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Municipal Counsel & Prosecution | Southwest Wisconsin
Practical Municipal Counsel—Proactive, Precise, and Responsive
Local government runs on clear process and public trust. Jacob provides municipal advisement and prosecution grounded in hands‑on experience at Stafford Rosenbaum LLP (as a clerk) and Duxstad McDaniel Law Group (as an associate). He's worked on municipal prosecutions (ordinance and traffic), ordinance drafting, board and council advisement, and a range of day‑to‑day matters that keep local government moving.
Proudly serving municipalities in around Dane, Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, and Rock Counties, Wisconsin.
Example Services Available
Municipal Prosecution (Ordinance & Traffic)
- Case review and charging recommendations
- Consistent resolution practices and plea frameworks
- Court appearances and motion practice
- Coordination with law enforcement and municipal staff
Ordinance Drafting & Code Updates
- Drafting and updating municipal codes (general and subject‑specific)
- Policy alignment and legislative history notes
- Implementation guidance for staff and enforcement
Meetings, Records & Ethics
- Open Meetings Law: agendas, notices, closed sessions, and minutes
- Public Records Law: requests, retention, and responses
- Conflicts of interest and ethics training for officials and staff
Contracts & Intergovernmental Agreements
- Vendor and professional‑services agreements
- Intergovernmental cooperation (shared services, joint powers)
- Procurement and RFP/RFQ guidance
Land Use & Licensing (Selected Matters)
- Licensing and permitting process guidance
- Enforcement strategies that prioritize compliance and fairness
Jacob's Background Brings Value
- Prosecution Experience: Hands‑on prosecution of municipal and traffic matters provides realistic charging and resolution insights.
- Drafting Perspective: Ordinance work informed by practical enforcement and public‑facing clarity.
- Board/Council Advisement: Action‑oriented guidance that balances legal risk, operational needs, and community expectations.
- J.D./MBA: Decisions framed with both legal analysis and operational impact (i.e., budget-consciousness).
Seeking Counsel?
Schedule a consultation or contact me regarding your RFP today.