Craig A. Mastantuono

Craig A. Mastantuono

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime

219 N. Milwaukee St., Suite 520, Milwaukee, WI

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Statewide practice and excellent reputation in circuit and federal courts in Wisconsin. Using a strategic and aggressive approach, combined with good relationships in the criminal justice community, Craig Mastantuono excels at defending his clients and creating positive outcomes to difficult situations. If you or a family member/friend are charged with a crime or under investigation, don't take a wait-and-see approach to this serious problem - call. We can help. Traffic/felony/drug/misdemeanor.

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Mastantuono Coffee & Thomas SC

219 N. Milwaukee St., Suite 520, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

Mastantuono & Coffee SC

741 North Grand Ave., Suite. 209, Waukesha, WI, 53186

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Craig A. Mastantuono's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Expungement

Posted by anonymous | April 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Excellent criminal defense attorney!

Craig was able to reduce six serious felony counts down to two with expunction. And, no jail time. He's well respected by district attorneys and judges, which I believe played a role in the outcome. Do not hesitate to hire Craig Mastantuono for legal representation. He really is the best at what he d...oes.

Posted by Brenda | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

A Step Well Above Excellence!

Attorney Craig Mastantuono and team are a significant cut above the rest and second to none that I have encountered. We were faced with an issue that had several negative outcome options. Craig took the time to listen, process, and follow-up amidst other major competing cases in his office. He made a...ll necessary contacts, asked for our trust, which we provided, and what seemed to be a situation with no good end; he was able to contact us with results that were beyond believable. We provided him with all the data and information requested, he prioritized the evidence and transparently shared the possible outcomes with us. The end result was no charges to the family member he was representing, and we received a bonus of finding out something we thought was still hanging out there in the wings was also removed from CCAP. If you truly want a team that is not afraid to roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty, and fight on your behalf while maintaining truth and integrity - then look no further! Mastantuono and Coffee SC is your place for legal representation regardless of the type of case you are contending with to resolve. Whenever I hear someone mention an inkling of needing a lawyer, I give them one of Craig and Rebecca's cards. Do worry if you engage with Craig, Rebecca, Leah, Valeria, Adriana, or Marcus; they work as a close-knit team and they deliver on their promises. Thanks again Craig for your down to earth, straight shooter approach. You know when to hold them and when to fold them. We need many more like you and your team willing to represent all persons regardless of background or case with the same championship effort as if they were the only case at hand! I gave a 5-star rating only because that's as high as the scale allowed but the truth is you are beyond that by far!

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Outstanding Criminal Defense Lawyer

Our family met Craig due to an emergency and we felt confident from the first meeting. He immediately made time for us and explained the legalities thoroughly with compassion. Craig met us again the following day in court, and never left our side. We always felt secure due to his presence and excelle...nt communication not only with us, his clients, but with the DA, judge, judicial system. Throughout the past year of the probation period, Craig continued to be very prompt in answering our inquiries. We have now completed the process and Craig got us the best possible outcome - probation & expungement. I would recommend Craig - a HIGHLY skilled professional lawyer who will fight for you!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Defense

I was arrested in a bar dispute and my parents quickly did a web search on Milwaukee Criminal Defense attorneys. They broke a list down to a final two and decided on Craig Mastantuono. Thanks to the extensive positive reviews on him, my parents knew Craig would make this difficult situation a breeze.... He appeared in the jail the next day and told me exactly what to expect and how I should best prepare myself to get through the difficult time. He got me out of jail without having to pay any sort of bond/bail. We had a few different court dates and Craig was able to get a Deferred Prosecution Agreement in place, which was to bring my felony charge down to a misdemeanor charge at the worst with the possibility of it getting expunged altogether. The agreement was to ultimately complete non-for-profit service hours, do not get in trouble, and wait 6 months. While at the final court date, Craig spoke highly and truthfully of me to the Judge and was able to help me get the charge expunged. I had to pay small court fees and Craig is getting the court file and finger prints out of the system. Throughout the period of working together, Craig has been very responsive to phone calls and emails and is always willing to answer any questions. Craig and his staff are some of the greatest people whom I have had the pleasure to work with. With the comfort he built along the way, I would highly recommend Craig to any family facing a difficult situation!

