Anderson O'Brien, LLP was voted the winner in the Law Firm category of the 2026 Best of Portage County Community's Choice Awards, with winners announced July 12, 2026. Separately, three Anderson O'Brien attorneys received individual selections to the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. The dual recognition underscores the firm's longstanding reputation in central Wisconsin, where it has served clients since 1886.
The Best of Portage County Community's Choice Awards is a public recognition program in which community members nominate and vote for businesses and organizations across Portage County. The program covers categories spanning professional services, dining, retail, health care, and other sectors. Winning the Law Firm category reflects direct public confidence, as the award is determined entirely by community participation rather than professional review.
In a separate development, two Anderson O'Brien attorneys were selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers list, and a third was selected to the 2026 Rising Stars list. The Super Lawyers selection process involves peer nominations, independent research, and peer evaluations. This distinction is significant because it is conferred by legal professionals, providing an external validation of the firm's legal expertise.
Donna L. Ginzl was selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers list. Ginzl practices family law at Anderson O'Brien and has been licensed in Wisconsin since 1994. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Her inclusion signals deep experience in family law matters, an area where clients often seek attorneys with proven track records.
Bradley A. Yanke was selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers list after being selected to the Rising Stars list from 2022 through 2025. Yanke's practice focuses on personal injury and workers' compensation matters. His progression from Rising Stars to Super Lawyers indicates sustained recognition among peers as his career advances.
Heather M. Huebner was selected to the 2026 Rising Stars list. Huebner's practice areas include estate planning and probate, business and corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate. Rising Stars recognition typically honors attorneys who are either under 40 years old or have practiced for fewer than 10 years, highlighting emerging talent within the firm.
The Community's Choice Awards and the Super Lawyers selection process are distinct forms of recognition. The Community's Choice Awards are determined through public nominations and voting. The Super Lawyers process is conducted independently and involves peer nominations, research, and evaluation rather than public voting. Together, they offer a comprehensive view of the firm's standing: one from the community it serves, the other from the legal profession it practices within.
Anderson O'Brien, LLP is based at 1257 Main Street in Stevens Point and has served Portage County and central Wisconsin since 1886. The firm's long history and continued recognition suggest stability and adaptability in a changing legal landscape. For clients, these awards may serve as indicators of quality and trustworthiness when selecting legal representation. More information is available at https://www.andlaw.com.
