Dean R. Rohde

Dean R. Rohde

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Bye, Goff & Rohde

Car Accident Lawyers in River Falls, WI in River Falls, WI

River Falls, WI715-425-8161
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About Dean R. Rohde

Dean is a trial attorney who is dedicated to representing clients in personal injury cases. His interest in the law began at a young age, when he read a book about lawyers at age 10. Born in Marshfield, Wisconsin, Dean comes from a family with deep roots in Wisconsin agriculture, including his grandfather, who was the President of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, and his father, who held the position of Wisconsin Secretary of Agriculture. Dean pursued a degree in Agricultural Business Management and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Agriculture fraternity at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he met his wife, Laurie, and became a lifelong Badger fan. After working as a Bank Loan Officer, Dean returned to UW-Madison to earn an M.B.A. before obtaining his law degree. During law school, Dean and his wife served as "houseparents" for a sorority, providing housing for around 50 women on the shore of Lake Mendota. Dean is an experienced trial attorney who is passionate about representing clients in court. He enjoys the challenge of presenting his clients' cases to a jury and counts Trials as the most exciting and satisfying aspect of his work. Dean takes pride in his attention to detail and is committed to helping his clients navigate the legal system with confidence. He loves getting good results for his clients and knowing he has helped them get through a difficult part of their life. Outside of work, Dean enjoys many outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, golf, tennis, boating, ATV'ing, snowmobiling, and gardening. He has been involved in many civic organizations, including serving as the President of the River Falls Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Foundation Board of the Chippewa Valley Technical College, and being on the Board of Directors of the River Falls Community Foundation. He loves to travel and counts Greece as his favorite destination so far. In his home office, he has a 48" Northern Pike caught in Manitoba, Canada, hanging on the wall. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Dean R. Rohde included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Best Lawyers (2021 – 2026) Wisconsin Super Lawyers (2006 – 2007, 2011 – 2012, 2016 – 2024) National Trial Lawyers Top 100 – Civil Plaintiff AV Preeminant Peer Review Rating - LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell Top Attorneys In Wisconsin - Personal Injury Plaintiff: General Law - 2011 Top Attorneys In Wisconsin - Personal Injury Plaintiff: General Litigation- 2012 U.S. News Best Law Firms - Best Law Firms 2013 Litigation Counsel of America Fellow Other Sources of Feedback About Dean R. Rohde Included on the 2025Wisconsin Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2024 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2023 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2022 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2021 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2020 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2019 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2018 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2017 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2016 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2012 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2011 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2007 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list 2006 Wisconsin Super Lawyers list

Education

Legal Education

  • University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
  • J.D.

Non Legal Education

  • University of Wisconsin, Madison
  • M.B.A.
  • B.S.

Current Employment Position(s)

  • Shareholder

Classes and Seminars

  • No Bones About It, Bye, Goff & Rohde, Ltd., 2006
  • Representative Clients
  • Est. of Yang v. Smith, No. 2023AP1576, 2025 WL 1112788 (Wis. Ct. App. 2025)
  • Devenport v. Paper Recycling, et al, 234 Wis. 2d 150, 610 N.W. 2d 512 (2001)
  • Estate of Brian Peters, et. al v. Menards, Inc. , 224Wis. 2nd 174, 589 N.W. 2d 395 (1999)
  • Halverson v. River Falls Youth Hockey Ass’n, 226 Wis. 2d 105, 593 N.W.2d 895 (Ct. App. 1999)
  • Peters v. Menard, Inc., 224 Wis. 2d 174, 589 N.W.2d 395 (1999)

Representative Cases

  • Rentmeester v. Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co., et. al.
  • Citation: 164 Wis. 2d 1, 473 N.W.2d 160
  • Court: Ct. App.
  • Year: 1991
  • Estate of Brian Peters, et al v. Menards, Inc. et al.
  • Citation: 224 Wis.2d 174, 589 N.W.2d. 395
  • Year: 1999
  • Devenport v. Paper Recycling, et. al
  • Citation: 234 Wis. 2d 150, 610 N.W.2d 512
  • Year: 2001

Bar Admissions

  • Wisconsin, 1989
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • Specialties and Certifications
  • Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy, 1999

Other Affiliations

  • St. Croix Valley Bar Association (Member)
  • State Bar of Wisconsin (Member)
  • Wisconsin Association for Justice (Member)
  • American Association for Justice (Member)
  • Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
  • Diversity Law Institute
  • Trial Law Institute

Attorney Details

Full NameDean R. Rohde
FirmBye, Goff & Rohde
AddressRiver Falls, WI, 258 Riverside Drive, River Falls, WI
Phone715-425-8161
Phone715-425-7413
Websitewww.byegoff.com
Websitewww.byegoff.com/blog
New Clients Currently accepting
Consultation Free initial consultation