Emil Ovbiagele
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Attorney O. Emil Ovbiagele is the founder and principal of AXEPOINT LAW, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Widely regarded as an emerging leader in his field, Emil focuses his practice on employment litigation, complex civil litigation, and providing strategic counsel to select entrepreneurs and closely held businesses. Serving a diverse range of clients throughout the greater Milwaukee metro area and across the state, Emil provides effective, value-added solutions and services to those who have legal needs involving any of the following: · Employment Law · Civil Litigation · Business and Corporate Law A 2011 graduate of Marquette University, Emil obtained both his Juris Doctor and Certificate in Litigation from Marquette University Law School in 2014, and he returned to earn his Master of Business Administration in 2017 from Marquette University Graduate School of Management. The State Bar of Wisconsin admitted him to practice in 2014, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Wisconsin as well as before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit. Emil's professional journey in the legal field is marked by a series of significant accomplishments and recognitions. Recently, he was appointed to the Milwaukee County Personnel Review Board for a five-year term. This nomination, made by the Milwaukee County Executive and confirmed by the Milwaukee Board of Supervisors. The board acts as a crucial arbitration body, dealing with employment disciplinary matters for nearly all county employees. Over the past nine years, Emil's contributions to the legal field have not gone unnoticed. In 2017, his emerging legal prowess earned him the title of "Up and Coming Lawyer" by the Wisconsin Law Journal. In 2023, he received the prestigious "Diversity in Law" award from the same journal, highlighting his contributions to fostering diversity in the legal profession. The same year, he was also listed to the "Power 30" Personal Injury Attorney list in Wisconsin. Emil's dedication and professional growth were further recognized in 2022 when he received the "On the Rise - Top 40 Young Lawyers" Award from the American Bar Association. This accolade was a testament to his unwavering commitment and expertise in his field. His peers and the legal community consistently recognized him as a “Rising Star” in Super Lawyers Magazine from 2017 through 2023, underscoring his growing influence and excellence in law. In addition to these accolades, Emil's achievements and legal expertise were acknowledged in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Moreover, in 2023, he was the proud recipient of the John Lederer Distinguished Service Award from the State Bar of Wisconsin. This award underlined his commitment to excellence in the legal profession, marking him as a distinguished figure in his field. Emil's journey is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and the respect he commands in the legal community. Highly active in his community, Emil is the former President of the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the current President of the Milwaukee Bar Association. In addition to his law practice, Emil is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Marquette University Law School.
About Employment Law
Employment law attorneys handle workplace legal matters affecting both employees and employers. They address issues from hiring through termination. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, wage disputes, employment contracts.