Cole Nelson Sherard

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Cole Nelson Sherard

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Laramie, WY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

501 East Garfield Street, Laramie, WY

About Cole

Biography

Criminal and DUI defense through out the state of Wyoming.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

21 years | 1,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

21 years | 250 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Wyoming for 21 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

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Cole Nelson Sherard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible! The criminal defense lawyer you need!

*I was illegally detained and an illicit substance was confiscated from me*. If you went through something similar and you're reading lawyer reviews please go no further. From the get go Cole was a calming and reassuring presence. His free consultation sold me and I could tell I was in caring and ca...pable hands. Beyond being extremely kind and personable Cole is an intelligent and strategic professional. He is the exact kind of lawyer you want. Cole successfully got my case dismissed. Cole stopped at nothing to pursue every legal avenue available to myself that would result in the best possible outcome. He regularly gave me updates and never left me feeling out of the loop and like I didn't know what was going on. After 5 long months my case was dismissed and none of that would have been possible without Cole. Please consider consulting with him and hiring him. You will not regret it.

Posted by anonymous | September 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Lawyer

Mistakes were made and justice prevailed. When I needed real legal support, choosing Cole was the best decision I could have made. He's an exceptionally skilled lawyer, but what stood out most was his understanding and compassion. He took the time to listen to my situation and acted decisively on my ...behalf. More than just being effective, Cole was incredibly efficient, securing the best possible outcome for my case - A full dismissal. I will always be thankful for his support.

Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DUI dismissed and expunged

I hired Cole for a DUI charge in Cheyenne a few years back. From the initial consultation, Cole was very knowledgeable about the DUI laws and defenses. As someone who uses one of the controlled substance medications, Cole provided advance counsel on how these drug tests (during bond, before convictio...n) are handled. As an experienced attorney, Cole impressed me with being open to client suggestions. He immediately relayed information concerning my arresting officer to the Cheyenne prosecutor, and was able to secure a dismissal of my DUI. You need an experienced attorney, with great communication skills who, also listens to your suggestions for Defense (See above). Several months later I rehired him to successfully file an expungement. Very ethical attorney.

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Replied last May 8, 2024

Thank you very much for this review. Cole

Posted by anonymous | September 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Criminal Case/DUI - Cole Sherard Review

Cole was absolutely amazing! From the moment I hired him, he was very communicative and thorough in every aspect of my situation. There were multiple hearings across multiple venues that all needed to be thought out, and Cole worked with other attorneys to ensure the criminal matter best aligned with... the other components. Cole always responded quickly and was there when I needed him. He provided me various scenarios, and fought very hard on my behalf. Ultimately, creating a great win for me! I would highly recommend Cole!

Posted by Brent | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

10 out of 10 Service

Cole Sherard is one of the best criminal defense attorneys that I have ever hired. He provided excellent communication, provided exceptional advice throughout the entire process, and obtained a fair and equitable resolution. He represented me on a resisting arrest charge and was able to get me of...f on the charges because of his thorough attention to detail. The officers performed a wrongful arrest and my attorney figured this out because of watching every detail of the body cameras. The case resolution was dismissal of all charges.

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Cole Nelson Sherard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Brandon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cole is a great lawyer on DUI and all criminal matters."

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Ryan Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Cole is a thoughtful attorney who always strives to achieve the best results from his clients. I endorse him."

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Albert Walsh

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Cole's experience gives him a unique ability to understand the strengths and weaknesses of any criminal case. That plays a big role in the results he is able to get for his clients."

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Edward Risha

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Cole for years. He appeared in front of me when I was a Hearing Examiner and I have also seen him in Court as we practice in similar areas. I highly endorse Cole for both the areas of Criminal Law and DUI Defense. When I have conflicts or can't take a case for other reasons I refer clients to him because I respect his abilities. That I would recommend him to my clients is the highest endorsement I can give."

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Megan Goetz

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Cole is the best criminal defense attorney in the state. He has developed that reputation by his results, his relationship with prosecutors and his accolades from clients. I am proud to call Cole a partner and would recommend him to anyone in need of criminal defense services."

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Candace Pisciotti

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. He is incredibly knowledgeable and capable in his fields of practice. He is an asset to his clients and to our legal community and I would fully endorse and recommend him to anyone I know."

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Isaiah Gross

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Great attorney who works tirelessly for his clients."

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Dustin Richards

Unknown lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer!"

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Eric Boyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Devon O'Connell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyle Brandon

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Albert Walsh

Unknown lawyer

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Edward Risha

Criminal defense lawyer

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Candace Pisciotti

Criminal defense lawyer

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Isaiah Gross

Criminal defense lawyer

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Megan Goetz

Banking lawyer

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Dustin Richards

Business lawyer

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Eric Boyer

Business lawyer

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Devon O'Connell

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R. Vang

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Legal Service Intern if the Year, University of Wyoming

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney General, Pence and MacMillan LLC

2003 - 2014

Partner, Sherard, Sherard and Johnson

Associations

2016 - Present

Criminal Pattern Jury Instruction Committee

Member

2009 - Present

National College DUI Defense

Member

2006 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Wyoming State Bar

Member

2013 - 2014

Wyoming State Bar

Board Member

Education

2003

University of Wyoming College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Wyoming

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2020

University of Wyoming Summer Trial Institute

Pre trial conference seminar

2019

University of Wyoming College of Law

Considerations in Plea Negotiations

2019

LCCC Drivers Education Program

Responsible Driving

2019

Drugged Driving Defense

DUI Ethics

2016

You Be the Judge

Criminal Sentencing

2016

Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association

DUI Ethics

Languages

English

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