Christopher Michael Zachar

Christopher Michael Zachar

also known as Zachar Law Office, LLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at La Crosse, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime ... +2 more

201 Main Street, Suite 210, La Crosse, WI

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

Full-time criminal defense attorney covering the entire spectrum of Wisconsin criminal cases. We handle all criminal charges in Wisconsin including crimes of violence, domestic violence, drug offenses, child abuse, DNR offenses, probation revocations, drunk driving/OWI, financial and property crimes, sexual offenses, and homicide.

19 years | 3,000 cases

40%
Sex Crime 20%

I have handled hundreds of sexual offenses and regularly defend clients charged with sexual assault, sexual assault of a child, sexual assault of intoxicated or impaired persons, lewd and lascivious conduct, and possession of child pornography.

19 years

20%
Violent Crime 20%

I have represented hundreds of clients charged with violent offenses ranging from simple battery to first degree intentional homicide. We are skilled in presenting self-defense claims to prosecutors, judges and juries and litigating false allegations throughout Wisonsin.

19 years

20%
Child Abuse 10%

I have represented many clients charged with causing physical and emotional abuse to children with significant success.

19 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

I have represented hundreds of juvenile clients charged with serious offenses and with excellent results.

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Zachar Law Office, LLC

201 Main Street, Suite 210, La Crosse, WI, 54601

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Christopher Michael Zachar's Reviews

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Posted by Dylan | March 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exemplary

Throughout the process, Mr. Zachar maintained a friendly and compassionate demeanor, which greatly alleviated the stress I felt during such a difficult time. His approachable nature made it easy for me to ask questions and voice my concerns, and he always took the time to ensure I understood my opti...ons. If anyone is in need of a lawyer who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely cares about his clients, I wholeheartedly recommend Chris Zachar. He is truly an exceptional advocate who fights diligently for his clients' best interests.

Posted by Jordan | July 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

Chris was a wonderful lawyer. It’s clear when you get into the court room that he took the time to understand the whole story to whatever charges you are facing. He also gets to know you as a person, and uses this as leverage to help defend you in your case. I was facing about a dozen felonies, ...and by the time of my sentencing I was only found guilty of two of them and the sentence I got was much shorter than the prosecutor was looking for. The whole time he told me that his favorite part of his job was seeing his clients succeed after their whole court process was behind them. I’ve been out of prison 3 years now and I haven’t had any violations or new charges since, I attribute a lot of my positive outlook to how much he fought for and believed in my success. Definitely would recommend to any one seeking legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you, Chris!

I hired Chris for a recent criminal case. I was more than a little worried about the whole situation going into our consultation, but Chris instantly put me at ease with his expertise on the matter as well as his familiarity with dealing with similar cases. Upon hiring him, Chris quickly got to work ...and was able to give me a beneficial resolution within a couple of weeks. I couldn't recommend him more highly.

Posted by Danielle | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thanks Chris

I loved Chris. I got him as a public defender on a criminal case and I have to say I am very happy with his representation. I would hire him off the street. He did more for me then Chris Doerfler of Badger lawyer did for me for 5000. Zachar actually did his job and took it seriously. He definitely we...nt to bat for me and got me an amazing outcome considering the circumstances. He treated me as a person not a criminal and in the end we got the law changed.

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Christopher Michael Zachar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nick Passe

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is one of the most analytical and scholarly criminal defense attorneys in southwest Wisconsin. He made his early-career reputation as an assistant public defender for many years and in the Mitrel Anderson homicide trial in particular, achieving a not guilty jury verdict on a charge which would have put the defendant away for 30+ years. Now in private practice, he is able to bring his wealth of knowledge and experience to his private clients' cases."

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Cole Ruby

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the privilege of knowing Chris since law school. He's a phenomenal attorney--tenacious, hard-working, highly intelligent, and he truly cares about the people he represents. If I was ever charged with a crime, he'd be one of the first attorneys I'd call."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Martin Hanson Advocate Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2019

Martin Hanson Advocate Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2015

Martin Hanson Advocate Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2007

Order of the Coif, University of Wisconsin

Work Experience

2007 - 2016

Assistant State Public Defender, Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

2017 - Present

La Crosse County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

La Crosse Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Not Guilty: Sexual Assault/Incest/Exposing Minor

Not guilty verdict

Not Guilty - First Degree Intentional Homicide

Not guilty verdict

Not guilty verdict: Attempted first degree intentional homicide

Not guilty verdict

Not guilty verdict: Felony sexual assault

Not guilty verdict

Not Guilty Verdict: Second Degree Sexual Assault

Not guilty verdict

OWI - Evidence Suppressed and Case Dismissed

Case dismissed

First Degree Reckless Homicide - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Child abuse - Not Guilty Verdict

Not guilty verdict

Healthcare provider prescription violations: Case dismissed

Case dismissed

Post-conviction win: sentence reduced from prison to time served

Case reopened on appeal; prison sentence eliminated

First Degree Sexual Assault

Not guilty verdict

First Degree Intentional Homicide

Not guilty verdict

First Degree Sexual Assault

Not guilty verdict

Drugs and Gun Suppressed

Evidence suppressed & case dismissed

Child Sexual Assault-Client exonerated

Charges dismissed

Sexual Assault confession suppressed - avoided life sentence

Treatment in mental health facility

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Education

2007

University of Wisconsin Law School

J.D.

2004

Gustavus Adolphus College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2019

La Crosse County Bar Association

Other Acts Evidence

2018

Legal Action of Wisconsin: Family Law Training

Social Media Evidence

2018

Forum on Marijuana legalization

Legalities of Marijuana Legalization

2017

State Public Defender Electronic Training Litigating Daubert and Other Pretrial Motions on Forensic Science

2017

2017 Wisconsin State Public Defender's Conference Litigating Sexual Assault Nurse Examinations (SANE)

2013

Wisconsin State Public Defender Conference

Hearsay Exceptions for the Defense Investigator

Publications

2018

Zachar Law Office Website A Narc with a Bark

2018

Zachar Law Office Website The types of felony drug investigations

Languages

English

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