Teri M. Nelson

Teri M. Nelson, a partner and shareholder at Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach, LLC, offers personalized and effective legal representation in family law. With over 25 years of experience, she is committed to guiding clients through difficult situations with clarity and support, striving for fair and efficient resolutions in every case.

Teri earned her J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1991 and completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1989. She is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. She is also a certified specialist in collaborative divorce, emphasizing cooperative solutions for family disputes.

Teri focuses on various family law issues, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and post-judgment disputes. She is committed to helping clients reach amicable resolutions but is also a strong courtroom advocate when litigation is necessary. Her approach ensures clients receive realistic expectations about their legal options, financial implications, and potential outcomes.

Recognized for her excellence, Teri has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2017 to 2023 and was honored as a Leading Lawyer by MKE Lifestyle Magazine in 2014, 2015, and 2019. She has also been listed in Who’s Who in America for her contributions to family law.

Teri M. Nelson is an active member of the American Bar Association Family Law Section, Wisconsin Bar Association Family Law Section, and Milwaukee Bar Association Family Law Section. She also serves on the Milwaukee County Family Bench-Bar Committee, furthering her commitment to the legal community.

Teri’s client-centered approach and her deep knowledge of family law make her a trusted advocate for individuals facing complex legal matters related to divorce, custody, and financial settlements.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner/Shareholder, Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach, LLC
• Member, American Society of Legal Advocates
• Member, Divorce Cooperation Institute, Inc.
• Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Wisconsin Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Milwaukee Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Milwaukee County Family Bench-Bar Committee

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

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

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