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John K. Smerlinski
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Biography
Attorney John K. Smerlinski has over 25 years of experience practicing criminal, divorce, and personal injury law in the state of Wisconsin. Attorney Smerlinski specializes in criminal law and can help you with DUI charges, drug charges, misdemeanor charges, and felony charges just to name a few. Smerlinski Law Office S. C. has extensive experience in divorce/family law and personal injury law. The firm has secured over 50 acquittals for clients over the years, and will work hard to get you the best results possible with your case. Contact Smerlinski Law Office today, for a free consultation, to discuss the specifics of your case.
Attorney Smerlinski is certified to practice law in
- all Wisconsin county Circuit Courts
- all Wisconsin municipal courts
- all Wisconsin Courts of Appeals
- the Federal District Courts of Eastern and Western Wisconsin
- the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
This allows him to serve clients in Madison, Southern Wisconsin, and beyond.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Smerlinski Law Office, S.C.
5708 Monona Drive, Suite C, Monona, WI, 53716
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John K. Smerlinski's Reviews
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Posted by Jacob | May 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experienced Attorney
John’s 33 years experience and knowledge paid off for sure. He helped settle my case with great results. I couldn’t have gotten a better deal with the judge I was facing. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
Posted by Rebecca | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
EXCELLENT!
I was extremely fortunate to have found John for my Attorney. His knowledge and experience resulted in the positive outcome of my case. Questions and concerns were always answered timely, straight to the point and respectfully. I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance!
Posted by Ellann | January 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Look no Further!
John went above and beyond for my family! We were in a situation that was very tough, and John fought for us. Pulled us from the flames sort of speak. He has the smarts and the grit to take on any challenge. I 1000% recommend John and his team to anyone who needs an attorney! I am never going to ...
Posted by Alex | September 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A highly intelligent and tenacious defense attorney
Mr. Smerlinski is smart, tough as nails and knows the court system intimately. He stuck with me through two years of uncertainty, made the right moves at the right time and finally achieved a brilliant resolution. My family and I are deeply grateful for his help and professionalism.
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
Received a DUI and a handful of other tickets, but with Johns help I only received 1 ticket. The money John saved me on the other tickets paid for the cost itself!!
John K. Smerlinski's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is the unsung hero of criminal defense attorneys in the Madison area. I have known John for over 20 years and have always found him to be passionate and dedicated to representing the best interests of his clients. A fierce advocate John is not one to walk away from trying challenging and difficult cases and he has achieved many successful outcomes for his clients. I strongly endorse him as a criminal defense lawyer."
Patrick Stangl
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Attorney, Smerlinski Law Office S. C.
Associations
State Bar of Wisconsin
Member
American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Dane County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Felon in Possession of Firearm
Aquital
OWI 1st Offense
Aquital
OWI 2nd Offense
Aquital
OWI 3rd Offense
Aquital
OWI 4th Offense
Aquital
PAC 1st Offense
Aquital
PAC 2nd Offense
Aquital
PAC 3rd Offense
Aquital
Homicide by Negligent Use Of Vehicle
Aquital
Intimidation of Witness
Aquital
Child Abuse-Intentional Harm
Aquital
False Imprisonment
Aquital
Reckless Driving Causing Great Bodily Harm
Aquital
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Aquital
Providing Alcohol To Minor-Resulting Injury
Aquital
Burglary to Building/Dwelling
Aquital
Burglary to Cargo Portion Truck/Trailer
Aquital
Theft of Movable Property
Aquital
Possession of Burglarious Tools
Aquital
Contributing to Delinquency of Child
Aquital
Disorderly Conduct
Aquital
Battery
Aquital
Intimidation of Witness
Aquital
Bail Jumping
Aquital
Criminal Damage to Property
Aquital
Resisting Obstructing Arrest
Aquital
Education
1991
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of Houston
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English