
Landlord-Tenant Law
Pettit Law Group is the preeminent firm in Wisconsin when it comes to Landlord-Tenant Law. In addition, property owners, property management companies, and other businesses count on us for help with a wide array of other real estate issues. Whether you are creating a property management company or trying to purchase commercial space for your business, you can turn to Pettit Law Group’s attorneys for experienced counsel and excellent service.
Our Landlord-Tenant Law Services
Representing landlords, commercial tenants, and property management companies in residential and commercial evictions and the accompanying damage claims.
Consulting with clients on best practices in the management of their rental properties.
Advising and representing landlords and management companies in litigation and administrative actions involving lead-based paint, bedbugs, Fair Housing (discrimination) claims, building code orders, public nuisance lawsuits, and both the prosecution and defense of Wisconsin Administrative Code – ATCP 134 violations.
Drafting and interpretation of commercial leases, residential rental agreements and other rental documents.
Advising real estate companies and businesses in corporate formation and ownership structure for real estate holdings.
Representing commercial property owners in commercial real estate matters including:
Purchases, sales, and lease agreements.
Collection services for Landlords.
Our Landlord-Tenant Law Team
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Tristan R. Pettit
President + Attorney at Law
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Jennifer M. Hayden
Attorney at Law
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David J. Espin
Attorney at Law
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Gary D. Koch
Attorney at Law
Client Reviews
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Theresa Bouton
Appreciate everything that Gary, Jen and Tristan do for us, as well as our industry as a whole!
Theresa Bouton
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Laura King
I manage a subsidized housing apartment. Petrie & Pettit have handled various situations that I have with tenants. They get the job done! They are efficient, very nice, and professional. When I need a question answered or advice, they are available and return emails promptly. When they work with you, you feel you have their undivided attention. I am very satisfied with the end results. I highly recommend.
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Mike Kaschel
We have been working with Petrie + Pettit and their staff for a great number of years now. Petrie + Pettit are professional and knowledgeable in all matters of tenant/landlord laws and they get the job done efficiently and accurately. They are quick to inform you of major changes in the laws.
We highly recommend Petrie + Pettit to anyone who deals in tenant/landlord matters. Their expertise cannot be beat.
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Nathan Schultz
I have used this law firm several times over the past 10 years as a landlord, and I must say that my experience has been nothing short of outstanding. They get right to the point and their team demonstrates unparalleled professionalism and expertise.
The attorneys I've worked with at this firm were not only knowledgeable about landlord-tenant laws but also exhibited a deep understanding of the challenges landlords face in today's dynamic real estate environment. They provided clear and concise guidance that has been valuable as I navigate through complex legal issues.
What truly sets them apart is their commitment to client communication. I always feel well-informed and supported and they are quick to respond, even on small matters. The team promptly addresses my concerns and patiently explains legal jargon when needed. This level of transparency and accessibility makes them my “go-to.”
I highly recommend them to any landlord seeking top-notch legal representation. Their expertise, professionalism, and client-centric approach make them a standout choice for navigating the complexities of landlord-tenant law. I am truly grateful for their excellent service and for being a reliable partner in safeguarding my interests as a landlord.
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Ray Johnson
I have been an active client of Petrie and Pettit’s for over 5 years.
I have found that all of the legal professionals and staff in the firm that I have dealt with directly to be extremely knowledgeable on virtually all aspects of the rental/landlord-tenant business in Wisconsin.
In every instance that I needed action to be taken or support provided in my tenant dealings the firm was responsive and efficient providing required legal information and/or taking formal action on my behalf. This has ranged from simple communications with my tenants to formal legal proceedings in court. In each case and at every step Petrie and Pettit was there to provide the legal advice and support needed on my behalf.
I appreciated all of that and strongly recommend this firm to anyone that requires landlord-tenant legal advice and support.
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Lani Jackson
As a subsidized housing apartment Manager, Petrie + Pettit S.C. is our chosen law firm that we work with for tenant related issues. They have always been 100% professional, knowledgeable, and quick to respond and help us with whatever we need in any given situation. I have been so grateful for their services and expertise on each matter we have brought to them, and each attorney and staff member that I have worked with are excellent, and always willing to explain and guide me through the process with ease, even when things get complicated. I can't say enough about them, and I would highly recommend this law firm to anyone, especially if you are in the housing business.
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Tera Vandevoord
We have been working with Petrie + Pettit for over 10 years in the Milwaukee area. Petrie + Pettit and their teams are great to work with and would recommend that if you needed help with Landlord/tenant laws, they should be your go to firm! They are knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to work with.
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Colleen Downey
We are a fairly new client of Petrie +Pettit and are so glad they were recommended. Their service has been top notch from the beginning as well as their responsiveness to our emails, professionalism and outstanding knowledge of Wisconsin Tenant - Landlord law. Their blog is helpful on the current questions and climate of Wisconsin law. We also appreciate the timely emails notifying us of any changes that may concern us. Our manager has learned so much from attending Atty Pettit's boot camp seminar. We highly recommend the firm.
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Tom Didier
We have been exclusively using Petrie & Pettit for ALL things related to landlord-tenant for the last 6 years. Quite frankly, while there are a lot of good options for legal counsel in Milwaukee, I'm not sure any of them possess the knowledge of landlord-tenant law that the attorneys at Petrie & Pettit have. We have even referred other attorneys to them. They are, in my opinion, the most well informed and successful attorneys we have worked with in real estate related transactions.
