Madison Personal
Injury Lawyers

At LawtonCates, we take fighting for accident victims very seriously. It’s how we’ve always done it for six-plus decades as a reputable South Central Wisconsin law practice. Our lawyers are passionate about helping people get back on their feet because we know their health, livelihood, and future are at stake.

When you have our Madison personal injury law firm on your side, you get a legal team with the drive and the tenacity to get real results. We don’t run a churn-and-burn operation; you won’t find us taking quick settlements or saying yes to the insurance company’s first offer. Instead, our lawyers work your case comprehensively and will strategize it as though it’s headed directly to trial. This shows the insurers we’re serious about getting you maximum compensation for your injuries, economic losses, and pain and suffering.

Our attorneys also have strong relationships with the best experts on all aspects of an injury case. These include medical professionals, accident reconstructionists, and economic and vocational experts. We will spare no effort or expense to get you the best possible outcome. This means taking your lawsuit to court if that’s what’s needed to get the compensation you deserve.

We know your case
is not just a case. It’s your life.

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Why Choose LawtonCates?

More than 65 years of litigating and winning complex personal injury cases
Direct advice from a skilled lawyer who has successfully handled cases like yours before
100% commitment to maximizing case value for clients and never settling for less
Selective on the number of cases we take, allowing us to focus on the best outcome
Compassionate support staff committed to providing top-quality personal service
Strong partnerships with experts to consult on complex liability and medical issues

Highest recognition as AV-rated “Preeminent Lawyers” from Martindale-Hubbell
Known by judges, defense attorneys, and insurers as a firm that does not back down
Everything is explained in plain English, not confusing or excessive legal jargon
Never a fee until we resolve your accident injury case, so you have nothing to lose
Versatile in other practice areas, including consumer protection, lemon law, and criminal defense

We Get the
‘Midwest Nice’ – and We Get You

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Our law firm has deep roots in the South Central Wisconsin region, spanning over six decades. We attribute the majority of our success to the “Midwest Nice” in our community. The clients we serve expect to get a fair shake when they seek their day in court. That means knowing their lawyer is fighting hard for them within the rules and ethics of law. At LawtonCates, we feel that’s the best way — because it’s the right way

When you choose LawtonCates, you choose a team you can trust for life. We strive to develop meaningful relationships with our clients so that you know exactly where to turn when the next legal challenge strikes. Our firm was built on a foundation of helping others, and we are dedicated to seeing our clients through some of life’s most difficult moments.

The LawtonCates lawyer you talk to from the outset is the lawyer who will carry through to the end. You won’t be handed off to a junior associate or, worse, someone else at another law practice entirely. Your attorney will always keep you updated, answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide the one-on-one support you need to make your recovery journey smooth.

Most importantly, you’ll never be viewed as just another claim number to us. You are a client who deserves and will always receive compassion and respect from everyone at LawtonCates. Because we all share the Midwest Nice.

No Fees Until We Resolve
Your Injury Case

We understand that many people involved in a serious accident do not seek legal help because they are worried about the cost of hiring a lawyer. So, at LawtonCates, we work on a contingency-fee basis for personal injury cases.

If we’re able to take your case, you won’t pay any upfront or out-of-pocket expenses. Instead, we only recover attorney fees as a percentage of the compensation we are able to recover in your accident claim. You have nothing to lose and plenty to gain by contacting us today.

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What Our Clients Say About Us

“Terry took the time to comfortably explain all and discuss options and decision-making that could be done along the way with clear pros and cons and asking me how I’d like to proceed.”

Jim R.

“I hired Dixon Ghanz for a long standing stressful situation. From the start Dixon and the entire firm were very professional, fair, and honest. If you want to be represented by the best, I strongly suggest you contact LawtonCates.”

Troy M.

“LawtonCates has been the most supportive and helpful!”

Rachel

“It was an individual, extensive case and was very pleased with the results. Kent and his team took it upon themselves to learn our business and the case to come up with the outcome we wanted to have.”

Tim

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Meet the LawtonCates Team

From our law offices in Madison and Jefferson, our seasoned attorneys serve citizens throughout Dane, Rock, Jefferson, Sauk, and Green counties, as well as Milwaukee and the general South Central Wisconsin region.