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Christopher Lyle Kuehn

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  • Elkhorn, WI
  • Licensed for 19 years
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About Christopher

Law was my second career, I became a lawyer to help people who were accused of criminal wrongdoing, knowing that innocent people get charged and sent to prison often, but also sometimes good people make mistakes, and those mistakes should not define their lives.  As a law student I helped start the Michigan Innocence Project, and was one of two students to serve on the Innocence Board for the State of Michigan.  After leaving law school I worked for Roth & Binn developing a criminal law practice. Within a year of working there Roth & Binn were bought out by Davis & Kuelthau, s.c.  D&K was a good group of lawyers, but they had no criminal practice base, and were not interested in me developing one.  I left that firm and began working for the State Public Defender.  In 2005, I decided it was time to open my own practice in an effort to focus my skills on those areas of law that best suited my clients and myself. 

 

 I began handling family law cases in 2006, in an effort to assist some clients from my criminal practice.  I take a standard approach in all family law cases, the kids are the most important people involved.  I will litigate aggressively for my client, but never to the detriment of the children.

 

My theory of practicing law is, do what needs to be done in order to help the client.  Whether it is a Criminal Law matter, or an action that affects the family, my job is to help you, not make decisions that cost you more money.  My goal is to be effective and efficient, and in doing so getting the best result that is affordable to my client. 

 

 I have always felt that practicing law was a privilege and that helping people is one of the best things a person can do in their lives.

Practice areas

OtherDivorce and separationDUI and DWIFamilyCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 60%

    We handle a variety of felony and misdemeanor cases, including drug possession and drug delivery, we have handled cases as serious as homicides to as simple as traffic tickets.

    18 years, 1,300 cases

  2. Family: 20%

    Due to the limits of AVVO we have to split the area of family law practice up into its various portions for the purposes of refining searches.

  3. DUI and DWI: 10%

    We have handled many DUI/DWI cases, from first offenses to ones involving homicides, and not only alcohol, but both illegal and prescription drugs.

    18 years

  4. Divorce and separation: 4%

    We decided to turn our creative and diligent work ethic to these cases as well in an effort to assist our clients.

    14 years

  1. Child support: 3%

    Due to the limits of AVVO we have to split the area of family law practice up into its various portions for the purposes of refining searches.

  2. Alimony: 1%

    Due to the limits of AVVO we have to split the area of family law practice up into its various portions for the purposes of refining searches.

  3. Child custody: 1%

    Due to the limits of AVVO we have to split the area of family law practice up into its various portions for the purposes of refining searches.

  4. Guardianship: 1%

    Due to the limits of AVVO we have to split the area of family law practice up into its various portions for the purposes of refining searches.

