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Robert R. Henak
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Biography
Robert R. Henak founded Henak Law Office, S.C., in 2000 with the goal of focusing on what he does best: state and federal post-conviction work and criminal appeals. He has limited his practice almost exclusively to post-conviction and criminal appeals since 1987.
Attorney Henak has represented people charged with crimes on post-conviction matters throughout Wisconsin and on appeal in the Wisconsin appellate courts, as well as in the federal courts, resulting in more than 100 published decisions and a much larger number of unpublished decisions.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Appeals
50%
38 years | 400 cases
Criminal Defense
50%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-400 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 41 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in Wisconsin for 43 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Henak Law Office, S.C
316 N Milwaukee St # 535, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-5888
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Robert R. Henak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Rob for a number of years, as a result of his advocacy on behalf of clients both at the trial level and on appeal. He is brilliant in his analysis of legal issues, and tireless in pursuing just results for those accused. He also lends his strong voice in supporting efforts to guarantee representation for criminal defendants, as well as combatting efforts to erode the Constitutional protections which are supposed to be protected for those accused. I heartily endorse Rob."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Henak is one of the few Wisconsin attorneys that I seek out for advice when I'm stumped on an appellate issue. He's highly respected by his peers and is routinely relied upon to teach other attorneys about appellate practice issues and is considered to be the attorney for difficult appellate issues in criminal matter."
"Robert Henak is a masterful appellate attorney. Attorneys throughout the state of Wisconsin recognize as canon his thoughts on appellate procedure. What is more, Atty. Henak is not only respected by his peers, but also by the people to whom his representation matters the most: persons in need of a criminal appeals attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse Atty. Henak."
"Rob Henak is a brilliant appellate attorney. His dedication to his clients and the practice of law is inspiring."
"I agree with Mark: Rob Henak is the best private appellate attorney in the state. He looks at each case from every angle possible and his arguments are persuasive and creative. I would not hesitate to recommend Rob to a friend or family member in need, or to use his services myself - which is the highest compliment I can give."
"Robb Henak is the best appellate attorney in the State, at least for criminal matters. This is not only true, it has been true for so long that it is not even seriously debated among experienced criminal trial attorneys. If your client's case turned out badly and you want to know whether you can get him or her a second chance, this is the attorney you call. I have known Robert Henak professionally for twenty years. It is a pleasure to deal with him because he knows what he is talking about and doesn't promise or imply anything that he cannot deliver."
Michael Cohen
Criminal defense lawyer
Waring Fincke
Criminal defense lawyer
Patrick Cafferty
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2009
William M. Coffey Memorial Award, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2005
Leader in the Law, Wisconsin Law Journal
N/A
2005 - 2014 Top 5% of Wisconsin Atorneys, SuperLawyers Magazine
N/A
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Owner, Henak Law Office, S.C.
Associations
1995 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
1995 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Amicus Curiae CommitteeChair
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Member
Education
1982
New York U
law
Speaking Engagements
2014
Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference
Appellate Arguments You Should be Preserving for Federal Court...Even if They Don’t Have a Chance in the State Courts
2013
Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference
Framing Ineffective Assistance Claims in Wisconsin Courts
2012
Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference
Immigration for Appellate Lawyers
2012
3/30/12 What Every State Court Criminal Law Practitioner Needs to know about the Federal System
Protecting your Clients' Federal Habeas Rights
2011
Public Defender Conference
Harmless Error
2010
Conference on the Wisconsin Supreme Court: Review and Preview
New Federalism - An Obligation, Not an Option
2009
Conference on the Wisconsin Supreme Court: Review and Preview
Recusal of Supreme Court Justices
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers