MADISON, Wis. – Axley LLP is pleased to announce that Attorney Benjamin Edelstein has joined the firm as a senior associate in its Litigation Practice Group. Attorney Edelstein represents businesses, insurers, school districts, municipalities, and individuals in a wide range of complex civil litigation matters, including employment claims, contract disputes, municipal litigation, insurance defense, and other commercial matters.
Attorney Edelstein works closely with clients to evaluate and manage risk, develop practical legal strategies, and pursue efficient resolutions both inside and outside the courtroom. Prior to joining Axley, he practiced labor and employment law in Madison, representing clients in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies. His experience includes drafting and arguing motions, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, and negotiating settlements.
Earlier in his career, Attorney Edelstein handled a broad range of civil and commercial litigation matters involving contract claims, shareholder disputes, product liability claims, construction litigation, and class actions. He also served as a consultant on regulatory and compliance matters for public- and private-sector clients.
Attorney Edelstein earned his Juris Doctor, with honors, from Marquette University Law School, where he won first place in the Jenkins Honors Intramural Moot Court Competition and received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Trusts & Estates. He also holds a Master of Arts in Political Science and a Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His work has been published in Wisconsin Lawyer, the Fordham Law Voting Rights and Democracy Forum, and State Politics & Policy Quarterly.
“We are excited to welcome Attorney Edelstein to Axley,” said Attorney Judd Genda, the firm’s Managing Partner. “His strong litigation background, practical approach to problem-solving, and commitment to client service make him a valuable addition to our team.”