LawtonCates, a prominent South Central Wisconsin law firm, has strengthened its legal team by welcoming Nikki Yang, an attorney with a diverse practice and compelling personal background. Yang, a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Law, joins the firm with a demonstrated commitment to advocating for clients across multiple practice areas.
Yang's professional focus spans personal injury, civil rights, contract disputes, and criminal defense. Her multilingual capabilities in English and Mandarin position her to effectively represent clients from varied backgrounds, enhancing the firm's ability to provide comprehensive legal services.
Her commitment to justice is rooted in childhood experiences. In a 2021 interview with Wisconsin Lawyer magazine, Yang recounted an early incident where she challenged her school principal about bullying, demonstrating her longstanding dedication to addressing systemic inequities. This formative experience crystallized her desire to pursue law as a mechanism for social change and client advocacy.
Dixon Gahnz, a LawtonCates attorney, highlighted Yang's significant potential, noting her extensive legal knowledge and passionate client representation. Her addition reflects the firm's ongoing strategy of recruiting talented attorneys who can provide nuanced, empathetic legal support.
With over six decades of legal experience, LawtonCates continues to expand its capabilities across diverse practice areas. Yang's arrival represents another step in the firm's commitment to delivering high-quality legal representation throughout South Central Wisconsin, including Madison, Milwaukee, and surrounding regions.
