Heidi brings a wealth of specialized knowledge to Nelson, Krueger & Millenbach with her comprehensive family law practice, where she skillfully handles divorce, paternity, custody, placement, child support, maintenance, and complex property division matters. Her experience in international child abduction cases equips her with the unique cross-jurisdictional expertise essential for families navigating complicated international custody situations.
Drawing on her experience with protective orders, elder , disability law, and child welfare matters, Heidi offers family law clients a holistic approach that addresses the intersection of family dynamics with other legal concerns. Her background in federal bankruptcy court and consumer protection provides invaluable insight when helping clients navigate the financial complexities of divorce and family transitions, ensuring fair property settlements and sustainable financial arrangements for families.
Throughout her career, Heidi has cultivated appellate and transactional experience that strengthens her family law advocacy. This diverse legal foundation enables her to craft comprehensive solutions for families while anticipating potential long-term implications. Particularly noteworthy is Heidi's extensive work with crime victims, which has honed her ability to support family law clients dealing with domestic violence issues, advocating for their safety and rights by invoking Marsy’s Law and their constitutional rights as a victim/survivor.
Her commitment to family law began during law school, where she completed a formative student clerkship at the Zeke Giorgi Legal Clinic specializing in domestic violence cases. After graduating and passing the Wisconsin Bar Exam in 2012, Heidi has continued to expand her family law expertise while maintaining her dedication to serving vulnerable populations.
In 2016, the Wisconsin Law Foundation recognized Heidi's dedication to serving underrepresented families with the prestigious Belle Case La Follette award. Her inclusion in the Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society for several years highlights her ongoing commitment to making quality family law representation accessible to all. As a volunteer attorney at the Vera Court Neighborhood Center's Family Law Clinic in Dane County, Heidi regularly assisted low-income families navigate challenging legal situations, demonstrating her dedication to community service.
While Heidi is a seasoned litigator who vigorously advocates for her family law clients, she prioritizes reaching cost-effective and reasonable settlements that minimize emotional and financial strain on families. Her naturally empathetic approach and genuine commitment to helping clients achieve resolution make her an ideal advocate for families navigating difficult transitions. Outside the office, Heidi enjoys spending quality time with her own children and embracing outdoor activities such as gardening, hiking, boating, fishing, and camping with her family.
Practice Areas
- Divorce, Annulment, and Legal Separation
- Paternity
- Child Custody and Placement
- Child Support and Maintenance
- Post-judgment family law and domestic litigation
- Grandparent Visitation, Rights and Delegation of Parental Powers
- Temporary Restraining Order & Injunctions – Domestic Abuse, Harassment, Individual at Risk
Bar Admissions
- Wisconsin, 2012
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin, 2012
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2022
Education
- Northern Illinois University College of Law, DeKalb, Illinois
- J.D. - 2012
- University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- B.A. - 2009
- University of Bordeaux-Montesquieu IV
- J.D. - 2012
Past Positions
- County Corporation Counsel
- Disability Rights Wisconsin
- Cordell & Cordell
- Hope House
- Geraci Law
Pro Bono Activities
- Volunteer Attorneys at the Vera Court Neighborhood Center
Honors
- Wisconsin Pro Bono Honor Society - 2015, 2020, 2021
- Wisconsin Law Foundation - Belle Case La Follette Award recipient, 2016
- Dane County Bar Association – Community Partner Pro Bono Award, Vera Court Neighborhood Association, 2024