Leah R. Thomas

Leah R. Thomas

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 14 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Federal Crime ... +2 more

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

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 14 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2012

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Location

Mastantuono Coffee & Thomas SC

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

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Leah R. Thomas's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 25 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended

Leah got me the best outcome I could have asked for. Facing a mandatory minimum of 5-40 years my federal conspiracy case Leah helped me get a sentence of only 2 years of supervised release. If you are looking for lawyer that will listen to you and go the extra distance then go with Leah and the firm.... They are well connected and reputable lawyers in Milwaukee. Thank you Leah!

Posted by Leo | July 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

If I had for thumbs she will get them all ❤

I just want to start off by saying thank you 2 times I have had Leah R Thomas in two separate cases and both cases were a success to my freedom she is a great lawyer that will stand up and fight for her clients she has a great personality she's very easy to work with and very understanding if there w...ere more stars I would click them all as a client of Leah R Thomas I would highly recommend her to anyone that I know or anyone that I don't if you are looking for a great lawyer and you're reading this you're in the right place stop here and they also have great secretaries once again I just would like to say thank you so much and I appreciate everything you have done for me

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hands down the best!

She was absolutely amazing....she understood exactly how I was feeling and didn't ask for money up front to help....both her and her assistant got right to work to help both myself and my son in fixing our situation with him being wrongful accused. She walked us through every step even worse case sen...erio....she had charges dropped and he was released within 24hrs of me speaking with her. I HIGHLY recommend her!!!! Hopefully noone ever finds themselves in this situation but if you do make Leah your 1st and only call!

Posted by Tonya | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Passionate and Professional, highly recommend!

A 17 year old family member reached out to me after making some bad decisions. We were lucky enough to work with Attorney Leah Thomas on a charge of armed robbery with 40 year max imprisonment. Leah was able to get the charge dropped to "attempted theft from person" with 3 years of probation- with th...e possibility of expungement when completed! Throughout the entire process Leah kept us informed and made sure we understood all of our options and how they could affect the outcome. We felt very taken care of and I cannot imagine anyone fighting more passionately for our case, that had no personal ties to us. I also feel that she was able to reiterate the severity of what could have happened with this case, and has offered an additional deterrent in bad decisions for one of our youths. I will not hesitate to call on Mrs. Thomas if every in any kind of situation like this again. I feel so lucky that I clicked on her name a few years ago! Highly recommend at least getting a consult if ever in need of legal advice. She shows outstanding knowledge in her field, but can speak to her clients in a relatable and realistic manner.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fabulous and Successful Representation

I have hired a number of very good attorneys in the past for various issues, and I can say with absolute certainty that Leah Thomas is the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure to work with and to represent me. Beginning with our initial meeting, Attorney Thomas was professional, compassionate, ...non-judgmental, honest, well prepared, encouraging, committed and proactive. In addition, it was clearly evident that she had a thorough understanding of the Waukesha County Court System/Procedures, as well as the Judges and District Attorneys with whom we would be working, based on her direct experience. She began by respectfully, openly and actively listening to gain a complete understanding of my case/situation from my perspective. She then explained the legal details and interpretation of my citation as well as my options and the realistic outcome of each. Attorney Thomas shared her specific recommendations and strategy for proactively and effectively representing me and we then collaboratively developed our plan of action. Within four days of our initial meeting, Attorney Thomas had already reached out to the DA in order to influence his decision prior to issuing the formal charge. When the DA rigidly persisted, she validated my frustration and remained realistically encouraging and undeterred. Throughout the entire process, Attorney Thomas was active and engaged on my behalf, always accessible and constantly kept me fully informed. Ultimately, she succeeded in securing the best outcome I had hoped for from the beginning. Specifically, she reduced a criminal charge, which may have included jail time, to a non-criminal traffic violation carrying zero points and only a very modest fine. Attorney Thomas was a pleasure and comfort to work with throughout the entire stressful legal process. I wholeheartedly recommend her with no reservations and will absolutely hire her to represent me or any of my loved ones if ever needed. Finally, her rate is very reasonable and fair.

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Leah R. Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Padway

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the privilege of working with Attorney Thomas on cases. I have immense respect for her legal acumen and her litigation skills. She is intelligent, hard-working, compassionate, and a diligent and zealous advocate for her clients. Leah goes the extra mile and gets results for her clients. She has earned the respect of the legal community. It's easy to endorse this attorney."

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Nathan Dineen

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent Attorney. Experienced and highly respected in the community! Great Firm!"

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Terese Singer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leah is one of the best young lawyers in the Milwaukee area. She is extremely knowledgeable, and takes her responsibility to her clients very seriously. She is always very well-prepared and works tirelessly for her clients' benefit. After only a few years in practice, she has earned the respect of her colleagues."

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Cain Oulahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Attorney Thomas on several occasions. She is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her for any criminal defense matter, whether DUI or otherwise."

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Rebecca Coffee

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Maayan Silver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Thomas is always well prepared in court and professional. She had to withdraw from a case due to a conflict. I ended up taking over the case, and it was well organized and analyzed."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2014

Client's Choice Award, AVVO.com

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Associate Attorney, Mastantuono & Coffee S.C.

2006 - 2012

Paralegal, Mastantuono & Coffee S.C.

Associations

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

State Bar of Wisconsin, Women Lawyers Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Carrying a Concealed Weapon (CCW)

Not Guilty at Jury Trial

Carry Concealed Weapon

Acquitted / Not Guilty at Jury Trial

Obstructing an Officer, Disorderly Conduct

Case Dismissed

OWI-1st Offense with Child under 16 in Car

Low jail with expungement

Carry a Concealed Weapon

Dismissed

OWI-3rd Offense, High Blood Alcohol

Probation

Battery

Not Guilty / Acquitted

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Education

2011

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

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