Jyllian Schwendeman
Jyllian is a knowledgeable attorney who helps individuals, families, business owners and fiduciaries navigate the legal and financial decisions that shape their futures. With six years of experience practicing law, she focuses her practice on estate planning, special needs planning, probate, trust administration, and individual and fiduciary tax preparation.
Jyllian takes a thoughtful and practical approach to each client’s unique circumstances. She believes good legal representation begins with understanding the person behind the legal matter. She takes the time to listen to her clients, understand what is important to them, and explain complex issues in a way that is clear and approachable. Whether creating an estate plan, administering a loved one’s estate, assisting a fiduciary, or addressing a tax or real estate matter, she works to give her clients confidence in the decisions they are making.
In addition to her estate planning practice, Jyllian assists clients with individual and fiduciary tax preparation, tax dispute resolution, and real estate transactions. She works closely with clients to understand their goals, anticipate potential challenges, and develop strategies tailored to their individual needs.
Originally from Minnesota, Jyllian earned her bachelor’s degree in political science, with a minor in integrated liberal studies, from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She received her law degree from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University in New York, where she graduated with an honors concentration in business law. During law school, she served on the Hofstra Law Review and as President of the Dispute Resolution Society, competing nationally in negotiation competitions. Jyllian returned to Wisconsin following law school and began her legal career at Riverwood Law & Tax, S.C. She is proud to serve individuals, families, business owners and fiduciaries throughout Wisconsin and to build lasting relationships with the clients she represents.
Licensed in Wisconsin.
Education:
University of Wisconsin - Madison - '13
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University - '17