Aaron Dekosky
Aaron focuses on complex disputes at the intersection of business operations, employment relationships, and market reputation. His practice is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses in contract enforcement, workplace disputes, employment discrimination, and business tort claims. Aaron frequently addresses allegations of misleading statements and unfair competitive conduct, including disputes involving false advertising, reputational harm, and interference with prospective business relationships.
Aaron approaches cases with disciplined structure and a trial-ready mindset. By clarifying the issues early and developing a clear record, he positions cases for early resolution or decisive motion practice. When cases require trial, he brings courtroom-tested advocacy, having obtained not-guilty verdicts in criminal and civil jury trials. He has obtained both dismissals and favorable judgments in complex commercial contract disputes ranging from a few thousand to multi-million-dollar stakes. In employment matters, Aaron helped shape the law itself by translating emerging legal principles and creating precedent on novel issues.
Whether a client needs immediate injunctive relief or a focused settlement strategy, Aaron provides the clarity needed to make informed decisions. Aaron’s experience helps him guide clients through the potential options and their likely outcomes, so they can approach every issue with clarity. His goal is to make the process understandable while keeping the strategy aligned with the client’s objectives, timeline, and budget.
Aaron has been consistently recognized and nominated by America’s Top Trial Lawyers. He also serves as a FINRA Arbitrator, where he determines outcomes in financial disputes, giving him firsthand insight into how decision-makers assess litigation strategies and the evidence that drives outcomes in evidentiary hearings.
Aaron attended the University of Kansas, where he earned a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business and co-majored in International Studies. He obtained his law degree at Washington University, where he served on the Executive Board of the Global Studies Law Review. Prior to law school, Aaron spent six months in South Korea as an English teacher.
TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS
Other Experience
United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois, East St. Louis, IL Judicial Intern for the Honorable G. Patrick Murphy
Padway & Padway, Ltd., Milwaukee, WI Summer Associate
Law Offices of Loring N. Spolter, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Summer Law Clerk
Chung Dahm Institute, Gwangju, South Korea ESL Instructor
United States Representative Dennis Moore, Overland Park, KS Congressional Intern
Professional Associations and Memberships
Wisconsin State Bar Association
Eastern District Bar Association
American Bar Association
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Milwaukee
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
Washington University Global Studies Law Review
Education
Washington University School of Law
Juris Doctor
University of Kansas.
Business Administration and International Studies, BA