Trustworthy legal counsel, delivered with integrity.

Meet Stuart & Soberalski

Intelligent, detailed, effective 

With over 54 years of combined experience in real estate law and business litigation, Bill, Garrett and Brian founded Stuart & Soberalski LLC to break away from the traditional business model of most law firms. 

Sure, we’re professional, intelligent, and precise - but we’re also down-to-earth and approachable. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients based on honesty, ethics, and a supportive work environment.

Put simply, our brand is built on trust, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our team is committed to providing exceptional legal services - from transactional real estate to litigation - that deliver real results for our clients. 

Partner, William T. Stuart brings a dynamic and dual practice in real estate and business litigation to the table. His exceptional work in real estate litigation led to a groundbreaking decision by the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in favor of landowners in a governmental takings case. This landmark decision countered national trends and reversed contrary authority in this jurisdiction, showcasing Bill's expertise in the field.

Bill's transactional practice is just as impressive, with his recent work involving the development of signature multi-use towers in downtown Milwaukee. He covers nearly every facet of real estate law, from financing and construction to the purchase and sale of multi-million dollar commercial projects. He is well-versed in the litigation of disputes involving property rights and other land-use issues.

Clients of all sizes trust Bill's extensive experience in water law rights, environmental remediation, zoning and permitting issues, construction disputes, partition cases, boundary line disputes, title claims, and foreclosure/work-out cases. His representation of purchasers, sellers, lenders, developers, brokers, condominium associations, and other businesses with property law needs make him a go-to for anyone in the industry.

In addition to his real estate practice, Bill has extensive experience in commercial litigation, having handled numerous business lawsuits, including non-compete cases, contract disputes, product liability cases, corporate fraud, and derivative claims actions.

Bill's unparalleled experience in both litigation and transactional work provides his clients with unique insights that help them achieve their goals. Trust him to expertly guide you through both your immediate and future legal needs with exceptional counsel and care.

William Stuart

  • American Bar Association

    State Bar of Wisconsin

    Milwaukee Bar Association

  • The Best Lawyers in America® (2013 – 2022); Milwaukee Lawyer of the Year® (Real Estate Litigation, 2014, 2018)

    Wisconsin Super Lawyers® (2010 – 2020); Wisconsin Super Lawyers® Rising Star (2007, 2009)

    Martindale-Hubbell Noteable® Peer Review Rated Professional Organizations

  • Ethics Panel, Comparative Ethical Requirements of Attorneys, Realtors, and Title Professionals, Wisconsin Land Title Association Spring Conference (2023)

    WLTA 2023 Graduate Course, Title Claims, Wisconsin Land Title Association (2023)

    Damages and Remedies in Real Estate Disputes: What You Can Get When Things Go Wrong, Association of Corporate Counsel (2022)

    A Deep Dive Into the World of Title Claims, Stewart Title Guaranty Company 2022 Wisconsin Agency Seminar (2022)

    Key Provisions in Commercial Leases, Wisconsin Annual Conference of the Association of Corporate Counsel (2022)

    There Are No Silver Bullets: What Seller Protective Provisions in Purchase and Sale Contracts for Real Estate Really Mean, Wisconsin Annual Conference of the Association of Corporate Counsel (2021)

    Getting Command of the Real Estate Parcel: What Do You Own & What Can/Should You Do With It?, Wisconsin Annual Conference of Association of Corporate Counsel Wisconsin (2020)

    Railroad History and Current Litigation, 70th Annual Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors’ Institute (2018)

    Appellate Practice in the Real World, Appellate Advocacy Class at Marquette University (2018)

    Railroad History and Title Insurance, 2018 WLTA Graduate Course (2018)

    3 Surprising Litigation and Liability Facts That Will Cost You, Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin’s (AASEW) Trade Show (October 20, 2017)

    Update on WLTA Amicus Brief, Montalvo v. Montalvo, Wisconsin Land Title Association Annual Convention(September 2012)

    Special Considerations in Disputes Involving Condominium Associations, Who Can Bring What Claims When, State Bar Business and Real Estate Law Institute (June 2012)

    Samuel C. Johnson 1988 Trust v. Bayfield County, Wisconsin (Wisconsin Land Title Association Annual Convention, September 22, 2011), addressing issues related to property rights to abandoned railroad rights of way and related title insurance issues

    Introduction to HUD/FHA Financing For Real Estate Development: Unique Features Of HUD Financed Transactions

    Representing the Closely Held Business: Complex Issues in Real Property Law (State Bar of Wisconsin CLE Seminars) (2010)

    Truly Doing God’s Work – Defining Ecclesiastical Job Functions Under the Ministerial Exception to the First Amendment, St. Thomas More Lawyer’s Society of Wisconsin (2008)

    The Enforceability of Restrictive Covenants Against Real Estate, 31st Corporate Practice Institute (December 5, 2007)

    Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law, Presented during What You Need To Know About Public Records and Open Meetings in Wisconsin (Lorman July 18, 2003)

  • Potential Runaway Train Could Impact Land Rights, Title News, Vol. 93, Issue No. 2, p. 17 (February 2014)

