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Brandt Swardenski

 Brandt Swardenski graduated from the University Colorado-Boulder School of Law in 2006. Shortly thereafter he returned to the Fox Valley and joined the State Public Defender's Office.  In the first 12 years of his legal career, Attorney Swardenski represented the indigent accused. He not only addressed the current criminal charges in front of his clients, but also guided them to get out of addiction, poverty, domestic violence, or just start the process of living a productive life. His role positioned him in a courtroom on a daily basis, fighting against superior powers of the state to ensure his clients are treated equally and with understanding. 

He uses those same finely honed skills to advocate for clients in all family law matters, working to assure that they come through the process with their interests protected and their voices heard. Years of experience in the courtroom allows Attorney Swardenski to anticipate individual judges approaches to issues. This particular guidance is invaluable in the highly discretionary area of family law.

In the early part of his life, Attorney Swardenski learned that the world is often run by whoever shows up at the meeting. As a result, he makes sure he shows up for that meeting whenever possible. He has been a member of the board for non-profit organizations, collaborative justice initiatives, and statewide efforts to eliminate racial differences in the juvenile justice system. 

Outside of the office, you will find him trying to be a cyclist, seeking solace on his kayak, over enthusiastically discussing Packer football, or just watching his two children grow. Contact him today to get the services of an experienced and compassionate counselor who will consider the whole of your life as he guides you through your current legal problem.

 Reid Buchinger

Reid Buchinger graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School with high honors. After graduating law school, Reid practiced complex civil litigation and defended doctors, hospitals, and large businesses in civil disputes.

Attorney Buchinger now draws on his training as a civil litigator to assist individuals and families that find themselves at the center of litigation. Attorney Buchinger also draws on his experience to litigate business disputes, real estate disputes, and landlord-tenant actions.

Oftentimes, attorneys in the family law practice will take a “one size fits all” approach to cases. Reid prides himself on custom tailoring each case to the client’s needs and goals. When working with Reid, you will be asked to establish clearly defined goals at the outset of representation. The strategy in your matter will be tailored to achieve your goals. In some cases, this means taking a collaborative approach to identify commonalities and a mutually agreeable resolution between all parties. In other cases, this means taking an aggressive approach from the outset.

When client goals cannot be reached through an agreement, Attorney Buchinger has the tools and experience at his disposal to bring the issues to trial and has successfully taken civil litigation and family matters through trial.

Mr. Buchinger prides himself on his work ethic and is likely the only attorney in Winnebago County that was once forklift certified. While most of his peers were working at unpaid internships in office settings during their formative years of education, Reid was driving forklift for ten hours a day while also working nights at a local nursing home. He did so to pay his way through undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Reid applies this same grit and work ethic to his practice of law. Contact Reid today to get in touch with a down to earth attorney who will custom tailor representation to achieve your goals.