Amy L. Menzel

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Amy L. Menzel

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Neenah, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family

675 Deerwood Ave, Neenah, WI

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
Personal Injury 30%

30%
Family 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 19 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2006

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hammett, Bellin & Oswald LLC

675 Deerwood Ave, Neenah, WI, 54956-1629

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Hammett, Bellin & Oswald, LLC

3650 West Spencer Street, Appleton, WI, 54913

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Online Presence

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Amy L. Menzel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matt | December 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

5/5 Would recommend!

I would strongly recommend Amy Menzel to anyone seeking the best of the best. Amy was very good at communicating me even outside of business hours with answers to any questions I may of had. She was very thorough in explaining every step of my court appearances and when explaining things she was ve...ry patient with me. From start to finish I am super pleased with her and her services. Worth every penny!

Posted by Vichai | December 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST LAWYER OUT THERE!!

Attorney Menzel have helped me out so much and have helped me stayed out of jail from having potentially 40 years down to just 3 years worth of probation. She's a lawyer that cares for you and wants to work with you to help you out the best she can. The law firm and everyone in it was very polite and... respectful towards me and I felt comfortable at all times being there. I would recommend this place to anyone who is in need of a lawyer.

Posted by Steve D. | June 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I truly could not have asked for more from a lawyer!!!

I had never been accused or charged with any criminal offense, so you can probably guess that I was 100% inexperienced, concerned, nervous, and every other fitting word you can think of. I actually forgot to send my written side of the story for her to better understand, in order to give her the best... possible chance to have a positive outcome from the District Attorney's office. I felt I was innocent of any wrongdoing, and that perhaps the police may have even violated some of my rights ( which I didn't know enough about the laws to accurately make a firm assertation at the time). Amy listened, understood, and contacted the DA's office. When she heard back from them, they made an offer to lower it to a city citation. She remembered that I could lose my business insurance, so she contacted them. They understood that I am not a potential threat to anyone, and dropped the charges and citation completely. She was more efficient and concise than I could have imagined!

Posted by Priscilla | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Open and honest

Amy has been great! She was always up front and open about everything pertaining to my case. When I hired her, DA Pete Hahn wanted me to sit 3 years and an additional 3 years on probation. This was absurd considering my crimes and Amy agreed and fought to show the court who I was. Amy was always avai...lable and very thorough and I appreciate her more than she probably knows.

Posted by Joshua | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very professional

Hired Mrs. Menzel to help with a sentence modification. She was able to get the modification done in one hearing with a Judge that I didn’t feel would go in my favor. Mrs. Menzel is very professional and knows how the judges are and plans accordingly. I really wish I had hired her when I was dealing ...with my case back in 2015. If your looking for an attorney that will fight for you and get the best results, I would personally recommend Mrs. Menzel. Well worth the money and it’s the standard rate for any attorney and will be well spent money to have her fighting for you.

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Amy L. Menzel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristen Scheuerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I went to undergrad with Amy and reconnected with her when she went into private practice. She has a wealth of courtroom experience but also has an incredible ability to connect with her clients. Amy and I frequently appear together on a local radio show aimed at education with respect to the law. Amy is knowledgeable and honest and compassionate, which are ideal qualities to make her a very competent and effective lawyer."

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Stephen Fozard

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amy is a great Criminal Defense Attorney. She's had experience on the other side of the table, so you know she can see both sides of a case. Amy works hard to get great results and you would be lucky to have her work on your behalf."

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Natalie Sturicz

Litigation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Amy Menzel. In working with Amy over the past several years, I have seen that she is a zealous advocate for her clients who always searches for the best ways to achieve their goals. Amy is an excellent attorney and an excellent advocate for her clients' interests."

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Kelsi Cottle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Menzel is an exceptional attorney. She maintains professionalism and gives her client's outstanding legal services. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Ronald Tusler

Litigation lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Amy is excellent in the courtroom. She balances a strong sense of fairness with an aggressive courtroom presence. I'd highly recommend her."

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Robert Bellin

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Amy spent several years in the district attorney's office before going into private practice. Thus, she has specialized knowledge that many lawyers cannot and will not ever obtain. She is dedicated to achieving the best results in all her cases, whether they be criminal defense or personal injury. She is highly respected by peers and judges, and her clients can be confident that Amy will provide superior representation."

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Jeffrey Oswald

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Menzel is a bright young star in the legal community. Her trial skills are excellent, and her communication skills with clients are even better. She is an excellent choice for any criminal case."

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Enku Lin

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Menzel is a fearless trial lawyer. Her poise, intelligence, and litigation skills are reflected in the work she does. Her experience as a prosecutor greatly benefits her clients. I strongly recommend attorney Menzel."

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Jeffrey Kippa

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy has the tenacity and legal expertise to get amazing outcomes for her clients. She has shown time and again her willingness to spend time with clients, getting to understand them, which in turn allows for top of the line representation. She is an excellent attorney."

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Curtis Borsheim

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Amy for a number of years. I have watched her develop the necessary skills to advocate successfully for her clients. She is passionate about her client's cases and will work tirelessly on their behalf."

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Tammy Edwards

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Menzel work very diligently to effectively resolve cases in the manner that satisfies her clients whether that means jury trial, bench trial or a resolution short of trial. She has vast knowledge of criminal law, as she spent several years working as an assistant district attorney which makes her the perfect person to have on your case."

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Heather Nelson

Litigation lawyer

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Christine Bruen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristen Scheuerman

Car accident lawyer

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Natalie Sturicz

Family lawyer

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Peter Heyne

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelsi Cottle

Immigration lawyer

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Ronald Tusler

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Bellin

Car accident lawyer

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Jeffrey Oswald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Enku Lin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Kippa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Curtis Borsheim

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Associate Attorney, Hammett, Bellin, & Oswald, LLC

2007 - 2012

Assistant District Attorney, Outagamie County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2012 - Present

Wisconsin Association for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

Criminal Case

Misdemeanor Convictions with probation and no jail time

Restraining Order / Injunction

Injunction Dismissed

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Education

2006

Marquette University Law School

Law

2003

Lawrence University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Adjunct Instructor

Criminal Law and Constitutional Law

Languages

English

Activity

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