Michael George Soukup

Michael George Soukup

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 18 years

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

1200 E Capitol Dr., Suite 220, Milwaukee, WI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Appeals

17 years | 75 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 185-185 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2012

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Matthew S Pinix, LLC

1200 E Capitol Dr., Suite 220, Milwaukee, WI, 53211-1867

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Michael George Soukup's Reviews

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Posted by Ron and Adam | October 28, 2014

Criminal Appeal case

My son has been incarcerated almost 10 years following an Alford plea. He has maintained his claim of innocence, and recently has been able to acquire proof of absolute innocence. The Circuit Court Judge has summarily denied allowing a hearing. "Mike" has been VERY helpful in compiling the proper mot...ions, and now has the case in the Wisconsin Appeals Court. We are confident there will be an exoneration once the case can be heard, which is why we had to appeal to a higher court. It is next to impossible to get justice without hiring an Attorney, but people with limited resources must go without justice unless they can have an attorney tailor his fees to work within their finances. Mike has gone beyond what is required, and been faithful to his agreements. Mike has kept us informed and responded quickly to any information that has been developed. We recommend "Mike" without hesitation.

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Michael George Soukup's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Foley

Appeals lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Soukup is a dedicated and caring attorney who achieves the best results possible for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation."

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Jeffrey Wilson

Appeals lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Soukup is a passionate appellate attorney who works extremely hard to get results for his clients. He has demonstrated the utmost competence in handling a wide variety of appeals."

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Matthew Pinix

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have found Atty. Soukup's insights invaluable in the cases that we have handled together. He is extremely bright and has a strong ability to spot issues. His dedication to the quality of his work is equaled only by his concern for his clients' rights. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Wisconsin, American Society of Legal Advocates

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Matthew S. Pinix, LLC

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Michael G. Soukup, Attorney at Law

2008 - 2012

Assistant Appellate Defender, Office of the State Appellate Defender

2008 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Loevy & Loevy

2006 - 2008

Public Interest Law Initiative Intern, Coordianted Advice and Referral Program for Legal Services

2006 - 2007

Senior Law Student Clinician, Childlaw Clinic - Loyola University Chicago School Of Law

2005 - 2006

Legal Intern, Equip For Equality

Associations

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Sample of Legal Cases

1st Deg. Reckless Homicide

Reversed on appeal

Possession THC

Reversed on appeal

Burglary

Reversed on appeal

Aggravated Sexual Assault

Reversed for further circuit court proceedings

Appeal from Revocation Decision

Revocation reversed due to violation of 5th Amendment

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Education

2007

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Indiana University-Bloomington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

From the Courtroom to the Interview Room: Fighting for Clients with Courage and Compassion

Defeating the Simple, Cruel Expedient: How the 5th Amendment Protects Probationers

Publications

2006

Children’s Legal Rights Journal Tying the Hands of Children with Disabilities: Barriers to Children and Parents Challenging Physical Restraint Policy

Languages

English

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