Heather M. Huebner

Heather M. Huebner

Heather M. Huebner

Heather M. Huebner

Attorney Huebner works in the areas of Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Business Law. She was raised in Marinette, Wisconsin and attended Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin for her undergraduate degree. Heather is a graduate of Vermont Law School, where she earned her Business Law Certificate and Masters in Energy Regulation & Law magna cum laude. During law school, she served as an active leader of the Business Law Society and helped community members overcome legal obstacles as a Clinician in the Institute for Energy and the Environment. Before coming to the firm, she returned to her hometown to assist clients with forming small businesses, transferring assets, and preparing estate plans. Community involvement is important to Heather and she enjoys partnering with local groups and non-profit organizations in Central Wisconsin. Heather works closely with her clients to guide them as they develop local businesses, settle estates, and prepare estate plans for their lasting legacy.

Testimonials

“We were very pleased with our experience with Anderson Obrien. Attorney Huebner gave us a good understanding of all that was involved in the process as we sought to create our will. It could be considered a complicated process, but she made it easy for us. It is good to have everything now in order and very much appreciate her competent assistance.” P and K G.   M.C.

Education

Lawrence University (2011)
Vermont Law School (J.D., 2017)
Vermont Law School (Masters, 2017)

Professional Activities

American Bar Association
State Bar of Wisconsin
Business Law Section
Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
Young Lawyers Division
Portage County Bar Association

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin

Community Activities

Marinette & Menominee Area Community Foundation
Board of Directors
Rotary Club of Greater Portage County
Former Secretary
Mid-State Technical College Foundation
Vice President of Board of Directors
Women’s Fund of Portage County
Board of Directors
Leadership Portage County
2023 Graduate 

 

Steven H. Thompson

Steven H. Thompson

Steven H. Thompson

Steven H. Thompson

Steven H. Thompson, an associate at Anderson O’Brien, LLP, focuses primarily on Estate Planning, Real Estate, and Business Law. He was raised in Eagle River, Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh for his bachelor’s degree and the University of Wisconsin Law School for his law degree. In law school Steven became interested in business and estate planning law, and served as the law school’s representative with the Real Property Probate and Trust Section of the State Bar, as well as completing his concentration in Estate Planning, with honors.

Education

University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh (2015)
University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D. 2018)

Professional Activities

State Bar of Wisconsin
Business Law Section
Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Section
Taxation Section
Young Lawyers Division
Portage County Bar

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin

Community Activities

Portage County Public Library Foundation
Vice President
Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin’s Scholarship Selection Committee
Member
Entrepreneurial Training Program
Presenter
United Way of Portage County
Board of Directors
Endowment Committee

Amy J. Eddy

Amy J. Eddy

Amy J. Eddy

Amy J. Eddy

Amy graduated with honors from UW-Stevens Point in 1992, and after eight years of professional experience in social work and family counseling, she earned her law degree from the University of Wisconsin. Amy is a Certified Elder Law Attorney and received her certification from the National Elder Law Foundation, which is the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer a certification in the elder law area. Becoming certified in elder law validates a lawyer’s specialty to handle issues that affect senior citizens. Her areas of practice include estate settlements, estate planning, special needs trusts, Medicaid planning and elder law. Special needs planning for disabled and elderly individuals has been a focus of her practice for the past several years.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (1992)
University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D. 2000)

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Wisconsin
U. S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
United States Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit

Professional Activities

State Bar of Wisconsin
Elder Law Section
Property and Probate Section

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Member

Wisconsin Chapter  – National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Advisory Committee Member

Community Activities

Portage County Elder Abuse Interdisciplinary Team
Member
Very Young Composers, Inc.
Board Member and Chair
ODC, Inc
Board of Directors
Redeemer Lutheran Church Endowment Committee

 

Certifications

Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation

David M. James

David M. James

David M. James

David M. James

David M. James, a partner at Anderson O’Brien, LLP, focuses primarily on Estate Planning and Business Law. When working with clients on their estate planning needs, he works to protect the client’s assets with careful tax planning, while helping to ensure that their wishes are carried out. Business clients can count on Dave at all stages of their business ventures from formation, through operations, to sale or family succession.

Service to the community is an important part of the culture at Anderson O’Brien, LLP. Most recently Dave has worked with North Central Conservancy Trust, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving the natural heritage of Central Wisconsin through the protection of land. Dave also supports his alma mater, UW-Stevens Point by serving as corporate counsel for the UWSP Foundation. He is also a veteran and served in Iraq during 2009 as a member of Wisconsin’s 32nd Brigade Combat Team.

Dave enjoys the challenges that a law practice brings, in particular, he likes being able to help his clients work through the legal obstacles that life can present. Whether it is forming an LLC for an entrepreneur, or helping to preserve a grandparent’s legacy, Dave works with his clients to secure their future and peace of mind.

Testimonials

“Recently, on the behalf of others, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Attorney David James. I am very impressed with his knowledge of WI law concerning Power of Attorney and Advanced Directives. David initiated and conducted group meetings (both Team Meetings and in person) for all parties involved. As a leader, David is clear and concise, responding to all questions calmy and politely, and he explains legal terms carefully so everyone present can understand.” A.H.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (2001)
University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D. 2005)

Professional Activities

State Bar of Wisconsin
Tax Law Section
Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section
Portage County Bar Association
American Bar Association
Business Law and Tax Sections

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin

Community Activities

UWSP Foundation, Inc.
Board Member and Corporation Counsel
Diamond Lakers, Inc
Board Member and Secretary
Iola Winter Sports Club
Member

Keith J. Pilger

Keith J. Pilger

Keith J. Pilger

Keith J. Pilger

Keith works with owners of small and medium sized businesses on a wide range of issues including business formation, tax issues, corporate matters, buy-sell agreements, contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and business succession planning. Keith also regularly assists clients with residential and commercial real estate acquisition and development, and planning for long-term ownership of family cottages, family farms, and other recreational properties. Keith has assisted many families with the preparation of customized estate planning, including wills, trusts and powers of attorney that are specifically tailored to accomplish their personal goals.

Keith is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point and the University of Marquette Law School. Being from central Wisconsin, he is actively involved in the community. He resides in Stevens Point with his wife Kristi and their three children.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (1999)
Marquette University Law School (J.D. 2003)

Admitted to Practice

State Bar of Wisconsin
U. S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
U. S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin

Community Activities

Opportunity Development Center, Inc.
Board Member and Former Chair
ODC Foundation, Inc.
Board Member and Former Chair

Boys & Girls Club of Portage County, Inc.
Past Board Member and President
YMCA Foundation of Stevens Point
Past Board Member and Chair
Portage County Business Council Foundation
Board Member and Past President