Attorney Dan Schmeeckle is a partner at the firm, and he focuses on personal injury matters and general litigation. He represents clients in a broad range of complex disputes including: real estate litigation, construction disputes, contractual disputes, and collection actions.
- Dan’s personal injury practice includes car accidents, dog bite cases, premises liability, and wrongful death cases.
- In his real estate litigation practice, Dan handles claims involving: boundary disputes, land contracts, adverse possession, easements, rights of first refusal, trespass, timber theft, misrepresentation in the sale of property, foreclosures, and evictions.
- He routinely represents homeowners and construction companies facing disputes over the scope of work, change orders, code violations and other defects, delay claims, the Home Improvement Practices Act (ATCP 110), and construction liens.
As an advocate, he tailors his approach to each matter based upon his client’s desired outcome. From the first meeting until the matter is completed, Dan helps his clients to understand and untangle complicated legal problems.
A Stevens Point native and 2002 graduate of SPASH, Dan was pleased to return to Central Wisconsin after graduating with honors from the University of Minnesota Law School. He began his career with Anderson O’Brien as a summer associate in 2009 and joined the firm as an associate in 2010. After several years with the firm, Dan spent two years in China working at large law firms. His practice there focused on complex international commercial arbitration and litigation involving cross-border transactions. His experience abroad ultimately strengthened his desire to return to Anderson O’Brien and represent the individuals and businesses of Central Wisconsin.
The firm’s slogan, “Lawyers where you live,” has special meaning for Dan. His family’s roots in the area extend back generations. When the firm was established in the 1880s, his great-grandfather, Henry Reading, was completing the last log drive on the Plover River, and Henry’s father was a Stevens Point pioneer. Four generations of Dan’s family have since made their homes in the area. Dan believes his deep connection to Central Wisconsin helps him better understand and advocate for the people and businesses he serves.
Outside his law practice, Dan serves the community as a member of the Institutional Review Board at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, a board member of the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve and a board member of the Stevens Point Area Visitor and Convention Bureau. He previously volunteered with the Our Courts Wisconsin program and served on the boards of directors of the Stevens Point Sculpture Club and the Ma-Kah Water for All Foundation.
Legal Assistants
Dawn Nissen
+1 (715) 344-0890
dnissen@andlaw.com
Brandon Uhlig
+1 (715) 344-0890
buhlig@andlaw.com
Testimonials
"Dan offered sound guidance and assisted us in navigating the unfamiliar legal terrain. He demonstrated professionalism through his expertise of the subject matter and ability to instill trust. Dan was continually available to us throughout the process, and his actions were at all times motivated by our best interest. We highly regard Dan and would recommend him to anyone needing legal assistance." T. B.
"Having never worked with an attorney in any aspect of legal matters, I was hesitant to even move forward with legal counsel to try and recover damages for my injury. I felt very comfortable with Dan, he explained everything so that it was easy for me to understand, and kept me informed along the way on how my case was progressing. Dan is highly professional and very knowledgeable. I wouldn't hesitate to contact him again if I needed any further legal advice." R. W.
"Attorney Dan Schmeekle’s case presentations are some of the very best I see. His communication is clear, concise, and extremely persuasive. His clients are well-served by his exceptional advocacy skills. Attorney Schmeekle rightfully enjoys the deep trust and respect of his clients. He capably handles difficult legal issues, is extremely competent and hard-working, and yet has a down-to-earth manner that makes him a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Attorney Schmeekle to those looking for legal representation in central Wisconsin." Mediator John Hertz
"Daniel Schmeekle is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. He saves our company time and money again and again. He also is a great advisor as our company moves forward and grows. We couldn't ask for a better law firm or attorney to represent us and help us get to the next level." Keaton Schultz
"It was a very good experience with Attorney Schmeeckle. He was good to work with and he explained everything. He is a very good listener. I liked the concern he had for me and my case. I am very happy with the outcome." K. K.
"My experience working with Attorney Schmeeckle was fantastic. I was in a lawsuit where it wasn't my fault and he brought several arguments to the table that favored me incredibly. Before I retained Attorney Schmeeckle, I retained another lawyer firm in town where they said that the lawsuit was going to cost me $40,000 and it will probably take over a year and go to trial and that I should just look at what the plaintiff wants and accommodate him and make this all go away. They had no arguments or knowledge of any way to identify the law in my favor. When I came to Attorney Schmeeckle he was like a breath of fresh air. Right out of the gate he had half a dozen legal arguments and more ideas of what we should do!
Right away he actually discovered that I was entitled to have my case taken over by the title company lawyers for free and have free representation throughout the entire case so I only paid the small retainer fee and the other title company lawyers took over the case for free for the next 9 months and saved me thousands and thousands of dollars.
I was very impressed with how detailed and knowledgeable Attorney Schmeeckle was throughout the short time that I worked with him. He was very personal, listened and had great ideas every time we met or emailed. He knows the law and it showed! I would recommend to anyone who is seeking representation for real estate law to contact Attorney Schmeeckle. I promise you he will go to work for you and you'll have the best representation you can possibly have and you won't be disappointed." L. G.
"Attorney Schmeeckle, Richard and I want to thank you so much for your help in resolving the lot line problem we had with our neighbors. We were novices in something like this, never having to work with an attorney except for wills. You guided us through this with expertise and humor. You gave us clear explanations of what our options were and how to accomplish them. It also helped that you understood and sometimes shared the frustration we were put through. It helped keep us calm. Thank you! Like it or not, you are now our attorney of choice! Thank you again " - Richard and Karen Olsen
"A colleague referred me to Anderson O'Brien following an auto collision. As a result of the accident, I had internal bleeding and needed to be airlifted to another hospital for lifesaving measures. A four month recovery followed. I had the pleasure of working with attorney Daniel Schmeeckle. Dan took the time to hear my story and provided compassion and sound advice. He navigated through the legalities taking the burden of communication with police, medical professionals and the various insurance companies involved. He celebrated my medical progress and recovery along the way and gave me perspective on the challenges I was facing. In the end, Dan was able to get a fair settlement that reflected the extent of my physical injury and emotional turmoil. So grateful to Dan and Anderson O'Brien for their compassion and guidance." B.C.
Recent Results
2026 - $205,000 settlement for a slip and fall
*Prior results are not a predictor or guarantee of a similar result in a similar case; each case and client is unique.
Education
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh (2005 cum laude)
University of Minnesota Law School (J.D. 2010 cum laude)
Admitted to Practice
State Bar of Wisconsin
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
Professional Activities
State Bar of Wisconsin
Portage County Bar Association
Wisconsin Association for Justice
American Association for Justice
Community Activities
Institutional Review Board at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Board Member
Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve
- Board Member
Honors
Named a Wisconsin Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2019, 2020, 2023