Nils P. Wyosnick

Nils P. Wyosnick

also known as Nils Wyosnick

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Madison, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

137 E Wilson Street, Suite 202, Madison, WI

About Nils

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

Experienced in representing clients facing a vast array of felony and misdemeanor crimes. Representing clients against Criminal Charges of: Battery, Assault, Burglary, Trespassing, Possession of Controlled Substances (“drugs”), marijuana possession,

15 years | 1,000 cases

35%
DUI and DWI 35%

Years of experience representing felony and misdemeanor DUI/OWI cases. Hundreds of DUI cases tried to verdict. Experienced with Wisconsin and Illinois drunk driving.

15 years | 700 cases

35%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 30%

Experienced in defending all types of traffic violations and in CDL defense.

15 years | 1,000 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 8 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2017

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2011

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Wyosnick Legal, L.L.C.

137 E Wilson Street, Suite 202, Madison, WI, 53703

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Nils P. Wyosnick's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very Satisfied

Nils had his work cut out for him with my very involved OWI cases. With his help, I survived a very serious situation with the best possible outcome, which included minimal jail time. During this very difficult time in my life, I appreciated not only his knowledge and candor, I also was surprised a...t how kind and compassionate an attorney could be! Despite the challenges and sometimes surprised during my journey, his treatment of me helped me maintain hope and dignity. He is a man of great character.

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great Service!

Nils was able to take care of a not-so-minor speeding ticket for me and got it reduced to a defective speedometer so that my insurance would not go up. Highly recommended!

Posted by John | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I Couldn't be More Pleased with the Results

Nils did an excellent job of positioning me for a favorable outcome with my DUI charges! Somehow I got through this difficult and challenging time without my license being revoked, and I have Nils and David Mennie to thank for that. I was concerned that Nils' move to Madison might jeopardize my case,... however the opposite was true. Nils teed me up with David Mennie to work out my plea, and a year and a couple months later my driving privileges have remained intact.

Posted by Michael & Mia | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

2 satisfied customers

Nils has now represented both my mother & I for both serious and less serious traffic citations. We have been very pleased with his professionalism, responsiveness as well as the outcomes negotiated. To the extent either my mother or I need representation in the future, neither of us would hesitate... to use Nils again. It is safe to say, as I recommended Nils to my own mother, I would recommend him to friends & family as well.

Posted by Julia | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Citation after accident dismissed

Nils was the first attorney I called and after speaking with him about my situation (I had gotten a speeding ticket then an accident the next week) and my fear for losing my license, he assured me that he would be in court with me. Nils confirmed our meeting time and met me at the court house. He was... polite and respectful and answered any questions I had. The charges were dismissed and I was able to walk out very relieved. Would definitely recommend Nils.

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Nils P. Wyosnick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Sworden

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Other

"If I have a client who needs a criminal attorney in Wisconsin or Northern Illinois, I send them to Nils!"

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Cary Dohman

Criminal defense lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nils is a highly skilled trial attorney, who fights tirelessly for his clients. Not only is Nils extremely knowledgeable and highly respected by his peers, but he is a top notch trial attorney. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Chloe Schor

Unknown lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had many opportunities to work with Nils while we were with the Cook County State's Attorneys Office and after we both left for private practice. He is very knowledgeable about the law and is an excellent trial attorney. He is a diligent, dedicated, and aggressive advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristin Beilke

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Family member

"Nils is a great trial attorney, and takes pride in all of his cases. He is always professional."

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Jason Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Shortly after leaving the State's Attorney's Office it did not take long for Nils to establish himself as a top notch criminal defense attorney."

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Stavri Vako

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nils is a highly skilled criminal attorney. His experience gives him the ability to handle many different criminal matters. He is one of the most professional and ethical lawyers that I know. I do not hesitate to endorse this lawyer."

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Larry Dohman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nils since he was an Assistant State’s Attorney. He worked tirelessly then and continues to work extremely hard for his clients as a criminal defense attorney. Nils is an experienced and well-respected criminal defense attorney and can be trusted. I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Fagan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Nils Wyosnick since his days as an Assistant State's Attorney in Cook county courts. I have tried cases against him and seen his work first-hand as a defense attorney since. He is a hard-working, serious and professional advocate for his clients."

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Paul Serkland

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have know Mr. Wyosnick for several years beginning when he was a prosecutor in the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. Nils is an exceptionally bright, hard working attorney. I endorse him without hesitation."

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Emilio Moretti

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My first experience with Mr. Wyosnick was back when he was a Cook County Prosecutor. I went up against him on many occasions and quickly discovered that he possessed all the traits of an excellent attorney. He was always professional, knowledgeable, prepared, and his litigation skills were razor sharp. Even though he is now in private practice, those traits still remain, and as a result, he has become a very well respected Criminal, Traffic, and DUI defense attorney. Mr. Wyosnik has my endorsement."

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Douglas Borthwick

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Ott

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nils is an excellent attorney who cares greatly for the clients he represents. I highly endorse him."

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Justin Bougher

Unknown lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Gebhardt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Omer Jaleel

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Nils is a top-notch attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I had the pleasure of working closely with Nils while we were both prosecutors in the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. Nils was and continues to be a consummate professional. Nils is a strong presence in the courtroom, is always prepared, and always has the respect of fellow lawyers, and judges. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Keenan

Unknown lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nils is a skilled and dedicated professional. I have worked on cases where he was opposing counsel, and he was a formidable adversary. He always come prepared for court, and he is respected in all corners of the profession. This is an attorney you can rely on."

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David Winer

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When he was a prosecutor and now as a defense atorney, Nils Wyosnick has always exhibited complete professionalism and competence . He is always fully prepared and ready to properly handle any type of case he has. I endorse Nils."

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Martin Lascola

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gruszeczki

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrea Winder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Merrill Davis

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Cary Dohman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Salon

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Howard Wise

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anisa Jordan

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Joshua Schwartz

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Kristin Beilke

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Chloe Schor

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Ryan Schur

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Jason Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stavri Vako

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Serkland

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Goldman

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Robert Irsuto

Criminal defense lawyer

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Emilio Moretti

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Ott

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Richard Albanese

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Matthew Keenan

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Criminal Law 10 Best Attorney Selection for Illinois, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2016

Illinois 10 Best DUI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction Nominee, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

Client's Choice Award - Criminal Defense, Avvo

2010

CALI Award - Payment Systems, The John Marshall Law School

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Principal Attorney, N.P. Wyosnick Legal, LLC

1900 - Present

Member, Murphy Desmond S.C.

2014 - 2017

Attorney, The Davis Law Group

2011 - 2014

Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Dane County Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2018

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2018

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People of the State of Illinois v. D.S.

DUI amended to Reckless Driving

People v. C.M.

Case Dismissed

People v. K.W.

Case Dismissed

People v. K.C.

SUSPENSION RESCINDED

People v. J.M.

DEFERRED PROSECUTION - No Conviction

People v. S.B.

DUI AMENDED TO RECKLESS DRIVING

People v. S.H.

Finding of Not Guilty

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Education

2011

University of Illinois at Chicago John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Edgewood College

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

University of Iowa

Speaking Engagements

2019

Life is a Highway: Handling Traffic Cases

Consequences of Wisconsin OWI/DUI convictions on Illinois Drivers

2018

Coffee with a Lawyer

Career advice for pre-law undergraduate students.

2016

Mock Trial Competition

Trial Advocacy

2013

Mock Trial Competition

Trial Advocacy

Publications

2015

The Davis Law Group, P.C. Website Professional License Defense

2012

Chicago Lawyer Magazine Year In Review

Languages

English

Activity

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