Kirk Obear Attorney at Law603 South 8th StreetSheboygan, WI, 53081United States (920) 395-2200
About Kirk
Kirk Obear Attorney at Law - 603 South 8th Street, Sheboygan, WI 53081
When you hire us you will get 200% consideration and attention to detail on your case. Your calls will get through, your questions will get answered, and you will see the difference real teamwork makes when you need it most:
Our mission is to see you through this difficult time and fight for the best possible results in your case.
Office hours Monday- Friday, 8-5
Nights and weekends by appointment
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Free 60 minute consultation
If you would like more information about my criminal defense practice or if you have questions that are not answered on this web site, please contact me: I can be reached by phone at 920-395-2200 or by e-mail at: [email protected]
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 50%
23 years
- DUI and DWI: 50%
I am considered one of the leading attorneys in the state of Wisconsin in this area. I receive referrals from clients, judges, other attorneys and law enforcement agents. I have successfully resolved hundreds of DUI cases in favor of my clients. Please refer to my website page "casework" for a listing of specific results.
21 years
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License
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI | Good Standing | 1994 | 11/18/2020 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 1 |
Awards
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Named Superlawyer in Criminal Defense | Wisconsin Super Lawyers | 2010 |
| Wisconsin SuperLawyer(R) | Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine | 2009 |
| Milwaukee Best in Business | Forbes Magazine | 2008 |
| Wisconsin SuperLawyer(R) | Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine | 2008 |
| Wisconsin SuperLawyer(R) | Law & Politics/Milwaukee Magazine | 2007 |
| Air Force Meritorious Service Award | USAF | 1999 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Force Commendation Medal | USAF | 1997 |
Work Experience
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Kirk Obear Attorney at Law | 2008 - Present |
| Associate, Partner | Melowski, Obear & Cohen | 1999 - 2008 |
| Judge Advocate General- Area Defense Counsel | USAF | 1994 - 1999 |
Associations
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National College for DUI Defense NCDD | Member | 2009 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) | Board of Directors | 2009 - Present |
| Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL) | Legislative Director | 2008 - Present |
| International Criminal Defence Attorneys Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), Legal Committee | Legal Committee | 2000 - Present |
| Seventh Circuit Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), Council of Affiliates | Life Member | 1999 - Present |
| Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Board of Directors | 1999 - Present |
| Sheboygan County Bar Association | Member | 1999 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 1994 - Present |
| Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL) | President | 2006 - 2008 |
Publications
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| National Editorial Board- Forecite Legal Publications, Inc. | Contribution Editor- Jury Instructions | N/A |
Education
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
| Mount Olive College | N/A | 1990 |
Speaking Engagements
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar | Defending a Driving Under the Influence of Drugs Case | 2009 |
| Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar | Converting the Analyst From Enemy to Ally | 2008 |
| WACDL Ethics Seminar | Aggressive and Ethical Advocacy | 2007 |
| Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar | Jury Instructions, Testimony and Closing Argument | 2007 |
| WACDL Mega-Seminar | Defending an Internet Sex Sting Case | 2006 |
| Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar | The Fourth Amendment in Drunk Driving Cases | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| 12th Annual Traffic & Impaired Driving Law Seminar | Defense Issues in OWI Litigation | 2006 |
| International Society for Chemical Testing | Defense Perspective on Chemical Testing | 2005 |
| 10th Annual Traffic & Impaired Driving Law Seminar | Defense Perspective on Law Enforcement | 2004 |
| WACDL OWI Seminar | Blood Testing Evidence in OWI Cases | 2003 |
| WACDL Ethics Seminar | Prosecutorial Misconduct | 2003 |
| Federal Defender Services Seminar | Due Process Provisions of the Bail Reform Act | 2003 |
| 9th Annual Traffic & Impaired Driving Law Seminar | Current Developments in OWI Defense | 2003 |
| WACDL OWI Seminar | Cross Examining the Blood Analyst | 2002 |
| 8th Annual Traffic & Impaired Driving Law Seminar | Trial Issues in Drunk Driving Cases | 2002 |
| WACDL OWI Seminar | Cross Examination of State's Expert in Blood Test Case | 2001 |
| Annual Meeting, National Legal Committee | War on Drugs: Defending a Urinalysis Case | 2001 |
| NACDL- La Jolla, California | Military Discharge Upgrades and Correction of Records | 2000 |
Everything was under control
Posted by anonymous
Sun Sep 06 2020
End of the year in 2019 and I was facing 2 felony charges for something that never even happened. I was scared that something like this could happen, even though there was no evidence whatsoever. From the get-go Kirk tried to get the charges dropped for various reasons, but the prosecutor apparently had a big ego or something to try and prove. These charges should have been dropped from the beginning and Kirk knew this. Anyways a full year later (mostly due to COVID) I finally make it to jury trial and Kirk "gave it to them" in the court room. Not once did he stumble. He was FULLY prepared to show them what a waste of time and tax payers money that was used to fight this. Needless to say the jury was in agreement and I was found "Not Guilty".
