Doherty & Progar LLC

Specialties

Our firm concentrates on advising and representing insurance carriers, their insureds, and businesses in all types of matters in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. We represent our clients in suits pending in state and federal courts, in claims filed with state and federal administrative agencies, and in negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and other alternative dispute resolution formats. Our attorneys are active in risk management, continuing legal education, and legal publications in the areas in which they practice.

History

Established in 2001.

Doherty & Progar’s philosophy is founded upon the fundamental principle of providing the highest quality legal representation in the most cost-​effective manner. To achieve that goal, we strive to build long-​term relationships characterized by trust and confidence. Our clients know that they can rely on us to understand and anticipate their needs and concerns. We continuously work to meet that challenge.

Meet the Business Owner

Michael P.

Business Owner

Mr. Progar practices primarily in the firm’s Wisconsin office, and also handles legal matters in Illinois and Indiana. He has more than 30 years of experience representing the interests of insurance companies, self-​insureds, and nonprofit organizations. As lead counsel, Mr. Progar has tried more than 50 jury trials to verdict.

Mr. Progar regularly presents seminars for insurance claims representatives, attorneys, and paralegals, on issues relating to trial practice, insurance coverage, claims handling, and alternative dispute resolution.

He is a member of the Claims & Litigation Management Alliance, the Defense Research Institute, and Wisconsin Defense Counsel.