Mindy M. Nolan

Mindy M. Nolan

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1661 N Water St, Suite 501, Milwaukee, WI

About Mindy

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Nolan Defense Alliance

1661 N Water St, Suite 501, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

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Mindy M. Nolan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by Elisee | July 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Exceptional Advocacy and Compassionate representation from Mindy Nolan!

I cannot recommend Mindy Nolan highly enough for anyone in need of legal representation, especially in domestic violence cases. From the moment she took on my case in Milwaukee, Mindy fought tirelessly for me. When I was arrested, Mindy was instrumental in getting me out of jail. She not only sk...illfully negotiated with the District Attorney to significantly reduce my charges, but she also went above and beyond when my wife provided funds for my bail to her office. Mindy's office facilitated the bail payment, and she personally picked me up from jail and even dropped me off at a hotel. Mindy truly goes out of her way for her clients. Her dedication, legal expertise, and genuine care made an incredibly difficult situation much more manageable. If you're looking for an attorney who will fiercely advocate for you and provide exceptional support, Mindy Nolan is the one to choose.

Posted by Antavius | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best I’ve ever met

I knew as soon as I met Mindy that she was going to be great, and my life and freedom were n good hands…. She made me feel like she genuinely cared about me and my situation…. And what we discussed about my outcome (which was an acquittal and the lesser charge) we got both!!! I am so glad to had had ...Mindy as my representation… She is no longer just my lawyer she is FAMILY… Thank you so much…. All smiles :)

Posted by Colton | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Review

Mindy was incredibly knowledgeable about my situation and explained everything clearly about my case, always keeping me updated throughout the process and putting in incredible work which gave me a huge peace of mind. I was fighting a lot of felony’s and facing major time as I was already a recent p...rior felon. She put forth dedication and determination to fight for me unlike ANY lawyer I have ever had represent me. Her strong work resulted in an incredible outcome that I didn’t think was even possible with what I was facing. I have had 6+ lawyers in the last 3/4 years and would only and highly recommend her to anyone needing legal assistance. She is truly the best in the business. She doesn't look at her clients as “just another client” like alot of lawyers do. She goes out of her way to help you out with anything you ask her. She truly and deeply cares about the person as a whole and believes everyone should have a 2nd chance at life. Thank you again for everything Mindy.

Posted by Alexandria | January 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The Best Defense Attorney!

Mindy Nolan was an amazing lawyer and would be my first recommendation for anyone looking for a defense attorney. She was very involved and personable in my boyfriend’s case and always cared not only about the case but the client, my boyfriend, as well. We originally contacted Mindy after my boyfrien...d had a warrant out for his arrest after an unlawful police search. When my boyfriend was arrested a month after getting out on bond, I was so thankful Mindy didn’t drop our case due to consistent reoffending. Out of the 3 cases, she got the first one dropped and the last two cases combined. Not only did my boyfriend get a significantly lower sentencing , he will be able to come home within 6 months of the sentencing even thought he took a 8 year plea deal. Yes that’s just how good she is! I’m positive that if he wouldn’t have broke the conditions of his bond, he wouldn’t have had to serve any jail time. That’s how committed Mindy was to getting the best possible outcome for her client. Mindy was amazing and so flexible even with payments and fees and again she would be my FIRST recommendation for a defense attorney. Thank you Mindy!!

Posted by Fred | January 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Review and Appreciation

Attorney Mindy Nolan is a phenomenal criminal attorney. She took the time to get to know me as an individual. She was highly receptive to my needs and expressed empathy for my case. Mindy explained things to me in terms I could understand and provided all possible options for me to decide. She provid...ed knowledgeable insight for the outcomes of these options and was willing to go in any direction I wanted. Mindy was very responsive when I had questions outside our meetings. Her legal representation restored my confidence in the justice system. If you're seeking legal help in a criminal case, you should give Mindy a call asap before you do anything else. Thank you Mindy.

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Mindy M. Nolan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Enku Lin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Nolan is a talented, diligent, and passionate lawyer. She is highly-skilled in navigating the complexities of the legal system, and has a commanding presence in the courtroom. I highly recommend having Attorney Nolan by your side."

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Aneeq Ahmad

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Mindy wholeheartedly. She is passionate about the work she does and truly puts her heart into representing each and every one of her clients, taking the outcome in their cases as a personal responsibility of hers. She is sharp and has extensive knowledge on so many areas of law. She is warm and friendly and any client is lucky to have her by their side."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Public Interest Law Student of the Year, State Bar of Wisconsin

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Attorney, Nolan Defense Alliance

2019 - 2025

Attorney, Ahmad & Associates

2014 - 2014

Attorney, Andriusis Law Office

2014 - 2019

Attorney, Wisconsin State Public Defender

2013 - 2014

Paralegal, Andriusis Law Office LLC

2013 - 2014

Legal Intern, Wisconsin State Public Defender

Associations

2019 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

State Bar of Wisconsin

Sample of Legal Cases

When Child Abuse is Misdiagnosed

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Education

2014

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Wisconsin - Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Wisconsin State Public Defender's Conference Defending Your Non-Citizen Client: Best Practices and Case Examples

2017

Wisconsin State Public Defender's Conference Crimmigration 101

Languages

English

Spanish

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