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Odalo J. Ohiku

Criminal defense Attorney at Milwaukee, WI

4.8   25 reviews
  • Licensed for 20 years
    State WI
    Acquired 2002
    Status
    Good Standing No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Odalo

Learn Odalo’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    45%
    The Law Office of Odalo J. Ohiku provides smart, experienced legal representation in all areas of criminal law including all felonies and misdemeanors. We fight to protect your rights and prepare your case to win.

  2. Divorce and separation
    25%
    We provide exceptional legal counsel and representation in all areas of divorce including Temporary Support Orders, Child and Family Support, Maintenance, Child Custody and Placement, Asset Valuation, Marital Settlement Agreements, Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial Agreements, Mediation, Negotiation, and Litigation.

  3. Family
    10%
    Family law necessarily involves your family. As such, we take painstaking efforts to protect your interests with respect to your family. We provide precision crafted legal representation in all family-law matters including Paternity, Legal Custody and Child Placement, Child Support, Modification of Child Support and Placement Orders, Restraining Orders, Contempt Orders, and Guardianship.

  4. General practice
    10%
    We provide zealous legal representation in all civil disputes involving Small Claims Court, filing and/or responding to a lawsuit, and contract review and negotiation. We represent individuals, small businesses, and non-profit organizations.

  5. Expungement
    5%

  6. Juvenile law
    5%
    We provide aggressive legal counsel and defense to juveniles confronting the Children's Court System. Your child has rights. We work tirelessly to protect those rights and ensure your child keeps a clean record. We also fight to prevent your child from being waived to adult criminal court.

“Care for the whole person!” These words of wisdom are the cornerstone of the Law Office of Odalo J. Ohiku. With a relentless passion for protecting people’s rights, Mr. Ohiku works tirelessly to ensure that law enforcement does not violate any of our rights guaranteed under the Constitution. Mr. Ohiku’s experiences at Marquette University, undoubtedly, solidified his mission to deliver high quality legal service to each and every client. In order to provide consummate legal representation and vigorous advocacy for his clients, Mr. Ohiku does, indeed, care for the whole person.

Mr. Ohiku’s extensive experience in all facets of the criminal courts system has molded him into a formidable adversary. He provides high quality legal representation on all criminal and quasi-criminal matters, including misdemeanors, felonies, probation/extended supervision revocation hearings, Children’s Court (CHIPS, JIPS) cases, mental health commitments, restraining orders, and municipal cases. Mr. Ohiku has successfully litigated countless evidence suppression motions, illegal search motions, illegal stop/detention motions, as well as various other legal challenges to law enforcement conduct. A trained mediator and arbitrator, Mr. Ohiku possesses the skills needed to resolve complex issues through strategic legal representation.

 

Mr. Ohiku has been recognized for inclusion in the “Top 40 under 40” by both The American Society of Legal Advocates and The National Trial Lawyers. He remains active with the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund and Evans Scholars Foundation. He is an avid reader and enjoys topics such as “Race, Crime, and the Law,” political philosophy, and business organizations.  He frequently lectures on topics, such as “Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure” and removing barriers to employment. He sponsors the annual Second Chance Expungement Clinic to assist eligible people with removing criminal convictions from their records. Additionally, Mr. Ohiku mentors individuals interested in becoming lawyers so they, too, will embody, “Care for the whole person!”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Law Office of Odalo J Ohiku
740 N. Plankinton Avenue
Suite 800
Milwaukee, WI, 53203