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Debby Gillespie
My company has worked with Atty. Tristan Petit and his staff for many years and have always been extremely satisfied with their service. They are always up to date on the most recent changes in real estate management laws. Their responses are always prompt and concise when dealing when usual tenant issues. I would highly recommend their services and the seminars they hold.
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Graig Goldman
Attorney Tristan Pettit is truly an expert on Landlord-Tenant law here in Wisconsin. I have been a Real Estate Broker and a property owner for over 20 years, and I have known Atty Pettit for most of that time. His firm is easy to work with, fair, reasonable, and without doubt, awesome. I frequently recommend the firm to my investor clients who have tenant questions. And I want to thank Atty Pettit for always giving back his knowledge to the property rental community through seminars and trainings.
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Darla Demers
We have been working with Petrie and Pettit for some years now and appreciate their factual, direct, and unbiased guidance on landlord law. They have helped us in urgent matters when we needed them last minute and they have been there for us with very difficult matters to help us step by step. They have taken such stress and worry off my plate in knowing that we are following the law and protected in the matters we are dealing with. We appreciate Tristan and the team very much and we know we are in good hands with Petrie and Pettit!!
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Robert Amberg
I am general counsel to a large national nonprofit organization providing housing for elderly, disabled and economically challenged families. We have utilized Petrie and Pettit on a number of occasions for our properties in Wisconsin. Their lawyers and staff are extremely sensitive to our charitable mission and the needs of our residents and staff. They are professional and strategic and always helpful and sensitive. We appreciate them very much. Highly recommended.
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Deanna Pope
Tristan and his team are amazing. We have been a client for many years. Anytime I call or email, I receive a quick, thoughtful response. His firm is very knowledgeable, for any situation you may have. Love reading the blog! I can’t say enough wonderful things about the team, such a pleasure to work with!
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ECC Carlson
Our property management company has been a client of Petrie & Pettit for over 10 years. While dealing with the multitude of landlord/tenant law is challenging, I can say with confidence that Tristan Pettit and his team have the knowledge and experience you need. They will promptly return your call, listen courteously to your concerns and work to resolve the issue in a timely manner.
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Laura Kleczkowski
I have worked with this group for my career across 3 companies. Their level of professionalism and overall knowledge is outstanding. I love Tristan's blog and his overall approach to proactively inform landlords on key issues, even when they're not clients. This group has helped me through countless tough situations!
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Amy Timm
We have worked with Petrie + Pettit in the past and will continue to do so. Not only are they extremely knowledgeable in every matter we've had, they are beyond professional and prompt with their responses. I know that if we run into an issue with our tenants, we're covered if we don't have the answers. Its always a true pleasure working with both Jennifer and Tristan!
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Christine Taylor
I have hired Pettit Law firm many times. They performed better than I expected and offered additional ideas to help with the issues I hired them for. Some of the issues were challenging but they helped to keep it as calm as possible while reaching a solution and end to the cases.
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Debbi Conrad
Tristan Pettit and company are a terrific source of reasoned, practical information and advice based on their experience in the courts of Southwest Wisconsin. Invaluable resource for the nuances and local viewpoint on landlord tenant law as well as the basics! Super knowledgeable in a tricky area of the law! It often is not as obvious as it seems!
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Lisa Komppa
Exceptional Landlord-Tenant Attorney!
I have had the pleasure of working with Petrie + Pettot, S.C. over the past several years for my landlord-tenant legal needs, and I couldn't be more pleased with their services. From the moment I reached out, they were incredibly responsive, which I greatly appreciated. Their promptness in providing advice was truly impressive; it's clear they value their clients' time.
The expertise and knowledge they displayed in landlord-tenant law were second to none. They navigated through complex legal matters with ease, always ensuring I understood the steps involved and the options available to me. This level of transparency and clarity made me feel confident throughout the process.
What sets Petrie + Pettot, S.C. apart is not only their professionalism but also their genuine care for their clients. They took the time to listen to my concerns, address my questions, and provided thoughtful solutions tailored to my specific situation. I truly felt like they had my best interests at heart.
I highly recommend Petrie + Pettot, S.C. to anyone in need of a skilled landlord-tenant attorney. Their accessibility, quick advice, and exceptional service make them stand out in their field. If you're looking for a legal team that goes above and beyond, look no further. Thank you, Petrie + Pettot, S.C., for your outstanding work and dedication!
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Michael Baron
I have utilized Petrie & Pettit for over 8 years now and I can say without a doubt that they are the go to firm for all things landlord / tenant related. They have been the exclusive firm that my property management company relies upon to ensure we are staying not only compliant but up to date on the constantly changing laws surrounding landlord/tenant issues.
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Michelle Cetnarowski
Tristan and his team at Petrie & Pettit are professional, quick to respond, and very helpful to any tenant/landlord questions we have. We are extremely satisfied with their service.
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Neal Altmann
I have been a client of Petrie and Pettit for 15 yrs. I have recommended many other friends to them as well. They have always listen to what I wanted to achieve and accomplished it. I would go no where else for legal advice on leasing and tenants right.
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