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Leah R. Thomas
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Biography
Leah Thomas defends people accused of crime in state, federal, and municipal courts in Wisconsin. Attorney Thomas excels in working with clients to explain the process, set outcome goals, and to develop litigation and trial issues to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. Attorney Thomas' practice includes all criminal charges, and she specializes in OWI and traffic defense.
Attorney Thomas received her law degree from Marquette University Law School in 2011, and her undergraduate degree in sociology/criminal justice magna cum laude from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 2004, where she also completed certification as a paralegal. She has been with Mastantuono Coffee & Thomas since 2006, first as a paralegal and now as a partner.
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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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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Expungement
Posted by Casandra | December 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Best Attorney!
Leah and her team are amazing! She saved me from a serious charge! I was almost a felon and if it wasn’t for Leah I would’ve been one! She was able to get my charges dropped and record cleared! She was very kind and understanding her team never let me feel out of place! I would recommend this firm to...
Posted by Tonya | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
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...
Leah R. Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Excellent Attorney. Experienced and highly respected in the community! Great Firm!"
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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
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
Education
2011
Marquette University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Wisconsin, Whitewater
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
NRA Carry Guard Expo
Wisconsin's Gun Rights: What You Need to Know
Publications
2014
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
When Can Wisconsin Police Stop You for a Taillight?
2014
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Police Need a Warrant to Search Your Cell Phone in Wisconsin
2014
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
New Wisconsin Laws to Address the Heroin Epidemic
2013
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Police Stop and Frisk Policy Violates Constitutional Rights
2013
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Smart on Crime Initiatives Gain Momentum
2013
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Same-Sex Marriage: Is Wisconsin Impacted?
2013
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Milwaukee County Drug Treatment Court
2013
Mastantuono & Coffee Blog
Wisconsin Texting While Driving: What You Should Know
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is justice point in mke,wi?
21 Jun 2015
Q&A
How long does an non-traffic ordinance violation (possession of drug paraphernalia) appear on your background in WI?
03 Dec 2014
Q&A
What are the penalties for Operating While Revoked (Rev due to alc/contr subst/refusal) in Wisconsin?
03 Sep 2014