Gary Cirilli
Rhinelander, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Eric Pangburn
Manitowoc, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Divorce
Daniel Berkos
Mauston, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Derek Horkan
Reedsburg, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Municipal and Real Estate
Richard Davis
Portage, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Randall Rhode
Portage, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Shawn Mutter
Medford, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Fred Hollenbeck
Mauston, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Education
Chaplin
Marinette, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Estate Planning
Alana Busch-Ell
Waupun, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Divorce
James Wedemeyer
Merrill, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Divorce and Family
Mark Skvara
Green Bay, WI Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Estate Planning
Southern IL U School of Law
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Tracey A Wood
10.0 
(2 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfMiddleton, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 32 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Wisconsin Law School
A true Wisconsin native, Attorney Wood earned her undergraduate degree from Marquette University and her law degree from the University of Wisconsin. From the beginning of her legal career, Attorney Wood dedicated herself to defending OWI cases—allowing her to gain valuable experience and insights that are used to help her clients. Attorney Wood is the first Wisconsin attorney to serve on the Board of Regents for the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD) held at Harvard Law School, an organization devoted to furthering education for attorneys in this field of law. She is also a frequent speaker at...
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Michael Cohen
Eau Claire, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Wisconsin - Madison
We are the best criminal defense team in Northcentral and Northwestern Wisconsin. We have been helping clients resolve their matters for over 30 years.
A criminal or OWI case can leave you with many hardships — from loss of a job, to financial hardships, community stigmatization and psychological and emotional distress. Defending a criminal or drunk driving case is difficult and stressful. You don't have to fight this battle alone.
When a loved one is charged with a crime, the impact can be felt throughout the home. Many individuals struggle with enormous stress and anxiety due to the situation. This stress...
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Benjamin T Van Severen
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationMilwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Criminal and DUI
Marquette University Law School
Benjamin Van Severen is a criminal defense attorney who practices in Milwaukee and throughout the state of Wisconsin. He has experience handling all types of cases, from misdemeanors and OWI/DUI to serious felonies, including homicide, sexual assault, crimes involving firearms, and drug crimes.
Focusing entirely on criminal defense, Attorney Van Severen has achieved an acquittal rate three times the state average. Attorney Van Severen received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Marquette University in 2010, with majors in Political Science and Criminology, and a minor in Music. He then received his Juris Doctor from Marquette...
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Eric Raskopf
Oconomowoc, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Cleveland State University
I have successfully defended the rights of the accused in the full range of criminal and traffic offenses since 1992. I am sensitive to the fact that while I have a busy caseload, this may be your only experience with the criminal justice system. Whether your are accused of a minor traffic violation or a serious felony, you can expect that your matter will be handled with a high level of professionalism, integrity and sensitivity. Remember, it's your case.
Proper communication between attorney and client is the hallmark of effective representation. Clients can expect copies of documents filed on their behalf...
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Nils P. Wyosnick
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationMadison, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
Nils Wyosnick is an attorney based in Madison, Wisconsin, representing clients throughout Wisconsin, including the counties of Dane, Iowa, Rock, Green, Lafayette and Columbia. With a concentration in defending clients charged with drunk driving offenses and misdemeanor and felony crimes, Nils is licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Illinois. He is routinely recognized as a top attorney in the field of criminal defense and DUI/OWI defense. He can be reached at 608.772.4649.
A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago School of Law, Nils began his career as a prosecutor for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office in Chicago, where he prosecuted...
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Richard Coad
Madison, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
William Mitchell College of Law
Rick Coad is the founder and principal of Coad Law Office, S.C., in Madison, Wisconsin. He is a top-rated criminal defense attorney with more than 19 years of experience. Rick focuses his practice on defending individuals and corporations in state and federal court. His skills have carried him to courts throughout the midwest, and he has argued a case in the United States Supreme Court.
He has been named by Super Lawyers thirteen times in his career, most recently in 2023. He is widely considered a leading defense lawyer in Wisconsin.
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Julia Westley
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
5610 Medical Circle
Suite 26
Madison, WI 53719
Free ConsultationMadison, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and Traffic Tickets
Marquette University Law School
Attorney Westley practices criminal defense and DUI/OWI all over Wisconsin. She graduated from Marquette University Law School in 2015 with a certificate in litigation and uses that every day. She did her undergrad at the University of Minnesota and graduated from there in 2011. She has done a stint with Americorps and regularly volunteers for Teen Court in Waukesha County as a judge.
