Panel Discussion: Current Experiences of Latino Attorneys in Wisconsin
Apr 14, 2026
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join us on April 14 to hear from a panel of Latino attorneys who will give insight into their experiences in the legal field. The panel will run from 4-5 pm, and networking with Boardman Clark attorneys will follow.
The panelists will share what inspired them to pursue a career in law, the challenges they’ve faced in their career, and advice they have for Latino folks beginning their careers in the legal profession. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be provided for attendees and everyone in attendance will be entered into a raffle to get lunch with one of the panelists!
Our Panelists
Commissioner Alberto Quiroga: Prior to being appointed a Dane County Court Commissioner, Commissioner Quiroga was a trial attorney for approximately 20 years, concentrating in the areas of divorce, termination of parental rights, CHIPS, and general civil litigation. He has been a Court Commissioner since 2020, presiding over family law, CHIPS, juvenile, mental commitments, small claims, and guardianship cases. He was also recently appointed McFarland Municipal Judge. Commissioner Quiroga received his BA from Indiana University-Bloomington and his JD from the University of Wisconsin Law School.
Julia Derzay: Based in Hall Render’s Milwaukee office, Julia Derzay serves clients across the health care industry on a variety of legal and regulatory matters. She focuses her practice on reimbursement, pharmacy and 340B matters, and general contracting issues, assisting clients as they navigate the current health care landscape. Julia is a detail-oriented attorney and continues to expand her practice across the health care industry. Julia is a lifelong Wisconsin native who loves to stay active through tennis and running. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and watching the Milwaukee Bucks.
Elisa Lopez: Elisa Lopez is the Rapid Response Attorney Fellow at the Community Immigration Law Center in Madison, WI. In her current role, Elisa is responsible for coordinating a legal rapid response system in the State of Wisconsin for community members detained by immigration officials. This work requires diligent collaboration between a plethora of stakeholders throughout Wisconsin. Elisa’s focus on challenging and interrupting the carceral immigration system centrally aims to restore dignity and respect to communities and individuals ensnared in the system. Elisa proudly earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School. She previously earned a Masters of Public Administration degree from Villanova University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University.
Wilfredo Najarro: Wilfredo Najarro is an attorney at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C., where he focuses his practice on complex civil litigation in state and federal courts. He represents a broad spectrum of clients in a variety of civil matters, with particular experience in insurance coverage disputes, OCI enforcement actions, and matters involving insurance carriers and other entities within the insurance industry. He also handles construction-related disputes between contractors. Outside of his practice, Wilfredo coaches the Madison West Mock Trial team and helped lead the program to its first state championship in 2024, advancing to the National High School Mock Trial Championship. He also serves on the board of Wisconsin Literacy. Wilfredo lives in Madison with his wife, Vanessa, and, despite residing in Packer territory, remains a dedicated Chicago Bears fan.