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

22 South Wisconsin Street
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Kuehn & Flitcroft

22 South Wisconsin Street
Elkhorn, WI, 53121-0955

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WIGood Standing200111/17/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers160
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation SelectionNational Trial Lawyers2017
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation SelectionNational Trial Lawyers2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation SelectionNational Trial Lawyers2015
Pro Bono Publico Organization Service AwardDane County Bar Association2015
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation SelectionNational Trial Lawyers2014
Trial Level 2 CertificationState Public Defender2010
Trial Level 3b CertificationState Public Defender2010
Trial Level 3 CertificationState Public Defender2010
Trial Certification 1State Public Defender2010
Certificate of Merit (highest grade in Criminal Sentencing Law)Thomas M. Cooley Law School2001
Graduated Cum LaudeThomas M. Cooley Law School2001
Dean's ListThomas M. Cooley Law School2001
Captain- National Trial TeamThomas M. Cooley Law School2000
Dean's ListThomas M. Cooley Law School2000
MemberNational Honor Society1998
Graduated Magna Cum LaudeMount Senario College1998
MemberNational Honor Society1997
MemberNational Honor Society1996
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerKuehn & Flitcroft2013 - Present
AttorneyMurphy, Volbrecht & Kuehn, S.C.2011 - 2013
Managing AttorneyLaw Offices of Christopher Kuehn2005 - 2011
Union NegotiatorAmerican Federation of Teachers- Wisconsin State Public Defender Association2003 - 2005
Staff AttorneyState Public Defender2003 - 2005
AssociateDavis & Kuelthau, sc2002 - 2003
AssociateRoth & Binn2001 - 2002
Student InternWashtenaw County Public Defender's Office2000 - 2001
Research Assistant Innocence ProjectThomas M. Cooley Law School -2000 - 2001
Teaching AssistantThomas M. Cooley Law School1999 - 2001
Associate EditorThomas M. Cooley Law Review1999 - 2000
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
National Alliance on Mental IllnessMember2010 - Present
NORML Legal CommitteeMember2009 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Family Law SectionMember2009 - Present
Walworth County Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinAdmitted2001 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh CircuitAdmitted2001 - Present
United States DIstrict Court for the Eastern DIstrict of WIsconsinAdmitted2001 - Present
Michigan Innocence CommissionStudent Member2001 - 2001
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Wisconsin Lawyer magazineWisconsin OWI-Defense--The Law and Practice2013
Wisconsin Lawyer magazineCriminal Tax, Money Laundering, and Bank Secrecy Act Litigation2011
Wisconsin LawyerLaw and Criminal Justice: Emerging Issues in the21st Century, book review2006
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
State Public DefenderN/A2002
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJuris Doctorate2001
Mount Senario CollegeBS - Bachelor of Science1998
Waukesha County Technical CollegeAssociates1998
Mount Senario CollegeBachelor of Science1998
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Association for the Prevention of Family Violence Client MeetingDomestic Violence and Divorce Law2011
at Association for the Prevention of Family ViolenceDivorce and Domestic Violence2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State vs. Felony Marijuana ClientSearch Suppressed.
State v. Capitol ProtestorNo Case filed, prevented client from even having this on record.
State v. Alleged Drunk DriverCase dismissed, client not guilty.
Walworth County v. Man with Pounds of Marijuana3 years probation
Walworth County vs. Marijuana Delivery ClientProbation, 1 year in jail as a condition.
State vs. Client with 6 oz. of MarijuanaFelony Count dismissed, pending successful completion of probation
State v. 10 Count Burglary Clientprobation with conditional jail time
Child Custody Matter -- Jurisdictional FightClient continued to live out of State with his children
Mother with no placement of her childrenMother reunited with children
State v. Domestic Abuse ClientClient has no criminal record, or even a criminal filing
State v. Child Abduction ClientState dismissed the case
State v. Murder for Hire ClientClient received only six years in prison.
Father reunited with sonFather is reunited with his son and has sole custody and primary placement
State v. Drunk Driving ClientPer motion Reduced from OUI 4 to OUI 3
State of Wisconsin v. Domestic Abuse ClientNot Guilty via Jury Trial
State of Wisconsin v. Criminal Defense ClientNot Guilty via Jury Trial

Reviews

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Review Christopher Kuehn

Great attorney

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Was knowledgeable about my case and helped me understand many parts of it. Still helps me several years later, and even gave me a free consultation about a different matter. Gets back to me about things I may be having issues with.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Gives his all for what he believes in

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I hired chris to help with my divorce he walked into a really big mess of a divorce I was trying to get custody of my children. I had screwed up my case so bad by the time it had hit his desk it was a losing battle but that didnt stop him from giving his all to help me. I may not have gotten what I wanted but I did end up with a lot more than I would have gotten if he hadn't helped me by the time I hired him for my case I was on a fast track of losing any visitation I had with my kids because I followed the guidance of a lawyer that guided me wrong but chris came in and at least made it so I could continue seeing them I will be grateful eceryday for his help
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Hired attorney

Best Lawyer In Wisconsin

Posted by

Got a 25 year sentence dropped down to 7 months. This man is the King of all lawyers. Very knowledgeable in drug case legalities and saved my hide.
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

very knowledgeable in divorce

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I am very happy with the services that Chris provided me during my divorce. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him again if the need every arose. Thank you for all your help!
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Hired attorney

Very Favorable Outcome.