Reviews

4.8 / 5.0
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Posted by Amanda | October 27, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Domestic Abuse, Family child Custody
In my time of need Mr. Odalo was there, Very Swiftly and Professionally did he come to my Aid. I want so much to share my story and Im sure you have your own, Retain and allow him to help you and you'll be telling your own story. Thank You, Mr Odalo
Posted by Saquine | May 2, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
An Excellent Attorney
At a time when our family was going down an uncharted territory facing a very difficult task of dealing with the challenges of our loved one facing very serious charges, we began our search for legal representation. The prospect of losing our loved one to the criminal justice system was a reality where our son was facing being charged with two Class C Felonies and potentially serving a maximum sentence of 60-years. Facing such serious charges, we knew that it was crucial in finding the right attorney to not only represent but also believe in our son, recognizing that he was a young man who made a very bad decision but willing to fight to provide him a second opportunity in life. During our very first conversation, we knew Attorney Ohiku was the right person to represent our son. Attorney Ohiku truly embodies, “Caring for the Whole Person”, as from day one he showed true compassion. Attorney Ohiku throughout the entire process was very straightforward, readily assessible and very responsive. It was through Attorney Ohiku’ s hard work, experience and professionalism that ultimately led to one charge being dismissed and that ensured our son received both a fair and favorable outcome. Our family will always be forever grateful for his guidance and dedication. Attorney Odalo Joseph Ohiku is a true blessing.
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Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
service worker
Thorough and attentive. He made sure to address all aspects of my needs and was there when I needed. He helped me get what I needed through the system despite everything. I would recommend it all.
Posted by Darryl | December 18, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Custody
Mr Odalo and his staff were very much concerned With my case, And because of that I was totally impressed. After our consultation, I definitely felt the need 2hire him, You see, the first person 2tell there story seems true, Until someone Professional Qualified Questions that person, That person is Mr Odalo Thank you,
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Posted by Craig | September 5, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Good job
Was very prepared and at times more prepared than the court. He kept me well informed of everything that was going on behind closed doors in a timely fashion.
Posted by Jeffrey | November 29, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
We beat the case
In my eyes odalo J. Ohiku was a very amazing attorney he believed in me from the very jump he was very dedicated in helping me beat my case I thank him for that. If it wasn't for him I probably be in jail right about now!
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Good
Was on point with everything and worked hard to get the best out come for me and making sure that it couldn’t hurt any thing that i had going on.
Posted by Timothy | April 20, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Timothy Rynders
I feel I had the experience of having the Best Representation of any Lawyer in the State of Wisconsin. When I say this Lawyer saved me from a lot of expensive fines, wasted time and endless hassles that would be an understatement! He saved our family from a nightmare of legal complications. If you want to win then you NEED Mr. Ohiku on your side!! Endlessly Grateful for your talent and Class! Tim Rynders
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Posted by B Patel | June 1, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Mr. Ohiku
Mr. Ohiku greatly assisted me with a citation issued in Wisconsin; he was extremely helpful and very up front with the options I had available to me. He was always very professional and sympathetic to my situation and helped ease my anxiety about dealing with the matter. I would highly recommend him to anyone for all of the areas in which he practices.
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Posted by Andrew | March 2, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A very honest, reliable and confident attorney.
As soon as the new year started, I came into a problem where I received a possession citation. Around this time I was also in a homeless shelter and since I could not keep a lot of my personal belongings in this type of surrounding, I kept a good amount of my belongings in my technical college locker. I placed THC in the school locker for personal use and there was also a large amount of cash that I had recently made a withdrawal from my checking account also in the school locker along with checking balances and payroll check stubs. During some time while I was at work, the locker was entered by school security because security came across the smell of THC on more than one basis coming from this certain area. Law officials were called and all my personal belongings were taken from the locker. I returned to the locker to find that my lock key did not work for a lock that closely resembled the lock that I had placed on the locker. Once I noticed that this was not my lock, I had to make sure I was at the right locker because I started to worry about the money that was in the locker. Shortly after being at the locker, school security approached me by using my first name and that's when I knew what happened. I was told by school security that I needed to contact law officials about the possession citation that I was receiving and personal belongings that were in the locker including the money. I contacted the law officials that aquired my belongings and was advised that I should also hire an attorney. I did not want to take the risk of going to court asking for return of money even though I could prove where the money came from so I started asking around and even consulted with attorneys and was given unreasonable fees to handle what needed to be done for return of money. I was about to give in and hire an attorney for the lowest but yet large fee to handle the court proceeding until I happen to come across www.avvo.com. This website gave me reviews about attorneys along with ratings of that attorney with contact information. The website was really helpful because it helped me identify that the attorney I had decided to hire did not really have a good rating for the fee that was being asked for. I started my research again starting with high rating attorneys and contacted them about fees before I came across the attorney Odalo Ohiku. This attorney specializes in a variety of court matters so I decided to contact his office for free consultation and to find out where the fee starts. I contacted Mr. Ohiku and being the honest attorney that he is, he recommended the I proceed into this court hearing by myself because he saw no reason why I could not obtain what belonged to me. I let him know that I had been stuffed by the courts many of times even when I had proof that every thing I was saying to the courts were true. Attorney Ohiku gave me the lowest fee out of all the attorneys I contacted and also set up an appointment when we could meet and advised me to bring proof entitling me to receive my money back. Shortly after, we had met and I gave him everything proving that what I told him previously was true and with even more confidence, he let me know that I would be getting my money back. In ending, for the court proceeding Attorney Ohiku showed up on time and had a small talk with the city attorney and when I was placed in front of the court judge, the judge gave a smile to the response hearing that the money will be returned and said that he was glad the two attorneys could come to an agreement without wasting a lot of the courts time with the possibility of other court proceedings to follow. This was a shocker to me to have a large amount of money returned with only minutes wasted in court. Attorney Ohiku is one of the most reliable and confident attorneys that I have met with and this is why I recommend others to contact him for consultation. A very satisfied customer, Andrew
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Posted by Sonicka | February 17, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Odalo Ohiku is a private attorney who was appointed to represent my son. At first, my husband and I were nervious because our family had been treated very poorly by previous council. He surprised us by going above and beyond in his professional capacity in many ways. He fought hard for my son and he was always courteous and professional while doing so. I will never forget the impact he made on my family. Even if we hadn't won the trial, we would be still be extremely grateful for how we were treated by him and his staff during this process. Thank you, Odalo Ohiku! You made all the difference in my son's jury trial!
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Posted by Damien | February 17, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Ohiku is the Man!
Attorney Ohiku was the last of four attorneys who worked on my son's case. For various reasons all of the others withdrew. From our first meeting, Mr. Ohiku and his staff were very welcoming and understanding. He looked at our son's case with a fresh set of eyes and perspective none of the other attorneys shared. After speaking with him the first time, my wife and I were convinced that he would fight for our son. When Mr. Ohiku shared his personal story with us, we felt like he really knew what it was like to be in our shoes as concerned family members. His office communicated with us in a way that assured us he would do everything he could to get the best outcome. Calls were returned promtly, and his office informed us about developments along the way. He told us that he believed our son was not guilty of the serious crime for which he'd been charged. He appeared to take the case personally and gave it the attention that it required. He came to our house, spoke to relevant people involving the case, and went above and beyond anything we'd been used to. The case had spanned three years and three judges, so we dealt with alot. We appreciated his frank, direct communication. For the jury trial Attorney Ohiku even brought our son dress clothes that were appropriate for court! During the trial he seemed to be as emotional as we were. I can't say enough how Odalo and his staff were good to us. He wasn't afraid to go to trial, despite what it looked like, because he believed he was fighting for right! Our son was found not guilty and we thank Attorney Ohiku and staff for all of their hard work. Whatever the highest rating is, he's got it from us!
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Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A Dedicated Attorney
After a long stressful search for an attorney and making many phone calls trying to reach and find an attorney whom I felt comfortable with, I found Attorney Odalo J. Ohiku through Avvo. I immediately felt comfortable with the choice to hire him as my attorney. In the middle of a CPS investigation I was afraid, hesitant and confused about what I needed to do next. I did not know whether or not a needed to hire a lawyer and what kind of attorney I would need. After the initial consultation I felt that he was understanding, direct and he was honest about what I would need from him. He provided guidance and helped me get through one of the most challenging moments in my life. After several months, my case was dismissed and have custody of my sons. I would recommend Odalo Ohiku, he is reasonably price, dedicated and he is upfront.
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Posted by anonymous | April 7, 2015
Very personable and straight-forward
I was a client of Mr. Ohiku in 2013. He went of his way to ensure I received the best representation possible. He was very easy to talk to, and was very forthcoming regarding the details of my case. I highly recommend Mr. Ohiku as an attorney.
Posted by Vit | February 11, 2015
Smart, Straightforward and Honest
I hired Attorney Ohiku for a criminal case. He was very easy to talk to and was not arrogant or condescending. I was extremely nervous and anxious about going to court. Attorney Ohiku explained the process and what I should expect. He was my calm during the storm. Hopefully I wont ever need criminal defense attorney again, but if I do, I'm going back to him.
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Posted by Dan | October 10, 2014
I got my son back thanks to attorney Ohiku
I was on the middle of my divorce and costudy battle for to years and no one was taking my case serious un till I hired Odalo Ohiku, he help me so much whit my case my child was taken away from me out state w/o my consent, but thanks to attorney Ohiku, his with me now were he belongs, I have sole custody and placement and my divorce is finally done.
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Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2014
Attorney Ohiku offers peace to your life
Attorney Ohiku is by far one of the most confident, well-knowledge and honest attorneys that I have come across. He tells you what you need to hear not what you want to hear. From the beginning, he puts you at ease by letting you know his opinion of best strategy in handling the case. Since it was a restraining order case, he was honest by letting me know that I really did not need an attorney for the initial case. Where most attorneys would try to get clients to hire them on immediately, he informed me that I would only need him if the outcome of the initial case was not in my favor or if the other party appealed the case. I won the initial case without an attorney; however, the other party did appeal. I then hired Attorney Ohiku. Needless to say, he won the case. I also must add that I consulted with another attorney prior to Attorney Ohiku who tried to take my case immediately and his fee was inflated much greater than Attorney Ohiku. I would not hesitate to recommend Attorney Ohiku to anyone.
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Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2013
Lawyer who will look after your best interest
Mr Ohiku came highly recommended and i felt very comfortable speaking to him and letting him take my case. He knew what he was talking about and made me feel at ease. Most importantly, I felt I could trust him. He took down my story and he showed he really cared!!!
Posted by Joe | July 25, 2013
A Consummate Professional
I have had the privilege of knowing Odalo Ohiku for over 2 decades. He has counseled me on numerous occasions and has been involved in many of the important decisions I have made in my personal and professional life. He is a man of great character and possesses a genuine desire to help his fellow human beings. His professionalism is second to none, and he operates with the utmost integrity. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Ohiku to friends, family, or business associates.
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Posted by Catherine | June 30, 2013
Answered the Call
Attorney Ohiku fought for me in my alimony case against my ex-husband as if I was family. Finally, a lawyer that fought for me and what I deserved. He went above and beyond my expectations as a client, and as a woman, finding a trustworthy attorney such as Attorney Ohiku was an extraordinary experience. I have recommended him to several acquantances for various legal matters as the most dependable attorney in town.
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Cost

