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Adam P. Nero
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Biography
Adam is the only attorney in western Wisconsin to focus his entire practice on the defense of OWI/DUI charges.
He has been invited to provide training on OWI/DUI litigation to national audiences through the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), as well as to statewide audiences at the Wisconsin OWI Defense Seminar and the State Public Defender Trial Skills Academy. He also serves as the Wisconsin state delegate to the National College for DUI Defense (NCDD). An authority on Wisconsin OWI/DUI laws, he has published related articles in the Wisconsin Law Journal in 2016 and 2017. He has twice completed the intensive curriculum in OWI/DUI defense at the National College for DUI Defense, held at Harvard Law School. Each year since 2018, he was selected as a SuperLawyers Rising Star, a distinction awarded only to 2.5% of lawyers in the State of Wisconsin.
Having now practiced in at least 60 Wisconsin counties, Adam would welcome the opportunity to defend OWI/DUI charges anywhere across the state.
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 11 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Nero DUI Defense, S.C.
130 South Barstow Street, Suite 2E, Eau Claire, WI, 54701
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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Mr.
Adam and his assistants were knowledgeable and advocated in my best interest throughout the whole case. They had my best interest at hand and were always available if I had any questions or needed additional council. It was comforting having a sound legal voice in my corner throughout and the case ...
Posted by Joshua | September 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Government
Drop a line or give this team a call if you find yourself in need.
Wonderful team that helped me greatly. I used their website to explain my case briefly and drop a line as it was at a time outside of business hours. I was contacted shortly thereafter and was thrilled to hear Mr. Nero would represent me. Mr. Nero is exactly what I wanted in an attorney. Government t...
Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Adam Nero - Incredible Lawyer - Highly Recommend
As an Illinois driver, I was charged with my first OWI in Wisconsin. IL treats out-of-state OWI convictions very harshly, with a lifetime revocation of driving privileges (minimum of 12 months for 1st conviction, but you need to reapply to get them back and that is a difficult process). I needed to...
Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very dedicated
I hired Adam after a very disappointing first lawyer who did nothing to help my case. He was able to reduce my sentence from 4 years in prison to 4.5 mos of house arrest. He worked tirelessly to find a way to reduce the charge and was extremely diligent in communicating with me throughout the proce...
Posted by Amber | August 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Best owi lawyer you could ask for
I was charged with my first owi and I was referred to Adam Nero. Why I was pulled over and after getting my BAC results I knew it was going to be a tough case to win. Adam Nero pulled it off. He worked so hard on my case and always kept me up to date on the progression of my case. He deserves more th...
Adam P. Nero's Lawyer Endorsements
"There are good attorneys and then there are great attorneys. Adam is a GREAT attorney. Time and time again he receives the two word "not guilty" verdict for his clients leaving his legal peers in awe of his talents. There is not an OWI lawyer I would trust more both as a human and as a counselor. Simply the best."
"Adam is heavily involved in criminal defense training seminars; always doing what it takes to give his clients the best representation possible. Although I'm located in Georgia, I won't hesitate to refer anyone who needs a Wisconsin lawyer to Adam. I endorse Adam's work."
"Atty. Nero is an insightful and courageous advocate who is zealous in his representation of clients."
"I endorse Adam Nero based upon my interactions with him concerning legal issues, having read his appellate briefs and recognizing his integrity and work ethic. He's a bright young attorney who already has the legal experience of more senior attorneys."
"Adam is a dedicated and smart attorney. His writing is terrific and he is passionate about defending the constitution and our clients rights. Adam puts together excellent, well-researched legal arguments. He also loves the Blue Book and citations, which makes his appellate work even better!"
"Back when I was a prosecutor, I worked both with and against Attorney Nero on multiple occasions, including a jury trial. He is passionate, persuasive, and very knowledgable. I strongly endorse him."
"Adam is everything you could ask for when seeking effective trial counsel. His passion for clients and their causes is truly impressive. He is the rare attorney that welcomes very difficult cases, and has the skill and determination to make a difference in them. His efforts have led to great victories for clients facing slim odds of success and heavy jail time. I strongly recommend Adam."
"Adam is an intelligent, dedicated, and talented advocate. He has all the right skills to give his clients the best representation possible, and his determination to succeed on their behalf is unparalleled."
"Adam is conscientious and thorough. I'm impressed with is ability to work with opposing counsel to resolve matters for his clients in the best and most private way possible. When this isn't possible, Adam is not afraid to fight for the rights of his clients in court. I proudly endorse this attorney."
"I have known Adam since law school. He excelled in the classroom as a student and continues to excel in the courtroom as an attorney. Were I to find myself on the receiving end of a criminal charge in Wisconsin, I'd be pleased to have Adam represent me."
"I have had the chance to work with and against Mr. Nero. He is an excellent attorney who fights hard for his clients."
"I know Adam to be a skilled attorney and an excellent peer resource. I recommend him to anyone with an OWI issue throughout the state of Wisconsin."
"Adam is a knowledgable, hardworking, and talented attorney. I whole-heartedly endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney at Law, Nelson Defense Group, LLC
2016 - 2017
Staff Attorney, Wisconsin State Public Defender
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Madison OWI Defense Firm
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseWisconsin State Delegate
2014 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - 2016
Dane County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationSecretary
Education
2014
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor, magna cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2022
Trial Skills Academy of the Wisconsin State Public Defender
Representing the Accused at Jury Trials
2022
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - North Dakota Public Defender Training
Winning Strategies in DUI Cases
2022
Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar
Disconnect & Defeat the Breath Test at Jury Trial
2022
Annual Conference of the Wisconsin State Public Defender
OWI Jury Trial Toolkit: Some Things to Take Home & Use
2021
Trial Skills Academy of the Wisconsin State Public Defender
Representing the Accused at Jury Trials
2021
Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar
Cross-examination of OWI/DUI Arresting Officer
2020
Trial Skills Academy of the Wisconsin State Public Defender
Representing the Accused at Jury Trials
2020
NACDL Mid-Winter Meeting
Challenging Warrantless Blood Draws & Implied Consent
2020
Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar
Cross-examination of OWI/DUI Arresting Officer
2019
Life is a Highway: Handling Traffic Cases in Wisconsin
DOT Administrative Review Hearings in OWI Cases
2019
Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar
Cross-examination of OWI/DUI Arresting Officer
2018
Annual Drunk Driving Defense Seminar
Cross-examination of OWI/DUI Arresting Officer
Publications
2017
Wisconsin Law Journal
State v. Howes: SCOW's Newest Rejection of McNeely
2016
Wisconsin Law Journal
Closing Arguments
2015
State Bar of Wisconsin publication
Practice 101: Making the Record
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is there any chance to reduce a 2nd offense OWI to a 2nd 1st offense OWI in La Crosse, WI?
21 Mar 2015
Q&A
What is the best defense for a 2nd offense OWi, in WI? I will be representing myself.
20 Feb 2015
Q&A
I received my first dui and have a clean record. I am wondering if I need a lawyer.
15 Feb 2015