Christopher Allan Doerfler

Christopher Allan Doerfler

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at La Crosse, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family ... +2 more

125 N. 4th Street, La Crosse, WI

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Experienced, assertive criminal defense litigator.

29 years | 2,500 cases

50%
Personal Injury 20%

29 years | 100 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 28 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1997

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 28 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1997

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Doerfler Law Firm, LLC

125 N. 4th Street, La Crosse, WI, 54601

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Christopher Allan Doerfler's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2010

First attorney EVER to put my concern above MONEY

Contacted Mr. Doerfler to simply ask a question. He is the first of several attorneys I have contacted in the past to EVER return contact without the promise of the almighty dollar. Researched my question, promptly returned contact with sound advice.

Christopher Doerfler

Replied last March 22, 2010

Thank you so much for your kind words! Chris badgerlawyer.com

Posted by Travis | October 5, 2009

Excellent!

I started out with several false allegations including two felonies and several other misdemeanors. I had a very kind lawyer starting but soon realized that being kind was not going to cut it. Not only that but I could never reach her and felt as though my case was being left on the desk. Chris wa...s recommended to me by the WI State Bar. I first contacted him when seeking representation for a civil suit resulting from false allegations that I was currently fighting. I soon learned that Chris was not just another "money hungry" big city lawyer..I began hours of research before calling him and soon decided to give him a call. He sat down with me at no cost and was straight forward with the seriousness of the alleged charges. What started out to be just a consultation about a possible civil suit turned into a substitute of counsel of Chris for my previous lawyer in my criminal case as well. I am a VERY demanding client, especially in the situation I was in and Chris kept me 100% informed and took every last one of my concerns into careful consideration. I went from having a lawyer whom I could not contact for the life of me, to having a wonderful lawyer who would respond to my e-mails within minutes every-time! I myself had lost hope of my dream to become a lawyer due to my false allegations and Chris turned that around for me. Not only did he use his aggressive and highly intellectual style to get my false allegations dismissed, but also has taught me a lot about my future career path. I feel as though I not only have began to get my life back but have also made a friend and mentor as well. We have a long path ahead with my civil suit an, but I have deep faith in Chris helping me to achieve the best possible result for my future. Before you lose hope....call Chris!

Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2009

An Attorney you can count on for professionalism plus caring and concern.

We met Chris and had the opportunity to benefit from from his services several years ago, and he has remained both a friend and our attorney ever since. Chris is a caring person and took control of our case with not only excellent knowledge and professionalism, but with honest care and concern for u...s personally as well as our situation. When we first met Chris, my husband had a serious problem that could have had a horrible outcome. Chris kept my husband's spirits up and kept me, the wife, totally informed of every step of the way. No matter how serious the situation seemed, Chris met each challenge with confidence and the knowledge to bring our case to a perfect outcome. We highly recommend Chris. We don't know how to sing his praises high enough! We hope that we never have to go through the situation we did, but should something similar ever arise again, or we need an attorney for any reason again, Chris will be the first person we call on. Sometimes trying to find an attorney can be difficult as they all say the same things on initial meetings because they want your business. When you meet Chris for the first time, you will immediately see the difference between Chris and all of the others and you will know you don't need to look any further, Chris is the attorney you need to get the job done.

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2009

Saved the Day for Us

Chris came into a messy, hopeless looking situation in a long drawn out lawsuit and turned it around for us. He stopped us from getting run over in court and stood up for us in a way no previous lawyer had done. My past experience with lawyers had not been the most positive, with most of them just wa...nting to make a deal at my expense. Chris wasn't afraid togo to court and fight for us. We now are getting to open our business back up and that is thanks to him. He always returned our calls and e-mails and kept us informed all a long the way. I have been told to never trust a lawyer, but I trust this one. I would send anyone his way that needed a top notch lawyer on their side.

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2009

current client

we have yet to conclude my case, however, I have confidence in Mr. Doerfler and I trust him. He's always a step ahead of the other side.

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Scott Silva

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris has an impressive resume and is a prolific contributor to this site. His answers are always helpful, informative, and intelligent. He clearly cares about his clients."

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Philip Overcash

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is one of the most creative attorneys with whom I have ever worked. Chris and I worked closely together on numerous cases in Arizona, and I remain amazed at his ability to effortlessly devise persuasive arguments for nearly any legal conundrum. I would highly and unquestionably recommend Chris to resolve any legal problem with which you may be faced."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Doerfler Law Firm, LLC

2000 - 2005

Associate, Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C.

1997 - 2000

Staff Attorney, Maricopa County Public Defender

Associations

2007 - Present

La Crosse County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

2005 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Pacheco

144 year prison sentence overturned!

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Education

1997

University of Wisconsin

Law

1992

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2005

JS&H Annual Update on the Law

White Collar Crime & Parallel Proceedings

2004

The Criminal trial, Start to Finish

Criminal Trial Advocacy

2003

Current Topics in Education Law

Topics in Education Law, No Child Left Behind

Publications

2009

La Crosse Magazine How Can You Defend Those People?

2009

La Crosse Magazine Why Do Lawyers Cost So Much?

Languages

English

Activity

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