$ 575-750 per hour
Craig Martin Wilke
also known as Law Office of Craig Wilke
About Craig
Biography
With over 30 years experience as a federal criminal defense lawyer, I have represented hundreds of clients in federal court in every type of federal criminal case and at every stage of the proceedings. I am committed to the protection of constitutional rights, and I have a proven record of results for my clients.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Federal Crime
100%
34 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Craig Wilke
305 North Harbor Boulevard, Suite 216, Fullerton, CA, 92832
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Posted by Hai | February 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Thanks very much again Mr. Wilke
I got help from Mr. Wilke when he was the head of a public defense office in 2003-2005. Although I didn't pay a dime through my pocket because I couldn't afford it, he helped me with the utmost care, best effort and great ethic that anyone can get from a lawyer, paid for or not. I always think I ow...
Craig Martin Wilke's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse Craig Wilke. I've worked with Craig on three separate complex federal criminal RICO cases. Each case was extremely difficult and the consequences for his client in each case could not be higher. Regardless of the stakes, Craig is always exceedingly well prepared. His judgment and instincts are second to none and he commands the respect of judges, prosecutors and co-counsel alike. All of these attributes come together for the benefit of his client. I would recommend Craig Wilke to anyone looking for aggressive, competent, highly ethical criminal defense."
"I endorse Craig. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a truly gifted lawyer. He is thorough in his representation of clients and trial preparation. He will take cases to trial, but also knows when it is in the best interest of the client not to do so. Craig's experience is vast. His reputation is exceptional and is he is known as a superb defense attorney."
"I've worked with Craig many times. He's a talented, hard working trial lawyer. He pushes creativity to new heights. I recommend him enthusiastically."
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"Craig Wilke is a superb lawyer who fights hard and smart for his clients. If one of my loved ones needed help, I'd send him or her to Craig."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Craig is an excellent defense lawyer whose dedication to his clients shows itself through his relentless attack on the government and his tireless work to ensure his clients' rights are protected. I have worked with Craig on complex federal criminal matters and have seen, first hand, the high quality of his work and commitment to defending his clients."
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Criminal defense lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
1990
Order of the Coif, Loyola Law School
1988
American Jurisprudence Award for Legal Writing, Loyola Law School
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Principal, Law Office of Craig Wilke
2000 - 2008
Directing Attorney, Federal Public Defender
1993 - 2000
Trial Deputy, Federal Public Defender
1991 - 1993
Clerk to the Honorable Bobby Baldock, U.S. Court Of Appeals, 10th Circuit
1990 - 1991
Associate, Talcott, Lightfoot, VanDevelde, Woehrle & Sadowsky
Associations
2011 - Present
Orange County Criminal Defense Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2002 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1993 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2004 - 2010
Federal Bar Association (Orange County chapter)Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
USA v. Martinez
Conviction reversed on appeal and acquitted on retrial
USA v. Ramirez
Acquitted
USA v. Rodriguez
Acquitted
USA v. Neese
Acquitted
USA v. Leon-Gomez
Acquitted
USA v. Ramirez
Acquitted
USA v. White
Acquitted
Education
1990
Loyola Law School
law
1984
California St Univ Fullerton
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2012
OCCDBA Practice Seminar
Due Process and Equal Protection Challenges to Federal Jury Selection Procedures
2006
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Trial Practice
2006
FBA Criminal Practice Panel Discussion
Federal Sentencing After Booker
2005
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Trial Practice
2004
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Trial Practice
2004
FBA Criminal Practice Seminar
US Sentencing Guidelines
2003
FBA Criminal Practice Seminar
US Sentencing Guidelines
2002
FBA Criminal Practice Seminar
US Sentencing Guidelines
Languages
English