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I Recommend that you consider Christopher Lyle Kuehn as your criminal defense attorney. I found Mr. Kuehn to be fully engaged and very accommodating in guiding us through the legal system and all the its sometimes complicated interpretations. Mr Kuehn was in control of the entire process. He would keep an open mind with our sugestions, then thoroughly explain why he would agree or disagree. With Mr. Kuehns guidence and expertise we had a very favorable outcome. I appreciate all of the hospitality and professional conduct that Mr Kuehn and his staff provided me and my family throughout the entire process.
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Hired attorney

Great guy, great communicator

Posted by

I was extremely grateful for the work Chris did in my divorce, he helped me out, was very communicative, and extremely helpful. He not only knew what he was doing but was extremely effective in the court room. Thanks again chris

Great Outcome!!

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After a little bit of a rough start which was resolved, we are extremely happy with Atty. Kuehn's representation. My son was pursuing 50/50 custody of his kids during his divorce, and thanks to Chris he got a perfect outcome. Chris is a very down-to-earth person to work with and gave us excellent advice which proved to be extremely beneficial to the outcome of the case. 2 Thumbs Up!!

Awesome Attorney

Posted by

I have used Chris in the past. This time for a very serious crime which could have sent me to prison. I ended up not even serving a day in jail. Thank you so much for helping me again.

Great Lawyer

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Chris was great to work with, emailed me regularly and did not have the arrogant attitude many attorneys have. He helped me out of my drug case, and did so without me having to become a snitch.

Best Lawyer I have worked with

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All I can say is Wow. I never expected this kind of a result, I came in scared that I would spend a lot of time in jail, and would lose my job. Chris managed to get me a very short sentence, and I am eternally grateful.
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Attorney endorsements

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Titiana Frausto, Family Attorney on Jul 28, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Chris and I recently worked together on a paternity case where the father filed in Wisconsin and our client was a resident of the state of Texas. We were able to successfully challenge jurisdiction and got the case dismissed by the Wisconsin court. Chris did an excellent job.

Julie Nommensen, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Chris is an experienced criminal law attorney. He has a great legal mind and knows how to think outside the box.

Anthony Flitcroft, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 10, 2011
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I have worked for years under Chris, first as a legal assistant while in law school, now as an associate attorney. As a result of working for him, I have quite the grasp of how to handle criminal cases. I have seen him do amazing things in court for various clients.

John Murphy, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 10, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Chris has really brought renewed energy and new ideas to the firm. We are glad to have him aboard.

J House, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I first met Mr. Kuehn as local counsel for a co-defendant in a large Walworth County marijuana manufacturing conspiracy case. Mr. Kuehn was professional, helpful in discussing the peculiarities of local court and district attorney office procedures and clearly with the right attitude towards these kinds of cases for a defense attorney. I've since had the opportunity to discuss some other legal issues related to drug and paraphernalia charges with Mr. Kuehn, and have an appreciation for his dedication and sometimes creative approach to fighting against the often overzealous prosecution of these offenses in Walworth County.

Wendy Wood, Family Attorney on Jan 24, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Kuehn and I worked well together to the advantage of our mutual client - he in Wisconsin, I in Texas. We fought jurisdictional issues, and Chris was of great support and assistance in analyzing the various UCCJEA factors for our client's benefit. The competing WI action of our client's ex was summarily dismissed. Further, the ex also had contrived criminal actions pending in WI against our mutual client, which Chris expertly handled, and which was also dismissed. The Texas case would not have been successful absent his well-versed, aggressive representation there. Great job!

Jodi Doak, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 9, 2010
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Kuehn has a brilliant mind for criminal matters. He is detail orientated, which is very important in the criminal arena. I would send someone in my family to him and also call him to consult on important matters of a constitutional nature. On top of all that, he is kind and compassionate.

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