I help clients with business-related matters including sales and purchase contracts, entity formation, software and SaaS agreements, construction-related agreements and commercial terms and conditions of sale, among other things. Because I have extensive civil litigation experience, my advice always includes best practices to avoid disputes and contractual provisions that are essential in the event of litigation. Over my career, I have handled mediation, litigation and arbitration matters involving contracting parties (buyer-seller, licensor-licensee, landlord-tenant), business owners (shareholders, members, partners) and even family members (trust and probate claimants).

Since 2020, I have served as an arbitrator on the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) commercial dispute resolution panel.

My clients value my intelligent and well-reasoned analysis of issues, my responsiveness, and efficiency. I am down-to-earth and approachable. I do ask a lot of questions (at no cost to you) about your business and about your ultimate objective because the most valuable legal advice cannot be given in a vacuum—I need to know context and what a “win” would look like for you.

Overview

I represent businesses and individuals in a wide variety of disputes and litigation matters. I enjoy getting to know my clients’ motives and objectives related to their current legal needs and then assist them through litigation or other methods to resolve the pressing issues. I meet and plan with clients on how best to avoid similar situations in the future. My clients value the personal connections we create, my timely responsiveness, and ability to analyze and explain the real impact of possible outcomes. I make it my priority to seek the best possible outcome for my clients based on their needs and desires.

Experience

Prior to joining Turke & Steil, I maintained a litigation and municipal practice at medium-sized firm in South Central Wisconsin. My practice was focused on assisting individuals and families through difficult divorce, child custody, and placement proceedings, representing local municipalities including Towns, Villages, and School Districts, and representing businesses in litigation. Whether it was an individual going through a divorce, a Town Board Chairman leading his community through the pandemic, or a contractor seeking to get paid for work performed, my clients can always count my expertise, advocacy, and ability to communicate succinctly and directly with them.

Justin Penn defends the interests of companies and individuals in the financial services industry in jurisdictions across the country. He splits his time between Hinshaw's Chicago and Los Angeles offices. Justin is the co-chair of the firm's Consumer Financial Services Practice Group, where he has played an integral role since starting with the firm in the early 2000s. His extensive experience includes handling state and federal consumer statute litigation, including claims involving the:

• Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA);

• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA);

• Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA);

• False Claims Act (FCA);

• Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA); and the

• Truth in Lending Act (TILA).

In addition, Justin advises corporations and professionals in professional liability and employment-related litigation. He has handled a wide range of legal malpractice matters, including cases involving an attorney's liability to non-clients. Justin has also represented hospitals, corporations, and religious organizations in complex litigation.

Stefanie’s reputation for quality work and a positive attitude is an ideal match for any client.

Stefanie shows up to work every day with two goals in mind: to be accessible to her clients and to provide creative solutions when complex issues arise. Stefanie primarily represents credit unions, banks, and auto financiers in Indiana and across the U.S., on a broad range of legal and regulatory issues. She advises on trust and estate matters, employment issues, and litigation. She also handles replevins and collection-related matters as well as transactional work, including repossession letter reviews, contract reviews, and negotiation. Stefanie’s external compliance work covers the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA); Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA); Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA); and the Truth in Lending Act (TILA).

Stefanie hails from Centerville, a suburb of Dayton, Ohio, and currently resides in Indianapolis. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Nate joined the Stark Collection Agency in 2010, working part-time as a collector while he was a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  He now serves as Stark’s Chief Operating Officer and Director of Compliance and oversees all aspects of Stark’s operations, including strategic direction, workflow design, client education, and compliance.

Nate holds the Credit and Collections Compliance Officer (CCCO) designation through ACA International and the Leadership Development Certificate through the University of Wisconsin Small Business Development Center. Nate serves on the Great Lakes Credit and Collection Association (GLCCA) board of directors, where he is the current President. In 2019, Nate was nominated for the Madison Magnet Award and the Receivables Advisor Professional of the Year award. He is passionate about improving financial literacy, particularly among youth.