Anderson O'Brien, LLP has been voted the winner in the Law Firm category of the 2026 Best of Portage County Community's Choice Awards, with winners announced on July 12, 2026. In a separate but concurrent development, three attorneys from the firm have been selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. The dual recognition highlights the firm's ability to earn both public trust and peer respect, a combination that can strengthen its standing in the competitive legal market of central Wisconsin.
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 indicates that Anderson O'Brien has made a strong impression on local residents, which could translate into increased visibility and client loyalty. For a firm that has served the area since 1886, such an award reinforces its deep-rooted community connections.
Separately, 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 method is distinct from public voting, focusing on professional achievement and peer recognition. 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. 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. 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.
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. The simultaneous recognition in both arenas suggests that Anderson O'Brien excels not only in the eyes of the public but also among legal professionals. This dual endorsement can be a powerful marketing tool, as it appeals to potential clients who value both community reputation and professional credentials.
For Anderson O'Brien, these accolades may also serve as a morale booster for its attorneys and staff, reinforcing a culture of excellence. The firm is based at 1257 Main Street in Stevens Point and has served Portage County and central Wisconsin since 1886. More information is available at https://www.andlaw.com.
