Office of the City Attorney
The City of Milwaukee's legal counsel serving the public interest
The Office of the City Attorney serves as the legal counsel and litigation representative for the City of Milwaukee. Our work supports City leadership, departments, boards, and agencies in carrying out their responsibilities lawfully, effectively, and in the public interest.
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The City Attorney's Office serves the City, not individual residents, but we can direct you to resources to help you find what you need.
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| How to request city records and what to expect |
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News & Updates
Official announcements, press releases, and recent coverage from the Office of the City Attorney.
PRESS RELEASE
Milwaukee City Attorney Files One of the Largest Public Nuisance Enforcement Actions in City History
The Milwaukee City Attorney’s Office has filed two major public nuisance actions targeting a network of nearly two hundred residential properties associated with Highgrove Holdings Management, LLC and other related LLCs. The lawsuits allege widespread property neglect, code violations, vacancy, and unpaid property taxes that have negatively impacted Milwaukee neighborhoods.
The lawsuits allege that the defendants’ ownership and management of the subject properties, primarily located on Milwaukee’s north side, have resulted in persistent building code violations, vacancy, deterioration, and significant unpaid property taxes, creating public nuisances under Wisconsin law. According to the complaints, the properties have been subject to repeated enforcement actions and ongoing noncompliance with City building and zoning codes.
March 26, 2026
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Statement from Milwaukee City Attorney Evan Goyke on lawsuit against fire truck manufacturers |
City Attorney's Office Launches Substack newsletter |
Coming soon: open records guide and FAQs |
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April 2026 | April 2026 |
WHAT WE DO
Practice Sections
The Office of the City Attorney serves as the chief legal office for the City of Milwaukee and operates as a full-service municipal law firm across four divisions.
| Real Estate, Contract & Education | Employment, Administrative & Health | Litigation | Neighborhood Revitalization, Ordinance Enforcement & Housing |
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| Handles legal matters related to City property, various contracts, zoning, and economic development projects where the City has legal responsibilities or has provided funding. It also provides general legal counsel to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). | Provides legal support to City departments and officials on numerous matters including those involving City employment, administrative law, and public health responsibilities. | Represents the City of Milwaukee in legal actions filed in state and federal courts. |
Focuses on enforcing City ordinances and supporting safe, healthy, and stable neighborhoods. |
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