She has won numerous awards for client satisfaction and works hard to get the best case scenario for her clients on a daily basis.
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John Birdsall
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 36 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Wisconsin Law School
Attorney John A. Birdsall has more than 30 years of experience and has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted and victorious criminal defense attorneys in the State of Wisconsin. With over 260 jury trials, mostly for serious felonies, he has an acquittal rate that is three times the state average.
John’s practice is focused exclusively on defending the wrongly accused, and he has recently made headlines for his defense of a client named Eddie Gill. After being accused of shooting and killing a Milwaukee resident, John helped uncover that the police had interrogated Gill into confessing when...
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Franklyn M. Gimbel
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 65 years of experience
(414) 271-1440
330 East Kilbourn Avenue
Two Plaza East, Suite 1170
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Criminal and Employment
Marquette University Law School
Franklyn M. Gimbel founded GRGB after serving as an Assistant United States Attorney from 1963 through 1968. His experience as a federal prosecutor has proven invaluable in developing a successful private criminal defense law practice.
Over the years, Frank has expanded his practice into civil litigation, including complex business, employment, communications, and First Amendment cases. He has represented small businesses and large corporations, as well as individuals ranging from working men and women to judges, CEOs, and other professionals. No person's problem is too insignificant or too complicated.
Helping people is Frank's passion and the cornerstone of his practice. As he so...
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Michael Hayes
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Marquette University Law School
Michael M. Hayes was a founding partner of the Milwaukee law firm of Hayes & Rothstein, 1983-2019.
A Milwaukee native, Mr. Hayes earned his Juris Doctor law degree in 1981 from Marquette University Law School, where he was the Lead Articles Editor on the Law Review. During this time, he also served as a Judicial Intern for Wisconsin Court of Appeals Chief Judge John Decker. His undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Notre Dame and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he graduated in 1977. Within 3 years he was listed in Best Lawyers in America after founding what had...
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Raymond Dall'Osto
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 47 years of experience
(414) 271-1440
330 East Kilbourn Avenue
Suite 1170
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Criminal, DUI, Employment and White Collar Crime
Marquette University Law School
Raymond M. Dall’Osto is a partner with the law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and is admitted to practice law in Wisconsin and Illinois. His practice areas are white-collar and criminal defense in federal and state courts, defense of regulatory investigations, professional discipline defense, ethics and licensing matters, civil litigation, personal injury, employment, and constitutional rights.
Ray received his law degree from the Marquette University Law School in 1977. He taught there as an adjunct professor of law from 1985 to 1990, and also has lectured at the University of Wisconsin...
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Jessie Weber
Eau Claire, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Law
I have dedicated my practice to criminal defense for the past decade. I have worked in both the private sector and public sector.
My experience in both sectors has given me the opportunity to meet and work with experienced attorneys across the State. Over the years I have dealt with a wide variety of legal matters that have provided invaluable experience and knowledge of the law and the legal system.
My desire is to provide the most effective and comprehensive defense available to my clients. I want my clients to know that I understand they are in a unique situation and that...
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Teuta Jonuzi
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationMiddleton, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Wisconsin Law School
As an young and energetic attorney at Tracey Wood & Associates, Teuta Jonuzi fights hard for the rights or her clients.
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Anthony Cotton
Waukesha, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
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Marquette University Law School
My first trial after graduating law school was a homicide case and we achieved a not guilty verdict. Since then, our firm has achieved innumerable dismissals and acquittals. We have won cases that seem unwindable. We have won cases when clients have confessed to crimes. In one very remarkable case, one of our clients confessed to a crime and pleaded guilty with another lawyer. After coming to us for a second opinion we were able to withdraw his guilty plea, go to trial, and convince a jury of his innocence despite the fact that he confessed his guilt to the...
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Amy Catherine Scholz
10.0 (3 Peer Reviews)
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
Criminal
University of Akron School of Law
Attorney Amy C. Scholz is a former state criminal prosecutor who primarily focuses her practice on providing the best defense to clients with criminal defense, traffic, and drunk driving matters. Amy began her practice in Ohio where she worked for the City of Akron Prosecutors Office. She then returned to Wisconsin where she worked as an assistant district attorney before refocusing her practice to criminal defense. Amy is a zealous advocate for her clients. She has successfully argued motions to the court, negotiated the reduction of felony and misdemeanor charges, prevailed at jury trials, and earned...
