Joseph E. Tierney
Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols Sc • Milwaukee, WI
TrustsEstate PlanningPersonal InjuryTax
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Contact
Email
jet@mtfn.com
Phone
(414) 519-6249
Website
Address
111 E Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-6633, US
Professional
About
Joseph E. Tierney is a seasoned attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an impressive track record spanning over five decades. As a distinguished member of Meissner Tierney Fisher & Nichols Sc, Joseph has dedicated his career to providing exceptional legal counsel in the areas of corporate and incorporation, tax, and estate planning. His expansive knowledge and strategic approach have made him a trusted advisor for businesses and individuals alike, guiding clients through complex legal landscapes with precision and clarity. Joseph's practice is characterized by his unwavering commitment to understanding each client's unique needs and objectives. He takes a meticulous, client-centered approach, ensuring that every legal strategy is tailored to achieve optimal outcomes. Whether navigating the intricacies of corporate structuring, devising tax-efficient strategies, or crafting comprehensive estate plans, Joseph combines his deep legal expertise with a keen insight into the ever-evolving regulatory environment. His proactive and detail-oriented nature ensures that clients not only meet current legal requirements but are also strategically positioned for future success. In addition to his legal prowess, Joseph is known for his dedication to fostering long-term relationships with his clients. He believes in building trust through transparency and open communication, making himself accessible and responsive to address any concerns or questions that may arise. With his extensive experience and steadfast dedication, Joseph E. Tierney continues to be a pillar of legal excellence in the Milwaukee community, deeply committed to empowering his clients and safeguarding their interests.
About Trusts Law
Trust attorneys help individuals and families create and administer trusts for asset protection, tax planning, and wealth transfer. Common matters include trust creation, trust administration, trust disputes, special needs trusts.
Credentials
Education
1967 New York University School of Law LL.M - Master of Laws 1966 Marquette University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1964 Marquette University BA - Bachelor of Arts 1964 Marquette University BS
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2025 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2024 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2023 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2022 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2021 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Publications
2012 Journal of Passthrough Entities Lessons in Entity Choice and Life from the Dodger Purchase Transaction 2011 Journal of Passthrough Entities Problems with Debt in Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts When the Grantor Has Died 2011 LexisNexis publication Partnership Mergers and Divisions and the Mixing Bowl 2010 Tax Notes The Gift Tax, 'Transfers in Trust,' and the Post-EGTRRA Environment 2002 Journal of Passthrough Entities Debt in the Creation of a Limited Liability Company—A View from the Third Tier
Associations
American Bar Association Member State Bar of Wisconsin Member Milwaukee Bar Association Member Professional Institute of Tax Study Member Milwaukee Estate Planning Association Member
Speaking
2012 State Bar of Wisconsin Tax Issues in Commercial Leases Timing of Rental Income and Deductions and Improvements to Leased Property
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Updated: Aug 23, 2026