S.J. Louis Construction v. City of Waukesha litigation
Summary
Deposits in the SJ Lewis lawsuit should wrap up by early September, with expert reports to follow and a possible court date set after a December update to the court. Mediation scheduling has been slowed by a lack of communication from SJ Lewis's attorney.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Attorney fees for the lawsuit are budgeted in the 2027 outside services account of about $311,000.
The community benefits if the litigation resolves favorably for the utility.
Waukesha residents stuck with water quality or supply problems could be harmed if the lawsuit delays the fix.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Waukesha Water Commission — October 20, 2026
Final depositions in the ongoing lawsuit are coming up, expert report drafts are due November 13, and mediation is set for December 21-22. More will be shared in closed session next month.
Waukesha Water Commission — July 16, 2026
Deposits in the SJ Lewis lawsuit should wrap up by early September, with expert reports to follow and a possible court date set after a December update to the court. Mediation scheduling has been slowed by a lack of communication from SJ Lewis's attorney.
Waukesha Water Commission — May 21, 2026
The commission was scheduled to meet in closed session with legal counsel about this ongoing lawsuit against the city. The outcome of the litigation could have financial implications for the water utility and ratepayers.
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