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Eric P. Pitsch
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Biography
I am a graduate of Appleton East High School, a local that has been around the Fox Valley area and Wisconsin his entire life. I have studied extensively, including over seas at Oxford University - Magdalen College and in Florence, Italy as well.
Beyond that, I am just the average guy who likes to hunt, fish and golf as much as possible. I enjoy traveling, reading, writing, watching the Packers and Brewers. I own a law firm in Appleton, Wisconsin and teach for Cardinal Stritch University on the side here at the local tech.
I'm an approachable guy who is relaxed and enjoys helping people. I volunteer my time and assist people in the local community on a regular basis. I make time for my clients at nights and on weekends because I know that times are tough in this economy and people are busy working during the days and have difficult time taking off to visit with their attorney.
Please feel free to contact me if you need assistance.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
88%
23 years
Criminal Defense
10%
23 years
Divorce and Separation
1%
23 years
Personal Injury
1%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 23 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Pitsch Law Offices, LLC
614 N. Oneida St., Appleton, WI, 54911
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Eric P. Pitsch's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 23 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Nick S. | May 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Don't waste your money
Eric and his office are disorganized and uncommunicative. Impossible to get responses from emails or voicemail. After his secretary told me the plea deal would be signed and sent that day, and I would not need to attend the hearing, Eric Pitsch threatened to withdraw from my case and have a warrant f...
Eric Pitsch
Replied last May 31, 2024All clients have my personal cell phone number to call me 24/7, as well as my office number to get a hold of our staff anytime. Criminal cases can't be settled out of court by stipulation. You have to be in court before a judge. Sometimes judges will, however, permit you to appear out of court by Zoom. But, you still have to appear by calling in. Negotiated Plea forms can be signed and sent in stating a plea offer from the prosecutor was received. That doesn't negate the need for a hearing before a judge, however. All of this is communicated multiple times to all clients and is in letters sent to clients also. If an Attorney offers to withdraw because you seem unhappy, he is informeing you of your legal options, which he should do. If you choose for him to do that but you aren't in court, a judge could issue a warrant because you're not in court. Telling you that is again informing you of what could happen in that moment. Asking you alternatively if you simply want to try to get the matter rescheduled is again asking for your input while giving you more options. None of that is a threat. Attorneys can't issue a warrant, only a judge can. Typically, when someone has confusion, it's because they don't ask questions, misinterpret things, skim through things without trying to understand, rush through materials, don't read letters sent to them, or simply brush things off. This often leads to their confusion and mistakes. Most people do their part, stay in contact, ask questions, and are great. But, there are always some who will have a more External Locus of Control, and when things don't go their way they become defensive, lash out, misinterpret things, blame others, or get a sense of buyers remorse, rather than take personal responsibility, and try to hurt others...often using defamatory or untrue statements, or things taken out of context. Confirmation Bias is a logical fallacy wherein someone cherry picks, oftentimes out of context, bits of information to confirm beliefs they have or conclusions they want to find to support their beliefs, even when doing so distorts the truth. We encourage all clients to keep in touch regularly, ask questions, don't procrastinate, stay on top of reading our letters, and utilize all resources we provide.
Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Job!!
He got my case dismissed! He was always there to answer my questions. He did everything he said he would do. He fought for me and I really appreciate that.
Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Worthless
Never did what he said he would do. Just sat behind his desk eating non-stop. Extremely unprofessional.
Eric Pitsch
Replied last May 31, 2024If you'd like to identify yourself, I can address any issue there might be. However, this might just be another anonymous competitor making more fake reviews. I do what I say, don't eat at my desk, etc. So, this info is false.
Posted by Curt | August 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rip-off
He did not spend more than an hour on my case so tell me why he kept my entire $2000 retainer
Eric Pitsch
Replied last August 19, 2020Looks like a competitor writing a fake review. I don't charge that amount or have a client by that name.
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Money ain't everything!!
Not worth the extra money!! Just get a lesser charging one. Would have ended up with same outcome for less money.
Eric P. Pitsch's Lawyer Endorsements
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"A Client who works with Attorney Pitsch, can relax and feel at ease knowing he has someone in his corner who will be fighting for the best possible outcome in his matter. A great choice at an affordable fee."
"Attorney Pitsch knows the law and how to use it to help his client. I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Pitsch is one of the Great Ones. Clients choose him for his intelligence and compassion, and refer others to him because of his ability and success. Anyone in need of a Criminal Defense attorney in the Appleton and surrounding areas of Wisconsin... would be wise to seek out his Firm. I am pleased to endorse Attorney Pitsch."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel
2016
Criminal Law - State Level Crimes, Lead Counsel
2016
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
10 Best - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2015
Spot Light, Post Crescent
2015
Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO
2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Certificate, National College for DUI Defense
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Rising Star, Milwaukee Magazine
2013
Best of Appleton - Counselor, Best of
2013
Superior DUI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Firm Spotlight, Post Crescent
2008
Certificate of Achievement - Citizen's Academy, Appleton Police Department
2008
Acheivement, Citizens Police Academy
2002
Acknowledgement, Cambridge Who's Who
2002
LItigation Certificate of Achievement, Western Michigan
2000
Book Award - Negotiations, Univerisity San Diego Law School
2000
International Comparative Criminal Law, University of San Diego
2000
International Comparative Intellectual Property, University of San Diego
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Attorney, Pitsch Law Offices, LLC
2003 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Cardinal Stritch University
2006 - 2010
Substitute Corporation Counsel, Calument Corporation Counsel
2002 - 2003
Associate, Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP
Associations
2014 - Present
WACDLMember
2014 - Present
NACDLMember
2014 - Present
NAFDDMember
2013 - Present
Appleton Yacht ClubBoating Member
2013 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2003 - Present
U.S. District Court, Western District of WisconsinMember
2002 - Present
Wisconsin State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Outagamie County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of WisconsinMember
2001 - Present
Federalist SocietyMember
2006 - 2011
Rotary InternationalMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. V*****
Won during trial
State v. S*****
won at trial
State v. V*****
Won at trial
State v B*****
Dismissed before trial
City v. P*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. L*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. G*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. H*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. D*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. F*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. D*****
Dismissed before trial
State v. P*****
Dismissed before trial
County v. A*****
Dismissed before trial
And many, many more
Dismissed before trial or at trial
Education
2002
Western Michigan University
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
MA - Masters
1997
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Inter-office law update lecture
Criminal Law & Drunk Driving
2011
Criminal Defense & Practice
Criminal Practice A-Z
2009
Criminal Defense Practice
Handling Criminal Misdemeanors A-Z
2006
Annual Conference
People With Mental Illness And Their Struggles Through The Legal System
2005
Career Options Conference
Presentation on Worker's Compensation
Publications
2003
1st Books Library
Lawyers, Mental Health Professional & the Legal System: A look at the
2001
Austrialian Journal of Clinical Hypnotherapy &
Effects of Locus of Control, Hypnotizability,
2001
Thomas M. Cooley Law
Hypnosis and the Law
1999
11th Annual School of Education Research Conference
Hypnotizability, locus of control, and hypnotic scripting, and gender
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I'm 16 and my boyfriend is 21. Is it illegal for us to continue to date and hang out if there is no sexual intercourse involved?
21 Mar 2016
Q&A
Can I get around the no contact order without have to wait to go to court?
17 Mar 2016
Q&A
Can I request to read these character letters that were submitted?
16 Mar 2016