Sheila L. Shadman Emerson

Sheila L. Shadman Emerson

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Halloin Law Group, S.C.

Construction Lawyers in Milwaukee, WI in Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee, WI414-338-9949
ConstructionInsuranceBad Faith InsuranceReal EstateBusiness & Commercial LawHousing Defects

About Sheila L. Shadman Emerson

Sheila is an associate attorney at Halloin Law Group, S.C., licensed in both Illinois and Wisconsin. Her practice focuses on business, construction, and real estate litigation, and insurance recovery. Sheila has achieved notable success advocating on behalf of her clients who are dealing with highly complex, pressing legal challenges. At all turns, she delivers the personalized attention her clients deserve while working aggressively to help them obtain the favorable results they expect for their legal matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. While attending Marquette University Law School, Sheila participated in the Street Law Program, in which she taught high school students substantive law and led her class to victory at a citywide mock trial competition in Milwaukee. Sheila then served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Marquette University Law School, where she was as a Director of the Street Law Program for ten years. Sheila has been selected by Super Lawyers to the 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Wisconsin Rising Stars list. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, honors attorneys who exhibit excellence in the practice of law. Every year, attorneys are selected through a multiphase process based on nominations, independent research and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars designation from Super Lawyers represents only 2.5% of all licensed attorneys in the state of Wisconsin. In her free time, Sheila enjoys traveling, running, and spending time with her family. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Sheila L. Shadman Emerson included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors 2024 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2023 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2022 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2021 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2020 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2019 Wisconsin Rising Star from Super Lawyers 2016 Recognized by Wisconsin Law Journal, "Women in the Law" Other Sources of Feedback About Sheila L. Shadman Emerson 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

Education

Legal Education

  • Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 2011
  • J.D.
  • Honors: Dean's List

Non Legal Education

  • Moot Court: General Board Member
  • Moot Court: Competitor - Evan A. Evans Constitutional Law Moot Court Competition
  • Honors: Runner-up Best Petitioner Brief Award, 2011
  • Raise the Bar, Secretary
  • University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin, 2008
  • Major: Communication Arts
  • Major: Spanish

Current Employment Position(s)

  • Attorney

Past Positions

  • West Allis City Attorney's Office, Legal Intern, 2010 - 2011
  • Street Law, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Student Teacher, 2009 - 2010
  • Street Law, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Program Director and Adjunct Assistant Professor, 2012 - 2022
  • Dane County Circuit Court, The Honorable Sarah O'Brien, Judicial Intern, 2009
  • Languages
  • English (Primary)

Classes and Seminars

  • Marquette University Law School Milwaukee Street Law Program Director and Adjunct Assistant Professor, Marquette University, 2012 - 2022
  • Don’t Get Sued! Practical Tips for Avoiding Real Estate Litigation, Halloin & Murdock, S.C., 2014

Pro Bono Activities

  • Girls on the Run, Former Coach
  • Marquette University Legal Clinic, Volunteer, 2008

Bar Admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeals 7th Circuit, 2023
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
  • Wisconsin, 2011
  • Illinois, 2011

Other Affiliations

  • Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Greater Milwaukee, associate member, 2015 - Present
  • National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), 2016 - Present
  • Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee (MBA), 2015 - Present
  • Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA), 2015 - Present
  • National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), 2015 - Present
  • State Bar of Wisconsin
  • Milwaukee Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • Fraternities and Sororities
  • Phi Alpha Delta

Attorney Details

Full NameSheila L. Shadman Emerson
FirmHalloin Law Group, S.C.
Address839 North Jefferson Street, Suite 503, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone414-338-9949
Phone414-732-2422
Websitewww.halloinlawgroup.com
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