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Jay M. Englund

Jay M. Englund

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 21 years

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

315 Broadway Street, Ste 200, Baraboo, WI

About Jay

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

Englund & Law Offices handles all types of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors and drunk driving to homicides and white-collar crimes. The Firm takes pride in providing the best representation possible, tailored to the interests of each client.

80%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 21 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Englund & Associates Law Office, LLC

315 Broadway Street, Ste 200, Baraboo, WI, 53913

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Jay M. Englund's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

42 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 27 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Jim | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I could not have asked for a better attorney!

Jay was terrific from start to finish throughout my entire DWI-1 case. He laid out the entire process for me in the first call and he updated me promptly along the way. I never felt as though I was left in the dark concerning my fate and I never felt the need to check in on his progress. He felt conf...ident in my case and I believed him. It wasn't just lip service to get my business. Everything Jay told me that would happen did and I'm very grateful that I chose him as my attorney. I don't believe it would have gone as favorably with the few other attorneys I talked to in the beginning. Additionally, Jay's assistant Megan was very helpful. Anytime I ever needed anything clarified or had additional questions she would respond to me right away. I can't thank Jay and Megan enough for getting me through this nerve-racking process and I would recommend them 100% without hesitation to anyone else stuck in a similar situation.

Posted by Tiffany | February 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST LAWYER

Jay is the best lawyer I know. He reviewed my case and had it dismissed after the first court date. He does great work and goes for what you want. I would recommend him to anyone who is in trouble.

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The BEST!!

This past summer I found myself in a predicament I've never been in before. I had been arrested on battery charges. I had never been arrested in my life. It happened when I was on vacation so not being from the area made it even more scary. I qualified for a public defender, however, after one co...nversation with her, I realized she did not have my best interest in mind, and was potentially "overworked". I began a search for a lawyer who would make me and my clean record a priority. After calling a few lawyers, and not feeling satisfied, I read about Jay. I thought, okay, he sounds pretty good. I gave him a call and just one conversation with him put me at ease. Jay has done nothing but impressed me from day one. I hired him at the end of August 2015 and still deal with him currently. He was able to get the battery charge reduced to disorderly conduct and after a year, the whole thing is going to be dismissed due to signing a deferred prosecution agreement. This had been the most stressful time in my 35 years and Jay was by my side the whole entire time and still is. Each time I called Jay he was there for me. If he wasn't available at the moment, I was guaranteed a phone call back that day. Jay has become a great friend, and I couldn't even imagine what would have happened if I hadn't found him. I'd call him with rediculous questions and concerns sometimes and he'd always answer everything and never made me feel stupid or unimportant. Jay and his assistant, Megan are wonderful and I was definitely blessed to have them on my side. Jay is worth EVERY PENNY. I will always be thankful to Jay for what he's done for me and my family.

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest, hardworking, knowledgeable and driven.

Jay Englund is everything an attorney should be: honest, hardworking, knowledgeable and driven. Attorney Englund represented us in a classic case that normally results in an open-and-shut conviction. Throughout the case, he was clear and concise. Timely and thoughtful. Progressive and proactive. ...He kept us apprised on a regular basis, provided answers before we asked the questions, and from our first meeting, was extremely honest about the lengthy process, the expenses involved in pursuing the case, and the likelihood that we would lose. Using his experience and knowledge of the law, Jay was able to secure a pre-trial settlement involving no conviction. When we initially needed representation, an attorney friend of ours said, “Call Jay Englund. He’s the best.” It was excellent advice. Jay Englund went above and beyond - we highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The best of the best!

I cannot say enough good things about Jay! He is the best of the best! I was facing an OWI - 1st offense. I received the ticket due to leaving my home in which I had been the victim of domestic violence. I was very nervous about hiring an attorney for an OWI case, because most of the time I had heard... that you still face the charges in the end but I took my chances. Jay never once promised me the world like some attorneys do, he was very up front with me and kept me informed at every step of my case. He dug deep into all the facts and worked with me and the DA to resolve my case. Jay is one of the few attorneys that I know of that works for you! He does not sugar coat a thing…if you want someone that is honest, straight to the point, hardworking and the best then Jay is the attorney you must hire! I will be forever thankful for what Jay has done for me!

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Jay M. Englund's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erik Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jay is committed to getting the best possible outcome for his clients. His preperation and skill serves he and his clients well."

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Eric Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Englund and I practiced in the same firm for three years. After he founded his own firm, I have referred clients to him. Attorney Englund provides his clients with a straightforward, candid assessment of their matter, and skilled representation in Court."

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Christopher Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Attorney Englund to be very knowledgeable in the area of OWI defense. I have had in depth conversations with him regarding complex areas of OWI law and his understanding of strategy and defenses in this area is impressive."

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Cole Ruby

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jay is one of the hardest working and most intelligent, aggressive defense attorneys out there. A great guy to have on your side."

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Stephen Chiquoine

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Pemberton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been working with and referring criminal law clients to Jay for over 5 year. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Rising Star, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Star, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Owner, Englund & Associates Law Office, LLC

2011 - Present

Partner, Pemberton & Englund Law Offices, LLC

2004 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, City of Mauston and Village of Necedah

Associations

2007 - Present

Sauk County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Personal Injury Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Juneau County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2016 Jury Trial

Jury found my client "not guilty".

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Education

2004

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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