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Sarah Schmeiser
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Madison, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Wisconsin Law School
Sarah concentrates on two areas of practice: criminal and traffic defense and immigration law. In the area of criminal and traffic defense, Sarah has defended clients at all levels - from local municipal courts through the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Sarah handles many circuit court trials every year, successfully protecting client interests. Sarah handles all levels of appeal in criminal and traffic cases and has argued several cases in front of the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Sarah frequently handles charges of drunk driving, sexual assault, substantial battery, theft from employer, delivery of a controlled substance, and all types of criminal and...
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Adam J. Schleis
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
(414) 271-1440
330 East Kilbourn Avenue, Suite 1170
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Criminal
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Before joining Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP as an Associate, Adam J. Schleis worked for seven years in the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office where he did trial-level defense work. His practice later expanded to include cases beyond criminal defense such as those involving mental health, guardianship, child protective services and family law— working with clients from pre-charging all the way through jury trial. In his eight years of experience, Adam has tried plenty of cases in front of a jury.
To schedule your initial consultation with the Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney, visit online or call 414-271-1440.
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Patrick Kiernan Cafferty
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfRacine, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Marquette University Law School
Mr. Cafferty’s credentials and awards include:
+ Graduate of Marquette University Law School
+ Member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
+ Member of the Wisconsin Association Criminal Defense Lawyers
+ Named in Super Lawyers Magazine 2008 – 2021
+ Earned the Distinguished Martindale-Hubbell AV* Peer Review Rating
+ Named in Best Lawyers in America 2013-2021 Edition for Criminal Defense
Mr. Cafferty has developed solid professional relationships and a reputation of being honest with judges and prosecutors throughout Southeast Wisconsin.
From offices in Racine, criminal defense lawyer Patrick Cafferty defends the rights of people charged with state and federal criminal offenses throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern...
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Jeffrey Lee Murrell
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Business and DUI
Marquette University
Admitted to practice law in Wisconsin since 1995, I have had my own law practice since 1997. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, my practice concentrates on litigation in the areas of criminal defense (all levels, state & federal), family law (divorce, child custody/support, paternity), personal bankruptcy (and alternatives), state & municipal licensing and other areas. I am admitted to practice in Wisconsin and in both the U.S. District Courts of the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. I earned my B.A. at the University of New Orleans in 1991 and my J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 1995. I am...
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Patrick Campbell
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Lawyer
(414) 271-1440
330 East Kilbourn Avenue
Suite 1170
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Criminal and Appeals
University of Wisconsin Law School
Patrick Campbell serves as an Associate at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Before joining the firm, he focused his legal career on criminal defense across municipal, state, and federal jurisdictions.
During his time at law school in Madison, Patrick developed a strong interest in criminal law, particularly in defending those accused of crimes. He gained valuable experience as a law clerk for Judge Ralph Ramirez in the Waukesha County Circuit Court. In his second year, Patrick participated in the Prosecution Project Clinic at the University of Wisconsin and interned with the Portage County District Attorney’s Office. After...
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Nicole Masnica
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal and Appeals
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Nicole M. Masnica is a Partner at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Working to serve Wisconsin clients and bettering her community has always been a top priority. Nicole has spent countless hours in circuit courts in Southeastern Wisconsin both as a trial attorney and appellate advocate.
Prior to joining the firm, Nicole spent nine years representing countless individuals in all stages of criminal litigation at the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office, from pre-charging conferences to appellate representation to administrative revocation proceedings. She has tried multiple cases to a jury with successful outcomes and has achieved relief for...
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Steven House
Madison, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Cannabis Law and DUI
University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
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Matthew Pinix
Milwaukee, WI Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals and Civil Rights
Marquette University Law School
Atty. Matthew Pinix has represented hundreds of individuals in postconviction, appellate, habeas, and civil rights matters. He has also given several educational talks to lawyers, law students, and the public about criminal appeals and the processes involved.
On multiple occasions, he has been invited by other lawyers to represent individuals or organizations before the Wisconsin Supreme Court in criminal cases.
Every year since 2013, he has been selected by his peers for inclusion in Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star, an award given to no more than 2.5% of the attorneys in Wisconsin.
Prior to becoming a practicing lawyer, Matthew worked as...
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