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
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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 41 - 45 of 56 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2012 | DUI & DWI

Amazing Results!

Facing an OWI and refusal case I contacted Dennis Melowski as referral from an attorney friend who spoke very highly of his practice in OWI cases. I also interviewed several other highly rated attorneys and found Dennis to be very confident and straight with me on my case review. After thoroughly und...erstanding the situation I was in with the “refusal” and OWI, the best outcome Dennis and I thought we might see would be a plea to the OWI and trying to drop the refusal which carried a 12mo suspension and ignition interlock. After receiving the dash camera videos Dennis was able to use my refusal and discussion with the arresting officer as not an admission to the refusal. Amazingly he was able to argue the case with the DA and Judge to have both the OWI and refusal dropped to a just disorderly conduct charge! His knowledge and experience in looking at the most minor details in this case I know are the reason why I was found not guilty. I never had to meet a judge or go to trial and cannot express enough how Dennis changed my life. I can honestly said that facing the sigma of having an OWI on my record was the most humiliating thing I had to face may family and friends with, and due to Dennis I don’t. I would highly recommend Dennis for anyone looking for absolutely the best defense attorney in Wisconsin. Dennis …..Thank you!

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2011 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

DWI 2011

Dennis is the man your looking for look no further. He will handle every detail of the case in a swift and speedy manor. We never met Dennis but he will be on our Christmas card list for life. He not only takes care of the judicial end of the case he becomes your coach and your friend. As you know... there is a lot of stress involved in a case like this. He was always there to give just the right kind words of encouragement when he knew you were letting the stress get to you. You just know that he is going to do everything humanly possible to get great results. My results were phenomenal. He saved my career as I have a CDL and this would have ended my use of it with any other relsult than the one obtained. He had my ticket reduced to a minor traffic violation inattentive driving. All without taking off work at all to go to court he handled everything. I know amazing right? We couldn't have done this without him Im sure of it. He is worth every penny you pay him and more. Do yourself a favor and give him a call it will be one of the best things you'll do today. Thanks again Dennis God Speed with all your clients, but thanks again for all you did for us.

Posted by Mark P. | June 06, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Dennis Melowski Saved My Career!

When I first called Melowski & Associates; Dennis himself called me within a half hour and spoke with me for 45 minutes and within another 1/2 hr. his partner Sarvan had called. At a time when my head was spinning, I chose to retain this firm with confidence that they cared about my 22 yrs. as an ove...r the road driver. From the d.o.t. 6 month suspension that Dennis had dropped 3 days before Thanksgivng to a lesser charge of disorderly conduct (without even going to trial) I didn't miss a beat in my employment! Furthermore; while facing inevitable back surgery during this time and other issues, Dennis continued to remind me to not give up. Dennis is the real deal! and thanks alone is not enough. OUTSTANDING!

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Bar none, the best DUI/OWI attorney you can hire! Don't look anywhere else, Dennis is your man!

I know this is long, but if you have any doubts at all regarding who you should hire to defend you in what could be one of your most important and stressful situations, read on. If you read all the way through your decision will be clear...Dennis is absolutely, positively, without a doubt, your man!... My meager words can't sum up how thoroughly satisfied I am with my decision to hire Dennis as my attorney. This man was an absolute professional from my initial phone conversation with him, all the way through the ensuing 18 month case, and on to final completion by way of a jury trial where I was completely vindicated and found NOT GUILTY on all charges related to my case! Dennis was always easy for me to contact, in person, which is absolutely critical for me. If he wasn't immediately available, he always contacted me as soon as he was free. He answered any question I had; from insurance advice to dealing with the DOT. He made this troubling experience much easier to deal with as I knew with no uncertainty that I had hired the best man for the job and he was 100% on top of the situation and dedicated to getting the best outcome for me. On top of his total professionalism, he is a very affable man to deal with on a personal level. I was unfortunate enough to be stopped in a county that absolutely does not plea OWI charges due to the transgressions of a former District Attorney in relation to OWI cases, so we knew from the start that this was very likely going to be a trial situation. When the day finally came, I was amazed at how Dennis immediately went from the aforementioned pleasant fellow when dealing with me and turned into an absolute bulldog that took command of the situation and was completely dedicated to winning my case in court. His preparation, demeanor, and trial strategy were impeccable. Looking back, his performance in the courtroom was an absolute thing of beauty. In a case with dash cam video that the prosecutor was heavily depending on, Dennis turned the tables and used what the prosecutor thought was his best weapon against him. After watching the video in court, during his cross-examination of the arresting officer, Dennis caught the officer red handed in various half-truths and embellishments in both his initial arrest report and his testimony that day. He also caught the officer in several major breeches of protocol pertaining to the way he administered the roadside sobriety tests he had me perform. The best thing was that the dash cam video completely proved all of this in my favor! Believe me; Dennis knows the strict rules that are supposed to be followed when giving these tests (as well as breathalyzer tests) even better than the officers who give them. While Dennis was giving his closing arguments, I stole a glance at the prosecutor who was by this time busy staring at the ceiling and running his fingers through his hair with a look on his face that could only have meant he was thinking something akin to "how did this get away from me and go so completely wrong." PRICELESS! If this is a situation you want resolved with the best possible outcome for you, don’t hesitate to hire Dennis. He will fight for you through every step of the process. There may be lower cost attorneys out there, but very often you get what you pay for. If you go that route, you’ll always be wondering “Could I have done better with Dennis?” The answer could very likely be “Yes.” Dennis, thank you again for everything!

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2011 | DUI & DWI

Completely Vindicated

Dennis Melowski is your best option when up against drunk driving citation(s). I was referred to Dennis by another attorney who simply stated "if you want to insure you have done your best to win the case, then go with Dennis Melowski!" After being completely vindicated from a two year trial, I felt ...Dennis accomplished the impossible. He is focused, professional and in my opinion, the best in his field. You will never wonder if you made the right decision if Dennis Melowski is representing you.

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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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