Eric Shane Brittain

Eric Shane Brittain

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Child Abuse ... +8 more

250 East Wisconsin Ave, Suite 1800, Milwaukee, WI

About Eric

Biography

Practice Areas

11

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Criminal defense is my focus and my passion. Everyone deserves a great lawyer to defend them and protect their rights.

23 years

75%
Violent Crime 10%

I have had great outcomes in the defense of violent crimes. Often such crimes are thought of as unwinnable but this is not true. Most violent crimes are a product of self defense or insanity and a jury should hear your story of innocence.

23 years

10%
Child Abuse 5%

It is critical when charged with such a crime to have me on your side. I have had success in dealing with some severe child abuse cases. Sometimes, these allegations are false or misdirected and you need me to tell the jury the real truth.

23 years

5%
Domestic Violence 3%

This is an area where charges can often be reduced if the right approach is taken. I have helped several clients get their criminal charge reduced to a county civil ticket.

23 years

3%
Civil Rights 1%

I am currently working on a Chapter 1983 case dealing with police brutality. It is a great honor to fight for the enforcement of civil rights.

23 years

1%
Consumer Protection 1%

Attention to pretrial motions and jury instructions are of import in fraud cases.

23 years

1%
DUI and DWI 1%

Over the years I have dealt with several drunk driving cases. Often, people think there is no way to fight and win these cases but that is not true. These are cases that are good to challenge because the science behind BAC is proned to error.

23 years

1%
Federal Crime 1%

I say 1% of my practice because AVVO does not allow a lower "percentage" to be listed. I have yet to do a federal criminal case but am well prepared to do so. I work hard to stay on top of federal cases that impact my clients. At the heart of all fed cases is the right to a jury trial. I will make sure the jury will hear your truth and that truth shall hopefully set you free. Don't let the FBI and the weight of the Federal Government intimidate you. I will be on your side fighting to win!

23 years

1%
Juvenile Law 1%

I got my start in criminal defense working with juveniles. This is a tough area to practice in because there is no right to a jury trial in Wisconsin so the youth is subject to the whims of the Judge. Good juvenile lawyers look for support from family to help the youth. I can help a young person not only defend their charge but build a foundation for better behavior in the future. I try to get my juvenile clients defered prosecution agreements whenever possible.

23 years

1%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 1%

I understand sppeding tickets as I have received many of them in my life. Let me help you deal with your ticket.

23 years

1%
White Collar Crime 1%

This is an area where attention to detail is paramount. I can bring that focus to your case.

23 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 22 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2003

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney Eric S. Brittain, LLC

250 East Wisconsin Ave, Suite 1800, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

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Eric Shane Brittain's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joshua | November 16, 2009 | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer

I've had other lawyers before and nobody compares. Attorney Brittain didn't tell me to take a deal because I would lose. Instead, he listened to me and told me we should fight and go to trial. He did a psycho-drama with me and it was amazing. After the psycho-drama, I understood how he was going ...to win my trial. He is a fantastic lawyer!

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Eric Shane Brittain's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have never in my life met a more compassionate, caring, ethical lawyer than Eric. it is my great privilege to introduce Eric Brittain as my friend, my mentor and most of all,, one of the best lawyers in Wisconsin, I've ever know."

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Timothy Griffiths

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Full disclosure: I am Eric's brother-in-law. That means I love him for reasons on beyond his legal advocacy. But it also means that I know how hard he works for every client. If you want a lawyer who is in it to make money as fast as he can and then get out to the golf course, Eric is not your guy. If you want someone who will listen carefully to your side of the story, who will make your cause his own, and who will go to the mat for you, then you want Eric. He loves his work and will not back down when your life, your rights, your liberty and your dignity are on the line."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Richard Reade

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Friend

"Eric defines "zealous" advocacy. He stands up for his clients in the face of injustice, and will put his own career on the line when he knows he and his client are in the right. Do not hesitate to seek out Eric when you have a tough legal problem."

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John Swimmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Eric is an excellent lawyer that I highly endorse and call if I have questions regarding a criminal case. Eric is a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer's College and a highly skilled advocate."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2000

Abe Sigman Award for "Scholarship & Character", University of Wisconsin Law School Faculty

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney Eric S. Brittain, LLC, Private practice

2003 - 2006

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

Associations

2008 - Present

Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, Dubois, Wyoming

Alumni

2006 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2003 - Present

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin

Admitted to Practice

2003 - Present

U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin

Admitted to Practice

2003 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Interest of M.L. a child under age seventeen

Stolen Car-- Case Dismissed!

State of Wisconsin vs. M.I. 08CM001376

DC, Dom. Violence, Reduced to Cty Ordinance

State of Wisconsin vs. J.W. 08CM2699

Criminal Charges Reduced To County Ordinances

State of Wisconsin v. D.P. 09CF1603

Not Guilty On Two Of Three Counts Of Drug Dealing

State of Wisconsin v. R.M. 09CF405

Guilty of Lesser Included

State of Wisconsin v. V.K. 2008CM371

Mistrial- Case dismissed

State of Wisconsin v. K.G. 08CF497

Plea negotiations; Felony reduced to misdemeanor

State of Wisconsin v. T.G. 06CF1337

Not Guilty on 2 of 4 Counts; 1 Count dismissed

State of Wisconsin v. D.R. 08CF197

Felony Firearm Case Dismissed

State v. T. H. 06CM2234

Mistrial- Case Dismissed

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Education

2002

University of Wisconsin Law School

Juris Doctor

1999

Central Connecticut State University

MS- Master of Science

1997

Wesleyan University

MALS- Master of Arts in Liberal Studies

1994

Colorado College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

University Of Wisconsin, Graduate Student Forum

Problems and Politics of the L.S.A.T.

Publications

2009

The Warrior "A Critical Look at Legal Education and an Alternative Vision for Law School Admissions"

Languages

English

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