    Supreme Court to Decide Critical Property Rights Case, State Bar Business Law News, Vol. No. 31, Issue No. 3, p. 8 (December 2013)

    Shareholders-Guarantors Cannot Pursue Derivative Claims in Collection Action, State Bar Business Law News, Vol. No. 31, Issue No. 2, p.6 (September 2013)

    Switching Tracks: How the Seventh Circuit Restored Certain Landowners’ Rights to Abandoned Railroad Rights-of-Way. Title News, Vol. 90, No. 10, p. 23 (Oct. 2011)

  • Marquette University Law School, J.D., 1997, cum laude, Editor in Chief, Marquette Law Review

    University of Wisconsin – Madison, B.A., 1994, cum laude

    Project K-9, Inc., Board Member (2007 to present)

    Marquette High School Trap Team, Coach (2018)

Garrett Soberalski

Partner, Garrett A. Soberalski is the go-to lawyer for clients in need of expert legal assistance in real estate transactions and representation in real estate litigation. He has helped clients with a range of real estate transactions, including negotiating and drafting various agreements, creating condominiums, and drafting documents impacting parties’ permissive rights to real property.

Garrett's legal expertise extends beyond the transactional realm. Before disputes arise, he analyzes various real estate-related documents and advises clients of their rights, which can help them enforce their real property rights without litigation. If litigation is necessary, Garrett is a highly experienced litigator in both state and federal courts. He has litigated complex commercial disputes and has extensive experience in various types of real estate disputes such as boundary and encroachment disputes, easement rights disputes, and disputes concerning priority of mortgages and other liens.

Garrett's years of experience in real estate law, combined with his ability to expertly navigate both transactional and litigation matters, make him a valuable asset to clients in need of legal representation. Before entering private practice, Garrett served as a judicial term law clerk for the Honorable G. Michael Halfenger of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, adding even more value to his already impressive credentials.

  • American Bar Association

    State Bar of Wisconsin

    Milwaukee Bar Association

    Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

    Seventh Circuit Bar Association

  • Best Lawyers: One to Watch (2022-2023)

    Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2021-2022)

  • Ethics Panel, Comparative Ethical Requirements of Attorneys, Realtors, and Title Professionals Wisconsin Land Title Association Spring Conference (Apr 2023)

    WLTA 2023 Graduate Course Title Claims, Wisconsin Land Title Association (Feb 2023)

    Damages and Remedies in Real Estate Disputes: What You Can Get When Things Go Wrong, Association of Corporate Counsel (Oct 2022)

    A Deep Dive Into the World of Title Claims, Stewart Title Guaranty Company 2022 Wisconsin Agency Seminar (Oct 2022)

    Key Provisions in Commercial Leases, Wisconsin Annual Conference of the Association of Corporate Counsel (May 2022)

    There Are No Silver Bullets: What Seller Protective Provisions in Purchase and Sale Contracts for Real Estate Really Mean, Wisconsin Annual Conference of the Association of Corporate Counsel (Nov 2021)

    The Rules of Evidence: A Practical Tool Kit Section VI: Admission/Exclusion of Unique Evidence National Business Institute (Dec 2019)

    Co-Speaker with Adam Tutaj, A Guide to Wisconsin Business Entities: What Bankruptcy Practitioners Should Know, Lou Jones Breakfast Club (Jan 2019) & Western District of Wisconsin Bar Association (Oct 2018)

    3 Surprising Litigation and Liability Facts That Will Cost You, Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin’s (AASEW) Trade Show (Oct 2017)

  • Marquette University Law School, J.D., 2012, magna cum laude

    Articles Editor, Marquette Law Review

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln, B.A., 2007, with high distinction

Brian Tokarz

Partner, Brian Tokarz is a seasoned litigator with a passion for complex construction and commercial disputes. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of construction law, Brian represents general contractors, owners, developers, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers and architects in a broad range of disputes. His expertise includes construction defects, design errors and omissions, construction liens, change order disputes, workplace injuries, project delays, and insurance coverage matters.

From multi-family residential to hotels, manufacturing facilities, government projects, amusement parks and railways, Brian has advised his clients on a wide array of construction projects. Brian's experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts, including AIA contract documents, is unparalleled.

In the commercial litigation context, Brian brings the same level of expertise to his clients. He has represented entities and individuals in complex business disputes such as breach of contract and breach of warranty claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, and the defense of professional liability claims. Brian is committed to delivering results for his clients and is always ready to go the extra mile to achieve their goals.

  • St. Thomas More Lawyers Society of Wisconsin
    Board of Governors, 2015-19
    Treasurer, 2019-Present

    American Bar Association

    State Bar of Wisconsin

    Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association

    Milwaukee Bar Association

  • The Best Lawyers in America (2020-present)

    Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2012, 2014-2019)

  • Business Risk Exclusions in CGL Policies: Do they Cover Defects?, National Business Institute (2015, 2016)

    Negotiating Indemnification Agreements in Commercial Leases, National Business Institute (2014)

  • Marquette University Law School, J.D., 2006, cum laude

    Note and Comment Editor, Marquette Law Review

    University of Notre Dame, B.A., 2001