Ronald J. Sonderhouse

Ronald J. Sonderhouse is a Wisconsin attorney with more than twenty-five years of legal experience representing clients in family law, criminal defense, juvenile matters, probate, and estate planning. He is well respected within the Waukesha County court system and is known for steady advocacy and sound judgment. His practice focuses on guiding clients through complex legal issues with clarity, preparation, and practical solutions across courts throughout Wisconsin.

Mr. Sonderhouse earned his J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and holds a B.A. in Business from Michigan State University. He also earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy. His education supports strong legal analysis, financial understanding, and client-focused problem solving, allowing him to address both legal and practical concerns in a wide range of matters involving criminal, family, probate, juvenile, and estate planning issues statewide.

Mr. Sonderhouse began his legal career representing diverse clients in Michigan before continuing his practice in Wisconsin. He has handled criminal, family, probate, and juvenile cases for decades and has served as a supplemental court commissioner for multiple judges. His leadership experience includes serving as president of county bar associations and holding advisory roles within legal and civic organizations focused on ethics, mentorship, community service, public trust, accountability, and justice.

Ronald J. Sonderhouse has earned professional recognition for legal ability and ethical standards throughout his career. He is admitted to practice in Wisconsin, Michigan, and federal courts. Clients value his experience, courtroom knowledge, and balanced approach to problem-solving. His career reflects dedication to responsible advocacy, public service, and dependable legal representation for individuals and families facing challenging legal matters in criminal, family, probate, juvenile, and estate-related cases statewide.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Bucher, Wolff & Sonderhouse, LLP
• Member, Wisconsin State Bar
• President Elect, Waukesha County Bar Association
• Member, New Berlin Teen Court
• Legal Advisor, Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
• Member, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Licensed State

• Wisconsin
• Michigan

Education

• University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Detroit Mercy
  MA in Business Administration
• Michigan State University
  BA in Business

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