Dennis Michael Melowski

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Dennis Michael Melowski

also known as Dennis M. Melowski

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Sheboygan, WI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

524 South Pier Drive, Sheboygan, WI

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About Dennis

Biography

Voted by his peers as Wisconsin's top DUI defense lawyer every year since 2005.

Voted by his peers as Wisconsin's top DUI lawyer every year since 2005. Practice in ALL counties.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

DUI and DWI 100%

Statewide practice exclusively limited to aggressive DUI defense. Unmatched record of success.

33 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 32 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1993

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Melowski & Associates, LLC.

524 South Pier Drive, Sheboygan, WI, 53081

melowskilaw.com

Online Presence

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Dennis Michael Melowski's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

143 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Linda | January 21, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Recommendation

Dear Potential Clients of Attorney Dennis Melowski, Dennis Melowski will forever be my hero, and one who gave me back my dignity to continue living my life in a positive light. Thank you Dennis, with all my heart and soul. One July evening my life changed? I was pulled over due to a headli...ght being burned out and arrested for a DUI. I know many of you will not understand my next statement: This DUI experience was worse than being told I was probably not going to make it through surgery. You may ask why? Please let me explain. My defense involved the special circumstances of my physical and medical conditions. Dennis had to do a lot of research to connect these issues, and find the technical expert to help in my defense. The criminal justice is supposed to treat you as innocent until proven guilty. But, today it seems like the opposite-you are guilty, and must prove your innocence. This letter comes with the highest recommendation I could offer to any human being in my life-Attorney Dennis Melowski. It’s difficult to describe how horrific this process has been over the two years it took to get to trial. Why did this case take so long? In my opinion, because of the arrogance, unpreparedness, and incompetence of the DA’s office and the judge involved. The presiding judge denied every reasonable request, or objection, that Dennis made. We didn't stand a chance. It seemed hopeless from the beginning. What made the 2-year process bearable were my attorney Dennis Melowski and his colleague Attorney Sarvan Singh, Jr. They believed in me, and fought hard with integrity at every step of this criminal process. It’s taken me nearly 1 1/2 years to write this letter because I could not bear the emotional scars or having to relive this nightmare. The only serenity and sanity I experienced in this process was that Dennis believed me in and was willing to take on the criminal justice system, despite the odds. After two years of delay after delay, we finally got the jury trial we deserved. What I lived through in my jury trial process was something I have only seen in the movies. Never in my life did I ever believe for a moment I would be in the midst of this hell. When everyone in that courtroom is against you, and your whole life flashes in front of you, and the only person in the entire courtroom you can depend on is your attorney, it’s a very lonely feeling! My morals, values, core beliefs, integrity, were all in question. Everything I ever believed in was in question. I am a Christian, and I have never questioned God’s will, but this was a time in my life I did! I prayed throughout the entire two years of this legal battle and never, ever, for a moment did Dennis give up on me. Dennis, thank you for giving me my hope and belief back in humanity. As I reflect back on the last day of our jury trial, tears are flowing from my eyes at this moment. I will never forget you Dennis, and I will never forget your passion as you looked in the eyes of that jury and looked at me. You believed in me and forever I will respect you for that belief and passion. My jury trial lasted for five long days. The jury was in deliberations for nearly fours hours-the longest four hours of my life. I imagine after all this you want to know what the verdict was. I was found not guilty! This was because of the excellent representation given to me by Dennis Melowski and his staff. Sincerely, Linda

Posted by Douglas | October 18, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Wow, a fighting change for your rights!!

Mr. Melowski was excellent to say the very least. After meeting with several reputable attorneys I knew that he was the only person for mine or any case. Knowledgeable beyond belief, he was able to give me hope when I had thought it was gone. His courtroom etiquette was amazing to watch, and in t...he end despite my charges he was able to get me the minimum in every aspect of the case. After witnessing him in action I believe that judges and district attorneys respect him for who he is and what he brings to the table. They certainly know he means business!

Posted by BRAD | July 16, 2012 | DUI & DWI

DUI Client

I spoke with 11 different law firms before making my decision to hire Dennis Melowski. I feel it was the best decision I could have ever made. Not only was he professional, informative, understanding, and avalible when needed. But Sarvan, Barb, and Rachel are a huge part of the hole experience. Al...ways helpful and involved in my case. They all deserve credit for the outcome in my case. My family and I can't thank them all enough for everything they have done for me. If you are in need of the best law firm for a DUI case. You have no reason to look any further. I thank Dennis, Sarvan, Barb, and Rachel again for everything. From the bottom of my heart THANK YOU.

