Joel D. Schlitz

Looking at jail time and loosing my job plus more with a 3rd OWI Charge. Reviewed other attorneys and came across Joel and chose him. He was excellent and very good communicator and always answered my calls or called back in a reasonable time. It is not just the court stuff but also the DMV issues th...at is good to get answered about too, which Joel answered for me with clarity. He carefully reviewed my case and previous OWIs for any potential issues. He is an expert about Collateral Attack defense for OWI cases. He did not use this defense in my case but was able to leverage the possibility and lower my offense to a 2nd OWI. I received the bare minimum fine and punishment of a 2nd OWI too. From where I started the day after getting charged to meeting Joel has been huge in overcoming this difficult situation. With positive results day by day working with Joel. I would highly recommend Joel and at the very least contact him about your Legal problems, if you don't need an Attorney. I am sure Joel would be the first person to let you know and provide the reason why you do or don't need legal representation. Thank you, Joel!!!!

I was in a predicament with multiple DUIs but I saw an opportunity to get it down to a 1st offense. After consulting with several attorneys about my situation, Joel was the only one that gave me hope we could get it down to a 1st offense. I hired Joel and he was able to get me the best possible outco...me and down to the 1st offense. He is experienced and well respected in the courtroom. I would recommend.

I was pulled over for a DWI and also charged with "intent to sell THC." While the Assistant DA was "slow-to-respond," Joel's persistence eventually lead to a plea agreement which included several charges being dismissed, and two counts of THC possession (a misdemeanor). The DA also reduced my blood...-alcohol charge (avoiding a vehicle interlock requirement). I believe it is largely Joel's integrity and reputation within the courts that helped both the DA and the Judge to see my case for what it was (and wasn't). While this has cost me a bundle both financially, professionally, and personally, I firmly believe that I received the most lenient sentence possible given the original charges. This has been an extremely difficult time for me and my family. Not only has Joel been accessible and responsive, he has also treated me with respect, understanding, and compassion - having a friend and confidant in my corner has meant the world to me!

Joel helped me on my 3rd o.w.i., he was very comforting as I put myself into a bad situation. Joel was ALWAYS available when I needed to talk about my case and if he wasn't instantly available he was prompt in returning my calls. He seemed to have a good reputation with both the judge and the prosecu...tion and was very respected by them. If I ever need legal help or consultation in the future Mr. Schlitz will be my first call!!!