Decades of General Law Experience Serving You
At Braden Olson Draper, LLP, you will receive personal, small-town attention with the experienced representation and knowledge of a large city firm. Whether you’re seeking advice on a legal matter, social security disability benefits or a divorce, the attorneys at our firm have more than 120 years of combined general practice experience. We will bring our experienced legal team to the table in support of your case. Braden Olson Draper, LLP A full-service law firm since 1959. A General Criminal Defense and Litigation Boutique With Strong Community Ties All of our lawyers live in Walworth County and have extensive history in Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on the connections we have to our clients and our community. We handle many types of cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you do not pay any attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for you.
The attorneys in our office will represent you and protect your interests no matter the situation. You may be facing charges for drunk driving (OWI), dealing with family law issues or another matter. In all cases, we focus on representing you vigorously ensuring your rights are preserved is our cause. At Braden Olson Draper our team of lawyers includes:
Dan Draper: After nearly 30 years of practice, Dan Draper has extensive general litigation experience. In addition to growing up in the city and helping launch this firm, he also serves as Lake Geneva’s City Attorney, which is an elected position.
Dan Johnson: Mr. Johnson is a partner of the firm. He has lived in and served the Walworth County area for over ten years. He practices primarily in the area of family law focusing on divorce, paternity, guardianship, adoption, and child support matters. In addition, he practices in the areas of estate planning and criminal defense.
Berwyn “Buzz” Braden: With more than 50 years of experience, Buzz Braden knows the legal system and how to represent his clients with poise and excellence. Formerly serving two terms as the City Attorney for Lake Geneva, he now focuses on representing clients in estate planning, business, and probate matters.
Martha Cordell Thelen After growing up in Walworth County, Martha Cordell Thelen is now serving the community by representing clients with drive and focus. Though a general practice attorney, she focuses on criminal defense and represents clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies.
John Olson A former U.S. Attorney in Wisconsin, John Olson has approximately 35 years of experience to help clients in family law (divorce) or criminal defense cases.
Practice Areas
A General Practice Law Firm Offering Full Service to You
As a full-service law firm, we believe in a fresh approach to each case to ensure your interests are protected. We know that cookie-cutter representation will not fully protect your interests, which is why we offer a free consultation to ensure we know your individual values, goals, and objectives in order to handle your case.
To schedule an appointment with one of our attorneys, call 262-581-1011 orcontact us online.
Our Practice Areas
Regardless of your situation, whether you’re facing charges for assault and battery or simply looking for a lawyer to review your recently written will, you will receive experienced representation at Braden Olson Draper, LLP. As a general practice law firm in Southeast Wisconsin, we regularly assist clients in many areas, including:
- Family law — divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, restraining orders, adoption, grandparents rights and guardianships
- Social Security Disability — disability and Supplemental Security Income claims
- Workers’/workman’s compensation — representing workers injured on the job
- Criminal defense — traffic cases, drug crimes, possession, theft, sexual assault, battery, OWI (drunk driving), all felonies and misdemeanors
- Estate planning — writing or reviewing a will, setting up a trust, protecting your loved ones and handling probate matters
- Complex litigation — business litigation, construction litigation, real estate litigation, breach of contract, construction liens, mechanic’s liens
More Than 120 Years of Experience to Protect Your Interests
At Braden Olson Draper, our attorneys bring more than a century of combined experience to the table in your representation. Considering our experience, we have undoubtedly handled similar cases to yours, whether it involves a traffic ticket, civil litigation, criminal defense, family law, divorce, workers’ compensation or a Social Security Disability claim. However, with our attorneys, you will receive personal care from a lawyer with a fresh attitude and unique approach.
Contact Us for Skilled Wisconsin SSD and Family Law Attorneys
To schedule an appointment for a free consultation to discuss the specifics of your case, contact us online or by calling our office in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, at 262-581-1011.