Aaron Baratz concentrates his practice on civil litigation, with a focus on medical malpractice defense and professional licensure matters before the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. He represents insurers, healthcare providers, and licensed professionals in high-stakes cases that require careful analysis of both medical and legal issues.
Drawing on his background in health communication and experience clerking for the Dane County Circuit Court and respected defense firms, Aaron brings a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to litigation and is an active member of the Wisconsin Defense Counsel and other professional associations supporting the defense bar. Clients benefit from his ability to synthesize complex facts into effective legal strategies, his steadfast commitment to protecting their reputations, and his clear, practical guidance throughout the course of litigation.
Aaron grew up in Stoughton, Wisconsin, on his family’s organic vegetable farm, one of the first community-supported agriculture programs in the state, which instilled in him a strong sense of community and commitment to sustainable practices.
Representative Experience:
- Assisted with securing a no-negligence verdict in a medical malpractice case involving post-operative care and amputation, demonstrating adherence to the standard of care and addressing complex medical factors.
- Helped achieve a defense verdict in a high-stakes neonatal hypoglycemia case, with the jury finding no negligence after an 11-day trial.
- Successfully defended dozens of medical providers accused of misconduct by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.