Jason D Sanders

Jason D Sanders

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Elkhorn, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Estate Planning ... +2 more

39 N. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn, WI

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Government Attorney

About Jason

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jason D Sanders

39 N. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn, WI, 53121

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Jason D Sanders's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Timothy | November 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer Ever!

Unfortunately I've had a lot of experience with court systems after my return home from Iraq. It has been an uphill battle, and no one has been there to fight for me in this system. Until now, my life has taken a new road and improving fast. This new chance was given to me after a lawyer put everythi...ng into helping me out. Jason D Sanders did everything possible to help me with the legal system we face today. If you're in trouble and need an attorney who can do everything possible, this is your man! He goes above and beyond what is required, researches anything and everything potentially beneficial towards your case, and won't quit on you. He is an exceptional gentleman and by far the best lawyer out there!

Posted by Maria | October 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Prompt, thorough, and respectful

My husband and I went to Jason for our will. We never wrote one before and didn't know what to expect. Jason took the time to explain and answer all questions, was extremely patient, and was extremely respectful. I was most impressed at how quickly he was able to provide our completed will. I will no...t hesitate to work with Jason again and would gladly refer him to anyone needing legal advice!

Posted by April | August 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and personable!

Our landlords were trying to bill us for more than $1000 in repairs for damage we didn't do. Jason took our case, did some research, and got them to agree to drop it without us paying another penny! He was amazing in person, on the phone, thru email just all around easy to work with and excellent av...ailability. I work 13 hr days and he was reachable before my shift on lunch or at the end of the day in the late night hours. If I ever have need for an attorney again I know I'll only need Jason D Sanders

See All Client Reviews

Jason D Sanders's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Jason
Patricia M Padurean headshot
Patricia Padurean

Business lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Sanders's combination of skill across multiple practice areas, intelligence, and work ethic have earned him the respect of his peers as well as excellent results for clients. Attorney Sanders would be my first call on all business law or estate planning matters."

Christopher P. August headshot
Christopher August

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, Jason practiced with multiple different district attorney offices. In that capacity, we have been on opposite sides of both trial and postconviction matters. Since departing the Dane County District Attorney's Office and opening his own office, Jason has been a frequent contributor to our professional listserv. I find his comments usually very helpful. Based on his inside experience and observable legal skills, I believe that his clients will be well-served by him."

J. Steven House headshot
J. Steven House

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have practiced as opposing counsel with Attorney Sanders on multiple occasions and tried a case with him once. He has a pleasant down to earth demeanor, is bright and very capable to handing difficult legal issues even when surprised. I would endorse Jason and suspect that he will be an even better at defense work than he was as a prosecutor."

Adam P. Nero headshot
Adam Nero

Litigation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I went up against Jason in a jury trial while he was working for the Dane County District Attorney. He is an extremely capable attorney. The sense of justice he brought to each case as a prosecutor will surely serve him well as a defense lawyer. I wholeheartedly recommend his services."

Sasa Johnen headshot
Sasa Johnen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Attorney Sanders on a number of cases. His skill, advocacy, and expertise was apparent at all stages. Attorney Sanders is a hard working attorney. I have no hesitation in endorsing him."

Michael Seung-Hyock Yang headshot
Michael Yang

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Jason. I have faced Mr. Sanders a number of times when he was a prosecutor. His experience and understanding of criminal law from the prosecutorial side makes him a defense attorney which clients will be very happy with."

View All Endorsements
Patricia M Padurean headshot
Patricia Padurean

Criminal defense lawyer

Christopher P. August headshot
Christopher August

Criminal defense lawyer

David M. Stegall headshot
David Stegall

Criminal defense lawyer

Amber D. Lucsay headshot
Amber Lucsay

Criminal defense lawyer

Adam P. Nero headshot
Adam Nero

DUI and DWI lawyer

Michael Seung-Hyock Yang headshot
Michael Yang

Criminal defense lawyer

Sasa Johnen headshot
Sasa Johnen

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Pro Bono Award, Supreme Court of Wisconsin

2013

Best Student Article on Wis. Law, Wisconsin Law Review

2013

Stewart Macaulay Award for Excellence in Contract Law, University of Wisconsin Law School

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Assistant State Public Defender, Office of the State Public Defender

2015 - 2017

Attorney, Sanders Law Offices

2014 - 2015

Assistant District Attorney, Dane County District Attorney

Associations

2015 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015 - Present

American Bar Association, Business Law Section

2014 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Violate Restraining Order

Win

OWI/DUI trial

Won

OWI/DUI trial

Won

OWI/DUI trial

Won

See More Legal Cases

Education

2014

University of Wisconsin Law School

J.D.

2004

St Norbert College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2016

Coming Together of Peoples Conference

Federal Indian Law: An Introduction

2015

PEOPLE program

Legal Practice & Education

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution