Timothy R. Verhoff

Timothy R. Verhoff

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 26 years

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

1 S Pinckney St Ste 952, Madison, WI

About Timothy

Biography

Practice Areas

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 26 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1999

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Chirafisi & Verhoff Sc

1 S Pinckney St Ste 952, Madison, WI, 53703-3391

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Timothy R. Verhoff's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steve | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Look no further

Tim knows better than anyone else the tactics the police and prosecution uses, so he knows and understands how things roll if your ever facing a legal tsunami. Before I made any statements to the police, I called Tim and knew right away that he was the lawyer for me compared to other law offices I ca...lled. I was facing 7 months in jail and up to $10,000 in fines and he made it all go away. Now what other lawyer around here and top that?

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2015

Takes time to understand and explain

Before ever giving him a dime, Tim took an hour out of his day to help me decipher my case and lay out my options. He is very knowledgeable and most importantly cares. He knows the OWI laws in Wisconsin are primarily a fee tax on the public, the field sobriety tests are designed for even sober driv...ers to fail, and the state statute limiting negotiated settlement before trial a ridiculous encumbrance. I would trust Tim to handle any OWI case given to him and believe he will get the best possible result for his clients.

Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2015

Strongly recommended

I would strongly recommend Mr. Verhoff. He is professional, knowledgeable in law, and efficient. Mr. Verhoff reviewed all possible outcomes of the extremely serious charges against me and made a clear plan of action. He kept me informed as he continued to work with the prosecutor and ultimately secur...ed the best possible resolution to my case. I am extremely satisfied with Mr. Verhoff's performance as my lawyer and would not hesitate to ask him to represent me again.

Posted by anonymous | March 5, 2015

Great legal partner

Having not had a lawyer on retainer or in need of one in the past, I was extremely fortunate to have Tim recommended by friends of mine. I was facing a misdemeanor battery charge and I was impressed from the first meeting to the last with Tim's skill/expertise, knowledge of the Madison legal scene a...nd his straightforward approach in laying out the options in front of me. I am extremely happy with the partnership and the end result. While I don't plan to be in need of Tim's services again in my lifetime, if I have family or friends in need of an awesome legal partner, Tim's name will be the first and only one that I recommend.

Posted by Jack | February 23, 2015

Traffic violation

Tim was very professional from my initial phone call to conclusion of my case. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again and would definitely recommend Tim for anyone looking for a Lawyer.

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Timothy R. Verhoff's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Relles

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Tim Verhoff. I am a former assistant district attorney. I have had cases against Tim when he was a district attorney, I have co-counseled criminal cases with Tim. I have referred complicated criminal cases to Tim. He is extremely smart, caring about his clients, experienced and honest. These are among the most important traits any client would want in their criminal defense lawyer."

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Sarah Schmeiser

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim Verhoff is a terrific attorney and a wonderful colleague. Both when he was at the District Attorney's office and now that he is a defense attorney he knows the law, knows the people and gets great results. I can't recommend him highly enough!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Timothy. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Sara Jordan

Unknown lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I first met Attorney Verhoff when he was my Evidence professor. It quickly became obvious that he was extraordinarily knowledgeable and experienced in criminal law; he took great pains to make sure we didn't just learn the rules of evidence, but that we learned how to use them as tools to serve our clients’ interests. Since that time, I have had the opportunity to observe him in action. From his first contact with a case through its final resolution, he treats his clients with dignity and respect, and leaves no stone unturned in advancing their interests. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Schmeiser

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2007

Deputy District Attorney of the Year, Wisconsin District Attorneys Association

2006

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Chirafisi & Verhoff, S.C.

2000 - 2010

Deputy District Attorney, Dane County District Attorney's Office

1997 - 1999

Law Clerk & Associate Attorney, Axley Brynelson, LLP

Associations

2014 - Present

Wisconsin Supreme Court Planning & Policy Advisory Committee (PPAC)

State Bar Representative

2011 - Present

University of Wisconsin Law School

Adjunct Professor

2007 - Present

James E. Doyle American Inn of Court

Master of Court

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Dane County Bar Association

State Bar of Wisconsin

Sample of Legal Cases

OWI & PAC Dismissed-Dane County

Case Dismissed

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Education

1999

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

James E. Doyle American Inn of Court

Changing Roles and Perspectives in the Criminal Justice System

2013

Intro to Legal Studies

The Criminal Justice System

2012

Legal Studies 131

The Role of Prosecution and Defense in the Criminal Justice System

2012

Intro to Legal Studies

The Criminal Justice System

2012

Intro to Criminal Procedure

The Role of Prosecution and Defense in the Criminal Justice System

2011

Legal Studies 131

The Role of Prosecution and Defense in the Criminal Justice System

Languages

English

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