“From years on the bench, I learned that the courtroom can deliver a verdict, but mediation can deliver peace. Dispute resolution allows people to reclaim ownership of their conflicts, and that is often the truest form of justice.”
— Hon. Joseph Boles (Ret.) | PowerHouse
(612) 895-2210
Judge – Pierce County Circuit Court, Seventh District of Wisconsin
(Elected 2010-Retired on December 31, 2020)
Attorney at Law – Rodli, Beskar, Boles & Krueger, Partner (1983-2010)
Private practice included representing clients in personal injury and criminal matters. He also gained experience in real estate, wills, and estate planning.
PowerHouse Mediation is honored to welcome the Honorable Joseph Boles (Ret.) to our team of distinguished neutrals. Judge Boles brings more than forty years of legal and judicial experience to his mediation and arbitration practice. Known for his steady leadership, fairness, and extensive legal experience, he embodies the thoughtful and principled approach that defines PowerHouse Mediation’s commitment to excellence.
What sets Judge Boles apart is his unique perspective shaped by decades in both private practice and on the bench. As a trial lawyer and Certified Civil Trial Specialist, he developed a reputation for skill and tenacity in complex civil cases. As a Pierce County Circuit Court Judge for a decade, he presided over a full spectrum of matters—including civil, family, and criminal—earning respect for his clarity, balance, and dedication to justice.
Judge Boles offers clients a calm, experienced hand in navigating disputes. His approach is rooted in fairness, careful listening, and practical problem-solving. He focuses his mediation practice on civil, commercial, and family law matters, providing parties with the benefit of his insight and seasoned judgment to help move even the most challenging cases toward resolution.