Profile - Michael J. Happe

Company Information

Company

Von Briesen & Roper
310 Pinnacle Way Ste 201
Eau Claire, WI 54701

Phone

(715) 214-1806

Member Bio

Mike Happe is a shareholder in the Litigation and Risk Management Practice Group. He focuses his practice on insurance defense and civil litigation including the defense of medical malpractice, personal injury and premises liability claims. He represents individuals, small business, and large corporations in business and commercial litigation. He is licensed to practice law in Wisconsin, Minnesota and New Mexico.

Mike has tried cases before judges and juries in state and federal courts. He has also argued appeals before the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, the Minnesota Court of Appeals, and the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago.

Outside of the office, Mike has served on numerous charitable, business, and professional boards, including Chippewa Valley Habitat for Humanity (president), Literacy Volunteers of the Chippewa Valley, Friends of Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire Golf and Country Club (vice president) and Charter Bank Business Advisory Board. He is a Fellow of the Wisconsin Bar Foundation and a member of the Eau Claire County Bar Association (former president), the Wisconsin Defense Counsel (former board member) and the Defense Research Institute (DRI) where he served as the State Representative for Wisconsin. Mike volunteers his time at the local free legal clinic and the Flying Eagles Ski Jumping Club.

Practice Areas:

Appellate
Insurance Coverage and Risk Management
Litigation and Risk Management
Medical Malpractice Defense
Commercial and Business Litigation
Education:

Creighton University School of Law, J.D., 1989
Creighton University, B.S.B.A., 1986
Bar Admissions:

Wisconsin
Minnesota
New Mexico
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, District of Minnesota, District of New Mexico
U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th, 8th and 10th Circuits

Firm Information

von Briesen has transformed the traditional law firm into a modern platform for legal innovation. We combine our industry leading expertise with innovative technology and a creative approach to problem-solving to generate game-changing advantages for our progressive clients.

Our Vision
Working in partnership with clients, understanding their needs, and providing unparalleled service in meeting their expectations.

Beliefs And Values
We believe that a shared understanding of and commitment to these beliefs and values will create a supportive, caring environment while we achieve our vision.

Treat everyone with respect, dignity, and as equals in partnership to serve our clients
Act with honesty and integrity
Build and maintain trust in all relationships
Exercise open, face-to-face communication and receptive listening
Provide on-going constructive feedback and coaching
Promote personal and professional growth for everyone
Encourage active participation by recognizing and utilizing the experience and skills of individuals
Reinforce and reward behavior that furthers our vision and is consistent with our values
Demonstrate courageous leadership at all levels

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Practice Areas
Appellate Advocacy
General Litigation
Governmental Liability
Insurance Law
Medical Liability
Personal Injury Litigation

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