Cole J. White

Cole J. White

4.7
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Green Bay, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Employment & Labor

425 S. Adams St., Suite 202, Green Bay, WI

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 12 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2013

Disciplinary Suspension

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

White Law Offices, LLC.

425 S. Adams St., Suite 202, Green Bay, WI, 54301

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Cole J. White's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joyce | August 20, 2014 | Employment & Labor

The Best!

I was fired from my job after about eight months due to discrimination. I spoke to a few other attorneys and I felt like no one really cared about what I was going through. I was referred to Mr. White by a friend who had hired Cole on a different type of case and he was very impressed by him. From th...e minute I sat down in his office I felt like Cole really cared about helping ME. He took a lot of time to listen and to explain things to me about the law and was very informed about the law. He took my case and I immediately felt like things were going to be ok. He was available to take my calls, texts and emails and was always quick to get back to me. He always gave me the info I needed to be informed about my case. Eventually, he was able to secure a settlement from my former boss that was many times over what I would have made if I stayed at the job. By the end of the case I felt like Cole wasn't just my lawyer but a good friend. I'd recommend Cole to any one. If you want a lawyer that really cares and fights hard and gets results, this is the guy!

Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Home with my kids because of cole

Cole took on my case after other lawyers told me I just needed to take the deal the DA was offering, which was five years in prison. He took his time to understand the case and the facts and to make sure I understood what the law was. He was available to me all the time and got back to me really qui...ck when I had some questions. He faught for me and that was important and he was right there with me. When we went to trial he was prepared he asked awesome questions and really showed the cops were lying about things. I went home to my kids and girlfriend that day. This man is awesome.

Posted by Thomas | February 27, 2014

Very friendly, and helpful. Willing to go the extra mile!

Cole White was very helpful in every aspect that I needed from him. Always tried to have time for me, and if he didn't he was back to me in a hurry. I had no question go unanswered and learned a lot from the man. I trust Cole with any kind of problem I may have. Always willing to help and go even fu...rther into the problem to help more. He knows his laws and follows them to the T. Look no further he's the attorney for you. Thanks Cole.

Posted by Noreen | October 21, 2013 | Criminal Defense

EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE, TRUSTWORTHY AND INFORMATIVE

Unfortunately our son has had a few brushes with the law. We hired Cole for his revocation hearing, as we wanted to make sure it would be handled fairly and the rights of our son upheld. Cole had represented our son for his OWI and we were so impressed with how well he handled that case and how he ...kept us informed as to what was taking place. Any time he saw our son, he would call, text or email to let us know how our son was doing, as he was in jail and we lived a distance away. The judicial system can be quite confusing, not consistent across the board and a hearing can happen so fast that my husband and I would look at each other and ask, "what just happened." We never had that experience with Cole. He met with, or contacted us before every court hearing, to explain what to expect. He would explain something, then say, "what that means is....". He would do the same after the hearing to make sure we all understood what the outcome was. Our son doesn't trust easily, but he trusted Cole. That was because Cole treated him like a human being and not a criminal. He would first, get to know him. We were surprised at how often he would go see him. He actually cared for his client. He explained to him his options, discussed it together and worked out the best options. Cole never gave him false hope but was honest and upfront with his situation. Cole did his leg work. He took the time to get the information he needed to represent our son to the fullest. I don't now how many times Cole contacted us with questions about our son, his past experience, his struggles....anything that would help him get to know him better. We were never in the dark, never left feeling like questions were unanswered. Cole made it very clear from the start that he was not only there for our son, but also our family, as we tried to deal with the situation. Watching Cole in the court room was impressive. He was confident, knowledgeable and powerfully represented our son's civil rights. There is no doubt in our minds that no other attorney could have represented our son any better. We would refer Cole to anyone, with great confidence. Thank you Cole.

Posted by Mary | October 21, 2013 | Drug Crime

THOROUGH, TRUSTWORTHY AND PROFESSIONAL. NO SECOND GUESSING THIS LAWYER.

I hired Mr. White to defend my son who was facing some pretty serious drug charges. I was overwhelmed with what he was facing and suffice it say, coming undone. From my first meeting with Mr. White, my anxiety subsided. He spent a rather sufficient amount of time with me explaining just exactly what... my son was facing and laid it out in language I could understand. He quelled my fears and gave me some rock solid advice on which direction to go. My sons anxiety level came down several notches after speaking to Mr. White and has been able to get focused and make some very positive changes in his life. Attorney White looked at every angle imaginable and has been fighting for my sons civil rights from the beginning. I have complete trust in his work and not for one second have I second guessed his strategy. If you want a fighter for your rights, I would highly recommend Mr. White to defend you or your loved one.

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Cole J. White's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin Van Severen

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Cole on criminal defense matters in the past and have seen him advocating for the rights of the accused in courts throughout Wisconsin. He defends his clients with true professionalism and vigor. I highly recommend him."

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Adam Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney White is dedicated and thorough and provides his clients with top rate representation. I have referred cases to him in the past and will continue to do so in the future."

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Derek Hawkins

Unknown lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Cole is a consummate professional highly dedicated to his craft, and highly efficient in his approach. He is loyal, trustworthy, and treats all his clients with the highest level of respect while providing a level of expertise that is hard to match. It will serve you well to retain his services."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Matthew Meyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I've had the opportunity to work with Mr. White on numerous occasions. I wholeheartedly endorse him for any of your legal needs in Green Bay and Milwaukee, WI."

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Benjamin Van Severen

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Suspension issued in WI, 2020

updated on 03/10/2021

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in WI, 2019

updated on 12/17/2019

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2013

National Mediation Award, Abrams National Mediation Competition

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney/Founder, White Law Offices, LLC.

2013 - 2013

Mediator, United States Eeoc

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Birdsall Law Offices Sc

2012 - 2012

Bankruptcy Intern, Legal Aid Society Of Milwaukee

2011 - 2012

Legal Intern, Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2009

Communications Manager, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide

Associations

2013 - Present

Milwaukee Bar Association, Criminal Section

2013 - Present

Brown County Bar Association

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

State Bar of Wisconsin

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. White

Charges reduced and client released with time served.

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Education

2012

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Oneida Nation Tribal Youth Summit

Police Encounters

Publications

2012

Bay Cities Magazine Managing Diversity Issues in the Modern Workplace

Languages

English

Activity

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