$ 300-300 per hour
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Timothy D. Kiefer
also known as Tim Kiefer
About Timothy
Biography
I help people get through tough times in their lives.
Maybe you are getting divorced, you’ve been stopped for drunk driving, or you’ve been charged with a crime. You need experienced legal counsel representing you.
I focus my practice on the following areas:
Criminal law and drunk driving. I have defended people charged with everything from first offense drunk driving to first degree intentional homicide.
Family law. I have represented spouses and parents in cases involving divorce, child support, maintenance, child placement, and restraining orders.
Civil litigation. I have represented companies and individuals in civil disputes in state and federal court.
During my career I have taken over 25 cases to jury trial. I have established a solid reputation in the legal community for "not being afraid to go to trial" and for winning jury verdicts. I have worked at every level of the Wisconsin state court system, from municipal court all the way to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, see State v. M.A.L., 2009 WI 49, 317 383.
I earned my law degree from Harvard Law School in 1998. Prior to opening my own law practice, I served as a Dane County assistant district attorney and Wisconsin assistant attorney general. As an assistant district attorney, I handled drunk driving cases, white collar fraud cases, and drug cases. I have the experience you need to navigate the criminal or traffic court system.
I offer a free 30-minute consultation, either by phone or in person. The sooner you contact me, the sooner I can get to work helping you.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
11 years
Family
30%
11 years
DUI and DWI
20%
11 years
Litigation
20%
11 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2021
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 27 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
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Practice Areas
Criminal Defense (28)
Lawsuits & Disputes (13)
DUI & DWI (11)
Divorce & Separation (10)
Family (6)
Child Custody (4)
Car Accidents (2)
Landlord & Tenant (2)
Computer Fraud (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Drug Crime (1)
Education (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Expungement (1)
Guardianship (1)
Juvenile (1)
Litigation (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
State, Local And Municipal Law (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Family
Posted by Santiago Rosas | December 08, 2025 | Family
As a former and current Councilman, I have a large circle of family and friends
Attorney Keifer, represented a family member and did an excellent job. I was extremely impress with his professionalism, knowledgeable of family law and we believe we couldn't have selected a better attorney to represent us. We would strongly suggest that if you want to win your case, contact attorn...
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Efficient and Affordable
Tim helped my husband and me with a family law issue. He charged a reasonable fee and provided quality representation.
Posted by John | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
3 WINS with Tim Kiefer
Tim has represented me in three separate cases, two of them being criminal, and the third was a family law case. Tim's more then competent skills delivered WINS IN ALL THREE CASES. I would, without hesitation, recommend Tim Kiefer to anyone who needs the services of a highly qualified attorney.
Posted by Nelizzette | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Dedicated and Fair
I had 2 separate cases with Family Law. Tim Kiefer looked at what I was facing and decided to take both cases with no hesitation. Tim Kiefer showed compassion and was very dedicated to each case individually. I had mixed feelings about being able to win either case, and Tim was nothing but positi...
Posted by Selina | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Restraining order for a juvenile
I can't say enough about Tim's services. Professional , thorough and accurate. My case involved the safety of my daughter so trust was paramount. Tim was not only reliable and honest , but in our case , equally as important ; was that he was careful to make the process as comfortable as possible and ...
Timothy D. Kiefer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim consulted me regarding defense of a client whose professional license was being investigated. He achieved a good result for the client. Tim understood the specialized issues involved in these cases, and did an excellent job!"
"I endorse Tim. I have referred several clients to him who were outside of my practice area and they were very pleased with his advice and work. I also have worked with him as the opposing lawyer on family cases, and know him to be a strong and fair advocate for his clients."
"I endorse Tim. If my clients have criminal problems in Madison I'd send them to Tim!"
"Timothy Kiefer has a niche practice of family law with criminal defense components. I endorse Mr. Kiefer if you a looking for a lawyer who has experience with these types of cases."
"I would certainly refer any clients I have with a legal need in the Madison, Wisconsin area to Tim Kiefer. Tim has the experience, intellect, and personality to very effectively represent his clients."
"Tim is a great lawyer in Wisconsin. He very knowledgable of the law and follows up in a timely manner with his clients. I highly recommend you using his services!"
"Tim is well versed in the law and experienced on criminal law issues. He is not afraid to take a case to jury trial. Tim even won a not guilty verdict on a reckless homicide charge."
"Tim is smart, cordial, and articulate. He is a pleasure to work with."
"Tim is a great attorney. He is very generous with his time, especially when it comes to mentoring new lawyers."
"I fully endorse Attorney Kiefer without hesitation. He combines a sharp intellect with an excellent work ethic and real concern for his clients. I rely on him as a trusted adviser and can refer clients to him confident that they'll receive top-notch legal service."
"I highly endorse this lawyer because of his level of professionalism, and meticulous attention to detail. Tim cares strongly about his clients and has my highest endorsement."
"Attorney Kiefer is a smart, personable, persuasive, ethical, hard-working, and all around good lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.Tim is a tireless advocate who fights for his clients. Tim knows the law inside and out and is always well prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the pleasure of working on cases with Tim while he was an Assistant District Attorney and, more recently, in private family law cases. I appreciate his willingness to share his knowledge about legal proceedings with other lawyers. I feel confident that his clients are in good hands when they hire him to represent their interests."
"Attorney Kiefer not only cares about his clients and the criminal defense profession, he is constantly supporting and helping his fellow colleagues. He is very knowledgeable and has impressive trial experience. I definitely endorse Attorney Kiefer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kiefer has years of experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney handling serious crimes, giving him a well rounded perspective on the merits of a case and how to properly handle a defense. There's no question his talents and reputation continue to gain recognition with his very recent jury acquittal in a drug related homicide case."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Warrior of the Year, Dane County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2015
Class A Felony Certification, Wisconsin State Public Defender
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, Kiefer Law Office, LLC
2007 - 2011
Assistant District Attorney, Dane County District Attorney
2005 - 2006
Foreign Service Officer, US Department of State
2003 - 2005
Assistant Attorney General, Wisconsin Department Of Justice
2001 - 2003
Associate, Godfrey & Kahn
2000 - 2001
Luce Scholar, Luce Foundation
1998 - 2001
Judicial Law Clerk, US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
1998 - 1998
Attorney, Foley & Lardner, LLP
Associations
2012 - Present
Dane County Board of SupervisorsSupervisor
2009 - Present
James E. Doyle American Inn of CourtMember
2007 - Present
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Wisconsin v. Mitchell Lange, 2009 WI 49
Won a 7-0 decision in the Wisconsin Supreme Court
Education
1998
Harvard University
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Wisconsin, Madison
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
James E. Doyle American Inn of Court
Lessons Learned in Switching from Criminal Prosecution to Criminal Defense
2014
Dane County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Defending Len Bias Cases
Publications
2015
Wisconsin Lawyer
"Real Lawyers" (book review)
2015
State Bar of Wisconsin publication
Wisconsin Criminal Defense Manual, 6th edition (Editorial Review Board member)
2001
Wisconsin Lawyer magazine
"When Government Was Good: Memories of a Life in Politics" (book review)
1998
Harvard Negotiation Law Review
"A Case Study in Two-Track Diplomacy: The Lawyers Alliance for Nuclear Arms Control" (book review)
Languages
English