Parsley, Ben

Terry Collins became a name partner in Johns, Flaherty & Collins when members of his firm, Collins, Quillin & Knothe, joined Johns & Flaherty in 2004. An exemplary member of the community and an excellent lawyer, Terry’s experience and concentration areas, along with those of his colleagues, have expanded both the firm’s specialties and its commitment to the community.

Terry has been practicing law since 1977. An active trial lawyer, he has represented hundreds of people in personal injury litigation and commercial litigation. He also concentrates in business, real estate, wills, trusts and probate law. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and a law degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Signifying his commitment to the profession, Terry maintains several professional affiliations, including membership in the Wisconsin State Bar, Minnesota State Bar, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers and the La Crosse County Bar Association (where he is a past president). He is also Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Civil Trial Specialist, demonstrating his skill and expertise in trial advocacy as well as his integrity and dedication to clients.

Born and raised in La Crosse, Wis., Terry became a lawyer to allow him to participate in the legal system and the public affairs of his community. He served as co-chair of the La Crosse Comprehensive Plan Committee and currently serves as a commissioner on the La Crosse Heritage Preservation Commission.

Terry and his wife, Karolyn, have three daughters and two grandchildren.