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%

22 years | 1,000 cases

50%
DUI and DWI 50%

22 years | 250 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Wyoming for 21 years

State: Wyoming

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cole Nelson Sherard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

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.

Cole Sherard

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Thank you very much for this review. Cole

Posted by Cole U | November 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Absolute best there is, hands down!

Cole went above and beyond for me as he represented me in my DUI/Leaving the Scene case. From the initial consultation to the signing of final documents, he was always in excellent communication, extremely knowledgeable, and highly dedicated to giving me the absolute best legal representation I could... have dreamed of. He took care of everything from not only the legal side, but also the DOT side. I essentially did not have to lift a finger. Not a day went by for me to feel the need to worry about any aspect of the process. In the end, if it had not been for Cole, I would have lost my privilege to drive, my privilege to carry insurance, and most importantly my CAREER. If you are in search of legal representation, look no further for the most exceptional attorney in the state of Wyoming.

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Fantastic Lawyer

Was arrested for a DUI, Cole helped get of off of the charge and get my old job back. He kept in touch throughout the entire process, explained every process we would be going through, and let me know if any new news came about. I could not have asked for better representation. Thanks Cole! I appreci...ate it!!

Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional

Cole was my legal representation during a lengthy process for a DUI. He was extremely knowledgeable about the process and the specific laws in Wyoming. Cole was thorough and kept me updated at every step of the way. Everything worked out in the end in my favor and it wouldn't have happened if I didn'...t hire Cole Sherard. Highly recommended ten times over.

Posted by Jesse | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best lawyer to hire

Best lawyer for dui. I first called Mr. Cole with my case and explained my whole situation he was the only lawyer that would answer and actually cooperate with me. I’m working here in Wyoming so Mr. Cole could only contact me over the phone. He got my case dropped effortlessly. The man is great at hi...s job. I will no doubt hire him again.

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Cole Nelson Sherard's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Cole
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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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