Dennis Michael Melowski

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Dennis Michael Melowski

also known as Dennis M. Melowski

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 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
2024 2023 2021
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Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 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 - 10 of 16 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Lee | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Outstanding OUI Attorney First Class!!!

If you are reading this that means you need help with your OUI citation. I'm going to tell you to stop looking right now and call Dennis he is the best there is trust me. I am just a working class guy that has a CDL and with my his discription I can not have a OWI on my recorded or else I would be le...t go from my job in a heartbeat. I know paying for a attorney is a lot of money but I always believed it you get what you pay for and I will guarantee Dennis is going to be worth every single nickel you spend. I was cited for my first OUI in October of 2014 I did my research on some attorneys in Wisconsin and I will tell you one thing when I met with Dennis at his office I knew I had the right man for the job. Dennis and his team worked very hard on my case tring to get it settled with out the OUI conviction on my recorded but the other attorney would not settle because they felt they had a strong case against me. So here we are more then a year after I was pulled over for OUI it is now December 2015 my court date in Brown County Court. As we started the day out Dennis did a outstanding job at selecting a jury that would give us the best opportunity. When the time came for the opening statements it was like a switch was turned on in Dennis,he commanded that court room and had everyone's attention. Dennis did his research on everything and every witness that was brought up to the stand. Dennis was just a absolute bull dog in court by the time everything was done in my opinion he sent the prosecuting attorney back to high school ( cause he got schooled big time). The most powerful thing that happened in the court room was Dennis's closing statement he put it in words that everyone on the jury could relate to in there own personal life's. I was found to be not guilty on all three counts I was facing. Every out come is going to be different because there are no guarantees and Dennis will tell you that before you hire him but I will tell you one thing Dennis will give you your best chance to beat your citation so stop looking and talk to Dennis you will not be disappointed.

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

As If The Day Never Happened - If you Need Results, There is No One Else!

After searching for an attorney and making numerous phone calls to different lawyers to represent my case for 1st time DUI, I came across Dennis. I had been stopped for failure to yield, resulting in being pulled over and arrested on suspicion of OWI. After receiving my results of BAC of .196, there ...was no doubt I needed the best. My job was dependent on reputation as well as driving privileges. We talked with Dennis and immediately he had a plan for what was next and what he could do to help. We received the police officer's dashboard camera and began fighting our case that there was no traffic violation committed. We felt we had a legitimate chance of getting the case dropped based upon the evidence. Although I didn't want to lose my license, by keeping the current judge who would suspend them, Dennis felt he would have a better chance of success. His legal opinion always had the best reasoning. Through the whole process, Dennis kept me informed, but never did I have to make a statement or be present for a hearing. He handled everything. We thought the process could take years if it were to be turned over in my favor. I received an email approximately 9 months after the case began that ALL charges were dismissed. It was as if the day had never happened. Dennis was easy to work with, informative, and assured me he had everything under control. I felt "stress-free" with him in control of my case and was able to look forward to his updates knowing he was getting closer to my desired results. I would recommend him to anyone looking for the best outcome! Although I never got to meet him face to face, I would love to shake his hand and thank him for representing me when I thought I was at my worst. Wouldn't go with anyone else!

Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Exceeded My Expectations...which were high to begin with!

It came down to Dennis and another well-regarded DUI attorney to fight my case and save my job. I was on the fence and contacts my wife's brother-in-law who is a lawyer at a big firm for his advice. He told me to go with Dennis because, in his words, "Dennis Melowski is the MAN." And was he ever righ...t! Although the court process was very slow, I never lost faith because I knew I had Dennis in my corner. After months of legal challenges and plea bargaining, dennis got me a fantastic deal. I avoided a DUI completely and got stuck with just a minor traffic ticket. He saved my job (which would have been irreplaceable) and I cannot say enough good things about him. Like I was told, he is the MAN.

Posted by Micki | November 12, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Go With the Best!

I chose that title for my review of Dennis because that was what the ultimate decision of choosing my lawyer (or whether or not to hire one at all) came down to. It took me four very long days, concentrating on nothing else, to finally call Dennis back and ask him to represent me. My insurance rates... on multiple vehicles would triple, the fines and court costs I knew about, the unknown costs that may be ahead, the prospect of the OWI on my record - it all left my head spinning. Finally, I just let it all go, and told myself that if I didn't hire the best, I may very well have to live my life wondering, "What If?" Sixteen months later, the only thing I was wondering was if I would ever get to meet the man! Everything was handled by phone, text, or email. He is calm, intelligent, and reassuring, and responds quickly to a call or text. He goes to court for you, and then tells you what happened and what will happen next. In my case, it was going to come down to a jury trial. I met with Dennis two weeks before the scheduled trial and he went over the research he had gathered for the case. He also told me that the DA may budge before the trial, and that he would settle for nothing other than a non-alcohol related offense. If there was no settlement, we were to meet again a couple days before the trial. I left his office with such confidence in him, that I never bothered to ask for a day off of work! And rightfully so - I soon got a phone call from him stating that we had gotten the non-alcohol related charges that he had sought! Hiring Dennis gives you a peace of mind that you would never dream possible in such a serious situation. I will be forever grateful and recommend him wholeheartedly! He is AMAZING!

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

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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

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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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