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Hired attorneyThorough,dedicated, and caring
Posted by anonymous
Mon Jul 01 2019
Out of nowhere i was hit with some felonies facing up to 35 years. Never being in trouble before i was terrified of what was going to happen. I met with at a lot of different firms but none made me feel as safe as Kirk's. From the start he explained everything with extreme detail. Kirk and his team were very thorough through thebwhole process and even got one of my charges dropped. When everything was set and done i got probation and i get to keep my life on track. I could easily say kirk saved my life
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Hired attorneyKirk Basically Saved My Life!
Posted by anonymous
Tue Mar 22 2016
48 hours after my 20th birthday I was charged with a C class felony and an I class felony, facing 40 years in prison. I thought my life was absolutely over. My mother and I hired Kirk and his amazing team and he fought well for me, set me up with a psychologist to prove that I had mental health issues, got me out of jail, back home, and sentenced to only probation convicted of only the one felony and not the other. The team helped me and boosted my confidence the whole way through and are now helping me keep me nursing license. Life is back to normal, I'm working, and getting the help I need and the nightmare is over all thanks to Kirk and his associates.
Thank You Kirk.
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Hired attorneySo Happy!!!!!!!
Posted by anonymous
Tue Feb 09 2016
In the fall of 2012, I was charged as an adult with a federal crime. I was facing felony charges and up to 40 years if convicted. I panicked! I didn’t know where to begin to look for a lawyer, and started going through the yellow pages that night. In call after call, voice messages were left because it was after work hours. When I called Kirk around 8:30pm, I was surprised, pleased and thankful that he picked up the phone.
My decision to hire Kirk was specifically because of his strong background in these types of cases. Kirk and his staff were wonderful to work with. Their professionalism and knowledge was not only impressive, but outstanding. With Kirk’s help and expertise the charges were reduced to misdemeanors. Then I had to meet the terms of a plea agreement in order to have everything dismissed from my record. I am happy to say, it happened! I will always be so grateful to Kirk. This outcome would not have been possible with any other lawyer.
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Hired attorneyTheft Charges Dismissed
Posted by Kirk Obear, Statewide Criminal Defense
Fri Jan 29 2016
I was facing a felony theft charge and based on the recommendation of a friend, I contacted the Obear firm for help. I was truly impressed by Kirk's caring attitude and the amazing amount of effort he put into my case. He made me feel like I was the most important client he had, although I am sure he treats all of his clients that way. I never had to hire a lawyer before, so I was a little nervous about how it would all work. He put my fears at ease and kept me fully informed every step of the way. Kirk convinced the judge to dismiss my case and I now have no criminal record at all thanks to the Obear law firm. I am very very happy with the outcome!
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Hired attorneyNot Guilty Verdict
Posted by anonymous
Thu Jan 28 2016
I was referred to Kirk Obear to represent me in an OWI case in Oshkosh. At first, I didn't know what to expect since I had never worked with a lawyer before. I had assumed that he would be very busy and not able to spend much time with me. Boy was I wrong! Kirk spent an incredible amount of time preparing for the trial, and preparing me for my testimony. By the time the trial date came, we had spent many hours getting ready and I knew exactly what to expect. I couldn't have been happier with Attorney Obear's mastery of the evidence and complete control over the courtroom. He made the prosecutor look like a fool. When the jury came back NOT GUILTY on all counts, I was so relieved and so happy I had made the right choice. I will never forget Kirk's devotion to my case, and his professionalism. I know I won't ever get in trouble again, but I know who to recommend to my friends and family if they ever find themselves needing the best there is. Thank you Kirk.