Posted by JOHN | May 06, 2012 | DUI & DWI

PROFESSIONAL CDL DRIVER

i CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH ON THE WAY DENNIS MELOWSKI DEFENDED MY OWI CASE! WHEN I HAD NO HOPE MELOWSKI & ASSOCIATES GAVE ME THE CONFIDENCE THAT BETTER DAYS WERE AHEAD.DENNIS TOOK CHARGE OF THE CASE AND KEPT ME FROM EVER ENTERING THE COURT ROOM.DENNIS HAS AMAZING UNDERSTANDING AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE LAW AND ...YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.YOU KNOW YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS WHEN YOU HEAR YOUR LAWYER SAY,"I DON'T LIKE TO LOSE".WHEN YOU SEE THAT MELOWSKI & ASSOCIATES WERE VOTED AS WISCONSIN'S SUPER LAWYERS,BELIEVE IT! i COULD NOT HAVE MADE A BETTER CHOICE FOR MY DEFENSE!

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Dennis Michael Melowski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elizabeth Majerus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis gets results where other lawyers can't. He understands the nuances of OWI law better than most. His command of a courtroom is unmatched and his pretrial negotiations are incredibly successful. He is a highly effective advocate."

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John Dobogai

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Smart, learned, respected; a great advocate."

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Michael Hayes

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. No one matches Dennis Melowski's command of a courtroom. Peerless."

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Stephen Johnson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dennis is the best Dui trial attorney that I know."

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Charles Kenyon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of those the rest of us seek to emulate. We learn from him."

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Gregg Stark

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Witt

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an incredibly talented trial lawyer, perhaps the best I have ever seen."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Melowski is an intelligent, professional attorney willing to go the extra distance for his clients. He is aggressive and dedicated. Even though he is a competitor of mine, I fully endorse him."

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Paul Stanko

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dennis is recognized as a top Wisconsin DUI defense attorney in our nationwide community."

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Nicholas Juhl

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Melowski's reputation as an excellent attorney is well know, even way out here on the West Coast."

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Kirk Obear

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Simply put, Dennis Melowski is the best drunk driving defense lawyer in the State of Wisconsin. I worked with him for over 10 years and I can honestly say that if someone in my family was charged with OWI, I would want Dennis on the case. He is dedicated, trustworthy and diligent. Dennis has won more jury trials that any lawyer I know in my 15+ years of practice - he even wins on tough facts that other lawyers would shy away from. Unsurpassed in the field of drunk driving defense."

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dennis is highly respected by fellow attorneys as a successful DUI/DWI attorney. If arrested for DUI/DWI, call him first!"

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Even though Dennis Melowski is a competitor of mine, I have the greatest respect for him. Dennis Melowski is an extraordinary lawyer, who has gained a national reputation for excellence. I would not hesitate to entrust a family member or close friend to his care."

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Eric Raskopf

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dennis is an outstanding trial Lawyer. He has a knack for winning difficult cases."

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Anthony Cotton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Dennis' work in the DUI field. He knows the stuff inside and out."

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Elizabeth Majerus

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Hayes

Unknown lawyer

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Matthew Murray

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Clinton

Unknown lawyer

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Michael Witt

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sarvan Singh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Kirk Obear

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Anthony Cotton

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Leader in Trial Law, Newsweek Magazine

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Wisconsin Super Lawyer (For a Record-Tying 8th Time), Milwaukee Magazine/Law & Politics Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2011

8 Leaders in Criminal Defense, Newsweek Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

SuperLawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

SuperLawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Best in Business-Milwaukee, Forbes Magazine

2008

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Law and Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2007

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

2006

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine

Work Experience

1995 - 2009

Attorney, Melowski & Cohen, S.C.

Associations

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Drunk Driving Roundtable

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Wisconsin Legislative Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Alexander, 214 Wis. 2d 628, 571 N.W. 2d 662 (1997)

State v. Busch, 217 Wis. 2d 429, 576 N.W. 2d 904 (1998)

State v. Kiernan, 227 Wis. 2d 736, 596 N.W. 2d 760 (1999)

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Education

1993

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Denver

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1986

University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2009

Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Drunk Driving Defense

2008

Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Drunk Driving Defense

2007

Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Drunk Driving Defense

2007

Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Drunk Driving Defense

2006

Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar

Drunk Driving Defense

2005

National CLE Conference

Drunk Driving Defense

2004

National CLE Conference

Drunk Driving Defense

2003

National CLE Conference

Drunk Driving Defense

2002

National CLE Conference

Drunk Driving Defense

Publications

2013

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Witness Preparation and Examination for DUI Proceedings

N/A

Wisconsin Traffic Law and Practice Manual Co-Author of Multiple Chapters

Activity

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