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Erika is passionate about helping people who find themselves having to navigate through the legal system. Given the pervasive power of prosecution and the court of public opinion, Erika works with those accused criminally—and civilly-- to protect their rights and to ensure a fair outcome.
Criminal Defense:
Erika represents individuals accused of serious felonies, including but not limited to, repeated sexual assault of a child, sexual assault, child pornography, drug offenses, burglary, and many other felonies as well as misdemeanors. She represents individuals at all stages of the criminal process—from investigation to pre-charging negotiations to jury trial and through appeal. She appears in court almost on a daily basis and well respected by the judges, prosecutors, and courthouse staff. Erika has significant jury trial experience.
She is a former Associate Federal Defender where she represented individuals accused of a wide range of serious federal crimes. Some of which include white collar, computer, and tax crimes. Erika has also represented victims of crimes as well as grand jury and John Doe witnesses.
School Disciplinary Proceedings:
Erika’s practice also includes representing students subject to investigations in non-academic misconduct proceedings students at both the high school and university level.
Representing the Interests of Business Clients:
Erika represents the interests of business clients, having successfully recovered misappropriated funds for financial institutions, private individuals, and corporations. Her experience also includes assisting business clients with investigations and compliance of grand jury subpoenas.
Civil Litigation:
In addition to her criminal practice, Erika also practices civil litigation. Her experience includes:
traffic matters of all types including OWIs
injunctions
personal injury defense
insurance defense
immigration status questions
property damage cases
adult protective service investigations
CHIPS investigations
child abuse injunctions
domestic restraining orders
harassment restraining orders
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Chat withState: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2004
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2 East Mifflin Street, Suite 200, Madison, WI, 53703
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Posted by Tim | October 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I contacted her three days before I was due in court for a criminal case. I know this was short notice, but she accepted my case without hesitation. Erika understood my situation immediately and was so helpful and compassionate throughout my case. She was my lifeline from beginning to the end. Her de...
Posted by Brandon | July 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Erika was professional and to the point, she knew exactly the steps needed and achieved the best possible outcome for my case. He knowledge and preparation made everything very smooth. Her support staff (Paula especially) were easy to reach and quick to respond to any questions or concerns .
Posted by Sanci | June 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
As the life partner to a client of Erika’s, I can attest to the depth of compassion and empathy that she gave to us both. Combined with her superior knowledge of the law and efficient skills of representation, she ensured the safety of my partner and the clarity of case facts to bring about a truly ...
Posted by Alexander | June 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I hired Erika for witness representation in a serious case. Based on the facts of the case, I was afraid for my personal safety. Erika prepared me well for the upcoming testimony and cross examination by an abusive defense lawyer. There were unprecedented circumstances brought into the trial process...
Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Erika is an incredibly knowledgeable, well-respected, and highly skilled lawyer who brings both empathy and compassion to her work. From the very beginning, she made me feel supported and never once judged me for my situation. Her empathy made a world of difference during the most difficult time in m...
"Erika is an extremely intelligent and proven criminal defense attorney. She is comfortable in the courtroom and cares about her clients. She can handle the most complex cases and those that are routine. A tough advocate who gets results."
"Attorney Bierma is an accomplished and caring advocate. She is highly experienced in federal criminal cases; having worked with the Federal Public Defender. Just as impressive is her volunteer work with troubled juvenile offenders. She also devotes her time to agencies that help ex-prisoners find work and housing in the community. She is truly dedicated to her clients."
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2023 - Present
Partner, Axley Brynelson, LLP
2019 - Present
Senior Associate, Axley Brynelson, LLP
2013 - 2019
Senior Associate, Stafford Rosenbaum, LLP
2007 - 2013
Associate Federal Defender, Federal Public Defender
2004 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Sipsma, Hahn & Brophy
2016 - Present
Recovery FoundationBoard Member
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
State Bar of WisconsinMember
2004 - Present
Dane County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Western District Bar Association of WisconsinMember
2004 - Present
Dane County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Wisconsin Assocation of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
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2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English