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Hired attorneyCase Dismissed. Thank you Kirk!
Posted by anonymous
Tue Jan 19 2016
I was charged with a sex offense and I thought my life was over until I found Kirk Obear and his law firm. Mr. Obear analyzed the evidence, met with the prosecutor, and argued that my case should be dismissed. Not only did I avoid having to spend a single day in jail, but I have no criminal record and no conviction thanks to Kirk and his staff. I cannot thank them enough for their help. I would highly recommend this office for anyone in need of excellent representation.
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Hired attorneyAMAZING RESULT
Posted by anonymous
Fri Jan 15 2016
Someone sent an anonymous letter to the police stating that I was growing marijuana in my home. Based on the letter, the police obtained a warrant. Kirk went to bat for me and found evidence that the police had hidden and uncovered false statements that were made when the warrant was applied for. He fought for me over the course of four hearings in court, which ultimately resulted in the judge throwing out all of the evidence against me. I cannot thank Kirk enough for his dedication to my case. He was always there for me, even on the weekends and late at night. It was a very stressful experience for me, but I knew I was in good hands and just having Kirk in my corner made all the difference in the world. If you need help in any criminal matter, anywhere in the state, Kirk and his team cannot be beat!
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Hired attorneyIf you want the best, call Kirk!!!
Posted by anonymous
Thu Jan 16 2014
I was arrested for a second offense drunk driving case and I knew I needed to find the best lawyer out there to handle my case. I did some research and met with Kirk Obear, who agreed to represent me. From the very beginning I knew I was in good hands when he aggressively tackled the prosecution’s evidence. Ultimately, the case went to trial and Kirk fought hard for my innocence to the end. The jury found me Not Guilty of OWI and PAC. I can’t thank Kirk enough for his great work on my case. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs to win. He was the best lawyer I have ever worked with.
The best choice available!
Posted by Justin
Wed Jan 15 2014
I was federally Indicted In early 2012. Thought that with what I knew that I would be able to do this with out a lawyer and just with a public defender. After a year of the public defender not even wanting to discuss the case and only wanted me to take deals. I then decided to hire an attorney. Kirk Obear was highly recommended to us. I retained him in early 2013 and noticed quickly a big improvement. With a trial date still a year in the future I had no problems ever getting ahold of Kirk. Any questions I had were worked on right away. The prosecution in this case was the government that consisted of two US district attorneys and an FBI agent along with several witnesses. I will admit it began to look like an unwinnable battle. During the trial getting to see kirks experience and knowledge as a lawyer was incredible. He noticed things that no one else did. Ultimately, the four counts (1 theft, 3 conveying) were returned as not guilty. I highly recommend Kirk Obear for any offense if you wish to win. He is a lawyer that you can trust and believe in, and in return he does the same for you.
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Attorney endorsements
(9)Corey Mehlos, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kirk's reputation as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in our state is well deserved. The results speak for themselves.
John Dobogai, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 7, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Obear is a great jurist.
Charles Kenyon, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.He is an innovative and strong advocate. You can't go wrong by having him on your side.
Dudley Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on May 22, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Kirk is extremely bright and a great lawyer. He is a zealous advocate for his clients. He gets great results in very difficult cases.
Michael Witt, Criminal defense Attorney on May 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is an unwavering advocate for his clients.
Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Excellent lawyer.
Andrew Mishlove, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 16, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kirk Obear has a deserved reputation as one of Wisconsin's finest attorneys. I have sought his advice and I would not hesitate to refer a family member or loved one to him. If you are in trouble, Kirk Obear has the knowledge, skill, experience and compassion to provide you with the very best representation. This is an easy endorsement.
Dennis Melowski, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 24, 2009
Relationship: Co-worker
Having worked with Kirk for nearly ten years, I can say without hesitation that he is one of the top criminal defense attorneys in Wisconsin. Highly skilled and equally dedicated, he has consistently achieved exceptional results for his clients.
Karyn Missimer, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Kirk embodies all of the necessary traits of a skilled advocate - intelligence, thoroughness, and passion. I would trust him to represent myself or my family.
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- What to Do after Arrested for Drunk DrivingLast updated at: August 7, 2020