Dennis W Hollman

Dennis W Hollman has practiced business and tax law in Milwaukee for over three decades, developing particular expertise in property tax matters affecting business owners and investors. His practice combines traditional legal services with practical business advice for clients facing property tax challenges. Hollman's long tenure in Milwaukee provides deep understanding of local assessment practices and relationships with key officials that benefit his clients. He's handled property tax appeals ranging from small business locations to major commercial developments, consistently achieving favorable results through thorough preparation and strategic advocacy.

Hollman provides comprehensive property tax services with emphasis on business and investment properties. His appeals practice includes Board of Review presentations, circuit court litigation, and Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission cases. He prepares detailed valuation analyses using cost, market, and income approaches appropriate for each property type. For business clients, he analyzes how property taxes affect overall business expenses and cash flow, often identifying appeal opportunities that significantly improve business profitability. His services extend to tax planning for property acquisitions, helping clients structure purchases to minimize future tax burdens. He also handles assessment disputes for residential investment properties, understanding how rental income and expenses affect property valuations in appeal proceedings.

Hollman begins each case with analysis of the property's assessment history, local market conditions, and business factors that might affect value. He conducts thorough property inspections and interviews clients about business operations that might impact valuations. His preparation includes gathering extensive market data, analyzing comparable properties, and preparing legal arguments tailored to Wisconsin assessment standards. He personally represents clients at hearings and maintains detailed communication throughout the appeals process. His long experience allows him to anticipate assessment board concerns and prepare accordingly.

Hollman's practice centers on Milwaukee and surrounding southeastern Wisconsin communities. His decades of experience in the Milwaukee market provide particular advantages for clients with properties in the metro area, where he's familiar with local assessment practices and personnel.