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  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Governor's Judicial Selection Advisory Committee
  • Office of the Governor of Wisconsin
  • 2019 - Present
  • Board of Governors
  • State Bar Of Wisconsin
  • 2017 - Present
  • Diversity and Inclusion Oversight Committee
  • State Bar Of Wisconsin
  • 2017 - Present
  • Strategic Planning Committee
  • State Bar Of Wisconsin
  • 2017 - Present
  • Owner
  • Law Office of Odalo J. Ohiku
  • 2003 - Present
  • Immigration Caseworker
  • Office of US Senator Russ Feingold
  • 2002 - 2003
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Education

  • University of Wisconsin, Madison
  • Certificate in Mediation, Spring 2013
  • 2013
  • Marquette University Law School
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2002
  • Marquette University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1999

Legal Cases

  • State v. Private Citizen
  • Not Guilty
  • State vs. Private Citizen (Name Withheld due to Privacy Concerns)
  • Case Dismissed
  • State vs. Michael Ellis
  • Not Guilty after Jury Trial
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Associations

  • Milwaukee Bar Association
  • N/A
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin
  • N/A
  • Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers
  • N/A
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • N/A
  • United States Supreme Court
  • N/A
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • N/A
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • N/A
  • American Society of Legal Advocates
  • N/A
  • American Bar Association, Business Law Section
  • N/A
  • American Bar Association, Family Law Section
  • N/A
  • Wisconsin Association of Mediators
  • N/A
  • Wisconsin State Bar Association
  • N/A
  • Wisconsin Association of Minority Attorneys
  • N/A
  • Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • N/A
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • N/A
  • National Bar Association
  • N/A
  • Milwaukee Urban League
  • N/A
  • American Bar Association
  • N/A
  • State Bar of Wisconsin, Diversity and Inclusion Oversight Committee
  • Board Liaison
  • 2019 - 2020
  • Office of the Governor
  • Governor's Judicial Selection Advisory Committee
  • 2019 - 2020
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Lao
  • Hmong
  • Thai
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Honors and Awards

  • 2019 President's Award
  • State Bar of Wisconsin
  • 2019
  • 2019 WAAL Attorney of the Year Award
  • WAAL
  • 2019
  • Pro Bono Honor Society
  • Milwaukee Bar Association
  • 2017
  • Pro Bono Honor Society
  • Milwaukee Bar Association
  • 2016
  • Client Distinction Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Pro Bono Honor Society
  • Milwaukee Bar Association
  • 2015
  • Top 40 under 40
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Top 40 under 40
  • The American Society of Legal Advocates
  • 2014
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Publications

  • 860WNOV
  • Radio Live Broadcast-Law Office of Odalo J. Ohiku Real Time On Air Calls
  • 2017
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Speaking Engagements

  • Second Chance Expungement Clinic
  • Expungement
  • 2019
  • Second Chance Expungement Clinic
  • Expungement
  • 2017
  • Second Chance Expungement Clinic
  • Expungement
  • 2016
  • Second Chance Expungement Clinic
  • Expungement
  • 2015
  • Live Radio Call-In
  • Expungement
  • 2015
  • Panel Discussion
  • Know Your Rights
  • 2015
  • Know Your Rights
  • Beware of What You Post: Privacy Rights and Internet Safety
  • 2015
  • Know Your Rights
  • Knock and Talk Seminar
  • 2014
  • Know Your Rights
  • In the News: Dontre Hamilton
  • 2014
  • DMSF Summer Program Conference Series
  • Racial Disparities, Crime and the Law
  • 2012
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Attorney endorsements

Received (10)
Given (5)
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Mediation Attorney | Feb 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ohiku is a skilled mediator. He discusses complex legal issues in an easy, understandable way. I recommend Attorney Ohiku."
Mediation Attorney | Feb 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I am the President-Elect of the Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers of which Atty. Ohiku is a member. Atty. Ohiku is highly skilled and well respected within the legal community and a valued member of our organization."
Family Attorney | Feb 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ohiku is well versed in the areas of criminal and family law. He is a dedicated advocate who works hard to obtain positive results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | May 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Odalo. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly recommend Odalo Ohiku as an attorney. Odalo is extremely knowledgeable in criminal and family law and is adept at dealing with complex legal issues. In the courtroom, Odalo is very comfortable and confident and is well respected by his peers. He is meticulous, detail-oriented and passionate about providing the best representation for his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Attorney Ohiku for many years. He is a very competent, friendly, and straightforward professional."
Litigation Attorney | Aug 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. My firm retained Mr. Ohiku to assist us in toxic fume litigation in his state. We were greatly impressed with his skills professionalism. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ohiku is an aggressive and hardworking advocate for his clients. He brings experience, knowledge of the law, and believes in justice and fairness for all clients, regardless of the circumstances."
General practice Attorney | Jul 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Ohiku is a diligent attorney who will do everything he can, and then some for his client's. Anyone would be lucky to have him represent them."
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Odalo J. Ohiku
Criminal defense Attorney
Milwaukee, WI
Licensed for 20 years