Harry R. Hertel

Harry R. Hertel

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Eau Claire, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

4330 Golf Terrace, Suite 108, Eau Claire, WI

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 49 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1976

Good Standing

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Location

Hertel Law S,C.

4330 Golf Terrace, Suite 108, Eau Claire, WI, 54701-7984

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Posted by Jeremy | December 19, 2013

I couldn't be more impressed

Harry did a fantastic job on my case. He went the extra mile when most attorneys wouldn't take the time to do so. I felt he truly cared about me and my well being and I really could count on him. Anytime I needed him or his staff they were there or got back to me very quickly. They took the time to g...et to know me and my case on a personal level and I wasn't "just another file folder in the drawer" If your needing an attorney don't hesitate! Make him your first choice you won't regret it.

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Harry R. Hertel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Moertel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Schilling

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry hired me as an associate when I was fresh out of law school, and was a great mentor. We still practice law in the same community but in different areas of the law. I have no hesitation referring clients to Harry because I know he not only knows the law, but is creative, and cares about his clients."

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Emily Long

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Harry cares very deeply about each and every client. This passion, combined with his vast experience, is what gets him excellent results."

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Henry Schultz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Harry over 35 years. In that time he has always shown himself to be a brilliant and aggressive criminal defense lawyer. Just as important, he is passionate about his client's and their cases. He is one of the very best. Someone I would recommend to a friend or love one in a second."

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Sarah Harless

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Harry is an excellent attorney. He cares about his clients and works hard for them. Harry is extremely knowledgeable and always goes the extra mile for his clients."

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Michael Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Harry is an excellent attorney. He cares for his client's and their cases. He is empathetic to them while at the same time being an aggressive advocate for them. He is not afraid to try a case. He is an excellent trial attorney. As we are both in the same town, when conflicts arise we refer cases to one another. Also, we confer with one another often. I trust his opinion."

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Mark Gherty

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Harry for the past 26 years. We served together on the Board of Directors the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and as Past-Presidents.. We have taught together at several seminars. We have served as opposing attorneys in several civil matters. Harry is innovative, imaginative, and always prepared."

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Stephen Meyer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Emily Long

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jill Schilling

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Mark Nielsen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Henry Schultz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Henak

Appeals lawyer

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William Mansell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Theodore Hertel

Probate lawyer

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Mark Gherty

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sarah Harless

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Martin Hanson Advocate Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2012

Excellence in Service Award, University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire

2007

Certificate of Appreciation, State Bar of Wisconsin

1997

Outstanding Achievement Award, State of Wiscoinsn State Public Defender Board

1997

Cetificate of Appreciation, Eau Claire City Council

1990

Presidential Recogition Award, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

1988

Mover and Shaker Award, Leadership Eau Claire--Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce

1976

National Second Place-Client Counsling Competition, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney Shareholder, Hertel Law, S.C.

2006 - Present

Court Commissioner, Eau Claire County Circuit Court

1982 - Present

Legal Services Attorney, University of Wisconsin Eau Claire

1996 - 2012

Attorney Shareholder, Hertel & Gibbs, S.C.

1985 - 1996

Attorney Shareholder, Hertel, White & Schilling, S.C.

1984 - 1985

Associate Attorney, Guelzow, Senteney, Carson, White & Hertel, Ltd.

1981 - 1984

Attorney Partner, Mittelstadt and Hertel

1976 - 1981

Attorney Partner, Rogers and Hertel

Associations

2013 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice f/k/a Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers

Board Member

2000 - Present

Center Ice Club Foundation

Member, Board of Directors

1998 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - Present

Chippewa County Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member, Boatrd of Directors

1981 - Present

Eau Claire County Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice f/k/a Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

1976 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2004 - 2007

State Bar of Wisconsin Group & Prepaid Legal Services Committee

Member

2004 - 2005

Center Ice Club Foundation Board of Directors

President

2003 - 2004

Center Ice Club Foundation

Vice President

2001 - 2003

State of Wisconsin State Public Defender Board

Vice Chairman

1995 - 2003

State of Wisconsin State Public Defender Board

Member, Board of Directors

1994 - 1995

Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce Insurance Committee

Member

1993 - 1995

Eau Claire County Bar Association, Program/Meeting Committee

Co--Chairman

1992 - 1997

City of Eau Claire Cable TV Advisory Committee

Chairman

1992 - 1995

Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce Milwaukee Brewers Banquet Committee

Member

1989 - 1990

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

1989 - 1990

Eau Claire Hmong Mutual ASsistance

Member, Board of Directors

1987 - 1989

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Amicus Curiae Committee

Amicus Committee Member

1985 - 1987

Eau Claire County Bar Associatin Pro Bono Legal Assistance Committee

Co-Chairman

1985 - 1986

Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers n/k/a Wisconsin Association for Justice

Member, Constitutional Challenge Committee

1985 - 1986

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Vice President

1982 - 1989

Bolton Refuge House for Domestic Abuse Victims

Member, Board of Directors

1976 - 1981

Lincoln County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Robert F. Wanish vs James A. Christians et al., Chippewa County Case 11 CV 79

The jury awarded the client $403,750 after reduction for 15% negligence.

State of Wisconsin vs Jess Richard Carsello, Washburn County Case 2010 CF 64

The client was found not gulty.

State vs Lionel Anderson, Supreme Court review reported at 2006 WI 77, 291 Wis. 2d 663, 717 N.W. 2d 74

The Supreme Court reversed the client's felony conviction, and after remand to Circuit Court, the case was dismissed and the client released from custody.

Urmanski vs Town of Bradley, appeal reported at @ 2000 WI App 141, 327 @is. 2d 545, 613 N.W. 2d 905

The Circuit Court and Court of Appeals upheld the client's exotic dancing ordinance

Steven Ludwig v Donald Dulian et al., appeal reported at 217 Wis. 2d 782, 579 N.W. 2d 795 (Ct. App., 1998)

The Court of Appeals ruled that the jury verdict should be sustained, the judge was overruled, and we collected policy limits.

James Hulbert vs Richard Wilhelm et al., Western DIstrict Federal Court; appeal reported in 120 F. 3d 648 (7th Cir., 1997)

The jury granted the client damages of $100,000, and after the verdict was affirmed on appeal, the defendants were ordered to pay actual attorney fees and costs incurred in the trial and appeal.

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Education

1976

U Of Wisconsin

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Carroll College Waukesha, WI

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1970

Free University of Berlin

1967

West Milwaukee High School

Speaking Engagements

2011

"Criminal Defense 2011: Meeting the Challenges in Changing Times"

"The New Concealed Carry Law"

2005

"Collateral Damage: Real World Consequences for Your Client . . .lof the Arrest, Charge, or Conviction"

"Getting Sued After Being Tattooed--Issue Preclusion"

2004

"Trauma Tactics 2004"

"EMS Documentation and the Law"

2000

"Hot Topics in Wisconsin School Law"

"Broken Laws, Broken Trust"

2000

"Cyber Crime and Cyber Evidence"

"The Law and Ethics of Cyper Crime"

1990

Law School Educational Program

General Practice Course--Criminal Law

1986

Law School Educational Program

General Practice Course--Criminal Law

1982

Law School Educational Program

General Practice Course--Criminal Law

Languages

English

German

Activity

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