Posted by Marco | January 21, 2014 | Expungement

My evaluation of Mr. Mastantuono's services

Mr. Mastantuono helped me get through a very difficult situation. He worked with the DA to get me a diversion (no charges contingent on agreement with DA), which got me through a terrible situation without ruining my career and guided me through the process step by step. He also wrote me a letter for... a potential employer to elucidate my situation for them and help my career to stay on track. Finally, he took care of removing my arrest record with no extra fee, which can be kind of tricky. I am very satisfied with Mr. Mastantuono's service to me in my time of crisis.

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Craig A. Mastantuono's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Safran

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig is an outstanding attorney who fights to overcome all obstacles in his representation of clients. I have referred clients and others to him in cases and I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Davorin Odrcic

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As an immigration lawyer I have had the pleasure of working on several cases with Craig for our mutual clients. Craig is a brilliant and dedicated lawyer. Through his hard work and creative plea proposals he has helped immigrant clients avoid deportation and remain here with their U.S. citizen spouses and children. If you are an immigrant charged with a deportable offense I highly recommend Craig as criminal defense counsel."

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Nathan Dineen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent Attorney. Experienced and highly respected in the Milwaukee legal community!"

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Christopher Donovan

Federal crime lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig is a very intelligent, tenacious and passionate lawyer. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Terese Singer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig is a superb attorney who is always a tireless advocate for every single one of his clients. He has a tremendous amount of experience in both federal and state courts and I would never hesitate to send any client in Craig's direction. I would know that he or she would be in excellent hands."

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Michael Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Craig on several cases as well as sent many of my clients his way. All of my clients have been thrilled with his work ethic and compassion. I highly recommend that if you or a loved one needs help in a serious criminal case that you call Craig. I am a criminal defense lawyer in Chicago and feel very lucky to have a lawyer like Craig to send clients to if they have a problem in Wisconsin."

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Nicholas Grode

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mastantuono is and exceptional and well respected attorney who consistently achieves exceptional results."

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Syovata Edari

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. One of the best lawyers I know."

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Israel Ramon

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent aggressive and skilled defense attorney. Highly respected."

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Thomas Jones

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer whom I have known for over 20 years. Craig is a diehard criminal attorney who is very experienced on both the state and federal levels."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 50 Attorneys in Wisconsin - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2015

Top 25 Attornies in Milwaukee - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer Criminal Defense, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2014

Top 50 Attorneys in Wisconsin - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2014

Top 25 Attorneys in Milwaukee - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer Criminal Defense, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2013

Milwaukee Top 25 Attorneys - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2013

Wisconsin Top 50 Attorneys - all practice areas, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2012

Best of Readers Poll - criminal lawyer, Milwaukee Shepard Express

2011

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2008

Leader in the Law, Wisconsin Law Journal

2008

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2005

Forty Under 40, Milwaukee Business Journal

2005

Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Adjunct Professor of Law, Marquette Law School

1999 - Present

Managing Partner, Mastantuono & Coffee S.C.

1992 - 1999

Assistant State Public Defender, Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Waukesha County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1999 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

Member

1992 - Present

Justinian Lawyers/National Italian-American Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

Wisconsin Hispanic Lawyers Association

President

2008 - 2009

State Bar of Wisconsin, Bench and Bar Committee

Chairperson

Sample of Legal Cases

Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Deliver, Bail Jumping Oct. 2013

Not Guilty Jury Verdict

Armed Robbery – Use of Force Aug. 2013

Dismissal

Waukesha County - Recklessly Endangering Safety Nov. 2013

NGI - Not Guilty

Theft by Contractor Dec. 2012

Dismissal/amendment to citation

Bribery & Misconduct in Public Office Aug. 2012

Not Guilty Jury Verdict

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Education

1992

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Loyola University Chicago

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2013

Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference

Motion Practice: Pitching Your Case From Start to Finish

2013

WI State Bar CLE Webinar

Alternative Dispute Resolution in Criminal Cases

2013

NRA Institute for Legislative Action Firearms Symposium

Gun Law & The Second Amendment: A View from the Street

2013

NACDL Quarterly Mtg. & Seminar, Savannah, GA

My Case Stinks, Or Does It? Other Act Evidence in Sexual Assualt Trials

2012

WI Public Defender Annual Conference

Castle Doctrine & Self-Defense

Publications

2012

Wisconsin Lawyer magazine SOS: Defendant's Right to Counsel

Languages

English

Spanish

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