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Patricia M. Heim

Retired | La Crosse

Patricia M. Heim, retired

Family Law Attorney

Patricia M. Heim formerly served as a senior member of Curtis Law and lead the firm’s Family Law Practice Group. Her practice was exclusively dedicated to divorce and family law matters, providing expert legal representation to clients throughout Wisconsin.

Professional Affiliations and Recognition:

  • Member of the American Bar Association and the State Bar of Wisconsin

  • Recipient of the State Bar President’s Award

  • Past President of the La Crosse County Bar Association

Ms. Heim is widely respected for her contributions to the field of family law. She authored the Family Law chapter of the Annual Survey of Wisconsin Law from 1989 to 2016, an authoritative resource on developments in family law. Additionally, she is a sought-after presenter at seminars, sharing her extensive knowledge and insights on family law topics.

Ms. Heim combines her deep legal expertise with a compassionate approach to guide clients through complex family law matters.

    • Divorce and Family Law

    • Wisconsin, 1974

    • U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Wisconsin, 1974

    • U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit, 1977

    • J.D., Marquette University School of Law, 1974

    • B.S., cum laude, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, 1971

    • Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

    • Fellow, Wisconsin Law Foundation

    • AV rated, Martindale-Hubbell

    • Named as 1 of the top 25 female lawyers in Wisconsin in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008

    • Appointed Court Commissioner for Branch V, La Crosse County

    • Named Wisconsin Super Lawyer in 2005 – 2017

    • Past Board Member, Gundersen Medical Foundation

    • Past President, Riverland Girl Scout Council

    • Past President, Greater La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce

    • Past President, La Crosse Symphony Orchestra

    • Former Trustee, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

    • Viterbo University Board of Advisors

    • Flame of Hope Foundation – Vice President