A Legacy of Dedication & Results
Whether you're navigating family or criminal matters or facing automobile accident, medical malpractice, or personal injury cases, we are here to pursue the best possible outcome with experience and care. When it comes to representing your interests, we provide clear, steady guidance rooted in trust and stability.
Together, we bring over 40 years of individual legal experience, offering clients deep knowledge, effective strategies, and a personal commitment to every case. We take pride in the strong relationships we build and in providing the individualized attention only a small firm can offer. If we’re not the right fit for your needs, we’ll help connect you with someone who is.
Together, we bring over 40 years of individual legal experience, offering clients deep knowledge, effective strategies, and a personal commitment to every case. We take pride in the strong relationships we build and in providing the individualized attention only a small firm can offer. If we’re not the right fit for your needs, we’ll help connect you with someone who is.
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John F. Kerscher
John F. Kerscher received his B.A. in Political Science from Marquette University in 1968 and his J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 1972. He brings over 50 years of experience in both civil and criminal litigation, including the distinction of successfully arguing before the Wisconsin Supreme Court in the landmark case Sorenson v. Jarvis, 119 Wis.2d 627, 350 N.W.2d 108 (Wis. 1984), on behalf of a plaintiff appellant.
Attorney Kerscher currently focuses his practice on the areas of personal injury, criminal law, family law, and real estate. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and is admitted to the trial bars of the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin.
His past professional and civic affiliations include service as a Judicial Court Commissioner for Racine County, member of the State Bar of Wisconsin Board of Governors, Chairman and Board Member of the American Red Cross (Racine Chapter), Chairman and Board Member of the American Cancer Society (Racine County), Board Member and Committee Chairperson of the Racine Jaycees, and Fire and Police Commissioner for the Town of Caledonia.
Attorney Kerscher currently focuses his practice on the areas of personal injury, criminal law, family law, and real estate. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and is admitted to the trial bars of the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin.
His past professional and civic affiliations include service as a Judicial Court Commissioner for Racine County, member of the State Bar of Wisconsin Board of Governors, Chairman and Board Member of the American Red Cross (Racine Chapter), Chairman and Board Member of the American Cancer Society (Racine County), Board Member and Committee Chairperson of the Racine Jaycees, and Fire and Police Commissioner for the Town of Caledonia.
Active in Community Service
Attorney Kerscher has long been active in community service, faithfully serving those in need by supporting organizations such as Peter's Pantry, a nonprofit food pantry in Manitowoc, WI and several residential drug and alcohol facilities in the community. He was recently honored by the State of Wisconsin for 50 years of faithful service in the practice of law.
You can email Attorney Kerscher at JohnK@KerscherBucha.com.
You can email Attorney Kerscher at JohnK@KerscherBucha.com.
Sandra L. Bucha
Sandra L. Bucha received her B.A. in History, with distinction, from Stanford University in 1976 and her J.D. from Indiana University in 1979. A former prosecutor and public defender, Attorney Bucha has, for over 35 years, concentrated her practice in the areas of personal injury and criminal and medical malpractice litigation. Attorney Bucha is admitted to practice in the states of Wisconsin, Illinois, and Florida. She is a member of the:
- United States District Court, Middle District of Florida
- United States District Court, Central District of Illinois
- United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
You can email Attorney Bucha at SandraB@KerscherBucha.com.
A Dedicated Advocate
Since 1990, Attorney Bucha has successfully represented plaintiffs in a wide range of civil jury trials. Currently, she focuses her expertise on medical malpractice and personal injury litigations. As a partner with her husband in the law firm of Kerscher & Bucha Law Offices, she also represents individuals on various criminal matters.
Swimming History
A Pioneering Case for Female Athletes
During the 1960s, there were no high school swim teams for girls in Illinois. Understanding the discrimination faced by female athletes entering high school due to limited opportunities, Sandra, with the unwavering support of her parents and Coach Don Watson, took a courageous step by filing a lawsuit against the Illinois High School Association in federal court.
The court's ruling in Sandra Lynn Bucha, et al. v. Illinois High School Association, et al., United States District Court, N.D. Illinois, E.D. (351 F. Supp. 69) was referenced in many subsequent court opinions contributing to the enactment of the Title IX of the Civil Rights Act, along with several amendments that followed. Although Sandra did not win her individual case, her fight became a significant reference point in future legal battles for gender equality in sports.
Sandra was a finalist in the 1972 Olympic trials and narrowly missed making the 1972 Olympic team. It was while attending Stanford University that Sandra embarked on her professional marathon swimming career.
The court's ruling in Sandra Lynn Bucha, et al. v. Illinois High School Association, et al., United States District Court, N.D. Illinois, E.D. (351 F. Supp. 69) was referenced in many subsequent court opinions contributing to the enactment of the Title IX of the Civil Rights Act, along with several amendments that followed. Although Sandra did not win her individual case, her fight became a significant reference point in future legal battles for gender equality in sports.
Sandra was a finalist in the 1972 Olympic trials and narrowly missed making the 1972 Olympic team. It was while attending Stanford University that Sandra embarked on her professional marathon swimming career.
Between 1973 and 1975, while competing against men and women, she was undefeated as the first female in all of her marathon swims. She finished ahead of nearly all male competitors as well, placing third to a male swimmer only once, and usually finishing a close second overall. Her accomplishments were recognized through her induction into the International Swimming Hall of Fame and the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame, both in the Class of 2014.
In 1975, Sandra retired from professional swimming to pursue her career in law.
Her achievements—both in the water and as a trailblazer for gender equity—helped pave the way for thousands of girls and women in sports. She advanced the acceptance of women in the male-dominated world of marathon swimming and continues to advocate on behalf of female athletes everywhere as she did over 50 years ago.
Her achievements—both in the water and as a trailblazer for gender equity—helped pave the way for thousands of girls and women in sports. She advanced the acceptance of women in the male-dominated world of marathon swimming and continues to advocate on behalf of female athletes everywhere as she did over 50 years ago.