Emil Ovbiagele, JD, MBA
Emil Ovbiagele built OVB Law and Consulting from the ground up—establishing a reputation for sharp thinking, precise execution, and an unwavering commitment to client success. Never one to stand still, he expanded the firm’s practice areas and team with the evolution into AxePoint Law, a bold rebrand that reflects his drive to do more, solve bigger challenges, and deliver results with conviction. Emil leads with hustle, heart, and a get-it-done mindset—combining legal precision with entrepreneurial grit to move clients forward when it matters most.
When the pressure is high and the stakes are higher, Emil is the one you want in your corner. Unflappable under fire. Magnetic in the moment. Relentless in the pursuit of results. He’s not just an attorney—he’s a trusted advisor, a strategic thinker, and a calming presence in the midst of chaos. With a keen sense of business and a deep understanding of human nature, Emil delivers bold solutions for business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-stakes litigants alike.
A sharp dresser with even sharper instincts, Emil blends business savvy with courtroom grit. His practice spans civil litigation and employment law, yet his focus never wavers: defend what’s right, protect what matters, and always play the long game. Beyond his legal work, Emil teaches at Marquette University Law School and lends his leadership to civic boards, shaping the next generation with the same intentionality that shapes his firm.
To Emil, every case is personal, and every client is a cause worth championing. He leads with purpose, acts with conviction, and believes in law not as a profession—but as a calling. When he’s not changing the game in court or class, you’ll find him working on poetry, quoting Hamilton, or cheering on Arsenal soccer (with admirable optimism).
Emil’s work is driven by legacy, led by principle, and grounded in the belief that the law should always serve the greater good.
Emil's Background
Education
- J.D., Marquette University Law School
- MBA, Marquette University Graduate School of Management
- B.A., International Affairs, Marquette University
Bar Admissions
- Wisconsin (all courts)
- U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Professional & Civic Activities
- Milwaukee Bar Association – Former President
- Marquette University Law School – Adjunct Assistant Professor of Law
- Milwaukee County Personnel Review Board – Member
- State Bar of Wisconsin, Young Lawyer Division – Former President
- State Bar of Wisconsin – Former Board of Governors Member
- Wisconsin Association of African American Lawyers – Member
- Licensed Wisconsin Real Estate Broker
- Co-Host – the “Bottom Up” Podcast
Honors & Awards
- 2023- Recognized in the prestigious 30th edition of the “Best Lawyers in America” for his expertise in Employment Law
- 2023- Named to the Wisconsin Law Journal’s “Power 30 Personal Injury Attorney” list
- 2023- Recipient of the Wisconsin State Bar “John Lederer Distinguished Service” Award
- 2023- Wisconsin Law Journal Legal All-Star Award Recipient – Diversity in the Law
- 2022- Recipient of the American Bar Association “On the Rise-Top 40 Lawyers” Award
- 2017- Named to the Wisconsin Law Journal’s selection of “Up and Coming Lawyers.”
- 2017 to 2023- Selected to the Wisconsin Super Lawyers® “Rising Star” list as one of the top attorneys in Wisconsin.