Barry S. Cohen

Barry S. Cohen

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 42 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Elkhart Lake, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

N9661 Willow Rd., Elkhart Lake, WI

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 42 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1983

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Barry S. Cohen, S.C.

N9661 Willow Rd., Elkhart Lake, WI, 53020

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Barry S. Cohen's Reviews

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9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jacob | February 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome attorney

He got my felony reduced down to a misdemeanor. Was looking at a substantial amount of prison time. Got a couple months on house arrest instead, and also got to keep my job.

Posted by Dawn | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, trustworthy, and did a great job

Attorney Cohen worked with the DA"s in two countries to prevent me from losing my license and prevented my insurance from skyrocketing. So glad I found him....and yes I learned my lesson. Thank you so much for a second chance!

Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2013

Best OWI lawyer out there!

Barry assisted me in lessening my first OWI charges. He helped me to get out of the interlock inginition for my BAC level above the 0.15. There were things that he found for my case that I would have never have thought. I would recommend him to anyone who has been unlucky and has received and OWI.

Posted by charlie | July 11, 2012

A man of absolute integrity and puts his clients needs before his own

I had a complex situation where I had my license revoked in 3 states simultaneously! My lawyers in the other two states took a "wait-and-see" attitude, to see what would develop before giving me any guidance for how to proceed. Barry, on the other hand, offered some bold advice that took even t...he other two lawyers by surprise, but Barry's idea is the one thing that helped me get my license back NINE MONTHS EARLIER than if I had followed the other Lawyer's advice. The most amazing part of working with Barry was that he talked to me on the phone several times, AT LENGTH and never mentioned anything about charging me. When I asked him how much I owed, he told me don't worry about the $$ right now, not worried about that, just focus on winning my case. Barry is one of the few people out there who is in business because he enjoys helping people out. I'd strongly recommend his services to anyone who's fallen afoul of the law, particularly in cases involving moving violations!

Posted by J.C. | February 25, 2012

Better than a Super Lawyer!

Barry Cohen is a superb lawyer and he goes that extra mile to dig deep into whatever is presented to him and his client. He is direct and upfront with his projections, his intents are logical and his pursuit for justice is second to none! I would and will "demand" that anybody who would need assistan...ce to get help in a DUI "experience" contact Barry Cohen promptly. He is on my Christmas card list now! Thank you Barry!

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Barry S. Cohen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Majerus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I am very fortunate to work with Wisconsin's leader in DUI defense. Barry's experience and knowledge pays dividends for his clients. He understands the law better than most judges and is well-respected in the courtroom. He would be my first choice for any friend or family member facing a DUI charge. I fully endorse Barry Cohen."

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Michael Hayes

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barry Cohen is the gold standard for OWI attorneys in Wisconsin."

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Matthew Murray

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been fortunate enough to have worked with Attorney Cohen on several cases. He is truly a master defense attorney. I would not hesitate to trust a friend or family member’s case with him."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent Attorney. Great Person. Highly Skilled DUI Defense Attorney. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Charles Kenyon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have attended his seminars and watched him at work. He is innovative and assertive on behalf of his clients."

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Michael Witt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barry is a pioneer in WI drunk-driving defense and continues to achieve excellent results for his clients."

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Dudley Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Barry is one of the best OWI lawyers in the country. He is a relentless advocate for his clients willing to do everything possible to achieve desired results. He knows the law and is very creative in defending his clients. He is respected by judges and prosecuters."

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Evan Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Cohen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Barry to be one the finest and best OWI defense lawyers in the State of WI. Indeed he is recognized as one of the preeminent such attorneys in our state.. I never hesitate to refer clients to Barry whenever I can. He has taught many of the other top OWI lawyers in our state much of what they know. He is a thorough, caring, competent and highly successful advocate for his clients. He is a class attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very experienced lawyer."

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barry Cohen is not only a pre-eminent DUI defense attorney; he is THE acknowledged leader of the DUI defense bar in Wisconsin. He and I may be business competitors, but Barry Cohen is a man of great integrity, whom I respect tremendously. He always behaves as a gentleman and diplomat - even though he is a fierce advocate and competitor. I would refer a loved one to him without hesitation. He has my strong endorsement."

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Elizabeth Rich

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Barry Cohen is pre-eminent in his field. He is first and foremost a top-quality defense attorney with a track record of positive results for his clients. He is also a compassionate, skilled and perceptive legal counselor. And on top of that, he volunteers a significant amount of time to contribute his vast knowledge and expertise to national, state and local bar associations and legislative committees. He has my continuing admiration and respect."

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Karyn Missimer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Barry's annual seminar on DUI defense is THE seminar to attend. He has forgotten more caselaw then I will ever know and defends his clients relentlessly and passionately."

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Sarvan Singh

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Matthew Murray

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Wisconsin SuperLawyers, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Wisconsin SuperLawyers, Milwaukee Magazine

2006

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Milwauker Magazine

Associations

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Charter Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Criminal Law Section, State Bar of Wisconsin

Chair

Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers

Board Member

Education

1983

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

N/A

Wisconsin State Bar Publication Traffic Law and Practice in Wisconsin
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