his career, he worked as a tax attorney at Arthur Andersen & Company. That tax background supports his ability to evaluate planning choices, business structures, property transactions, succession concerns, and tax implications that often arise when clients make important financial, business, and estate decisions with care, precision, and practical judgment statewide.

Mr. Spella is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin, American Bar Association, and Washington County Bar Association, where he served as past president. His community involvement includes service with the Washington County Ethics Board, West Bend Economic Development Corporation, West Bend Noon Rotary Club, West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce, West Bend Community Foundation, Threshold Foundation, and other civic organizations connected to local service and philanthropy in Wisconsin communities.

James A. Spella has also been recognized for professional service, including the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s 2017 Professional Adviser of the Year honor and the Wisconsin State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division Outstanding Mentor award in 2021. His work emphasizes practical advice, stated objectives, and useful exit strategies. Through careful planning and clear guidance, Mr. Spella helps clients protect interests and move forward with confidence through complex legal matters statewide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Schloemer Law Firm
• Member, Wisconsin Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Past President, Washington County Bar Association
• Member, Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

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

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