LawtonCates Expands Legal Team with Experienced Attorney Nikki Yang

Madison-based law firm LawtonCates has enhanced its legal capabilities by welcoming Nikki Yang, a skilled attorney with a diverse background and commitment to advocating for clients' rights. Yang joins the firm with a strong educational foundation from the University of Wisconsin School of Law and a personal history deeply rooted in pursuing justice.

Yang's professional journey is marked by a lifelong dedication to addressing inequities. Her early experiences as a child advocate, challenging institutional biases even at a young age, have shaped her approach to legal practice. In a 2021 interview with Wisconsin Lawyer magazine, Yang recounted an impactful childhood incident where she confronted her school principal about a bullying situation, demonstrating her inherent drive to stand up for those who cannot defend themselves.

Her multilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin positions Yang as a unique asset to LawtonCates, enabling the firm to more effectively serve clients from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. This skill set is particularly valuable in a legal landscape that increasingly requires nuanced communication and cultural understanding.

LawtonCates attorney Dixon Gahnz highlighted Yang's strengths, emphasizing her comprehensive legal knowledge and passionate client representation. Her addition to the firm expands their capabilities in key practice areas including personal injury, civil rights, contract disputes, and criminal defense.

With over 60 years of legal experience serving South Central Wisconsin, LawtonCates continues to demonstrate its commitment to building a dynamic, skilled legal team that can address complex legal challenges across multiple practice domains. Yang's arrival represents another strategic step in the firm's ongoing evolution and dedication to client service.