Christopher P. Ehrfurth

Christopher P. Ehrfurth

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 13 years

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Licensed in Wisconsin for 13 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2012

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4.9 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Persistence

Being charged with an OWI is a scary, embarrassing, and emotionally-taxing process. As a working professional, husband, and father with no prior criminal offenses, to say I was stepping into unfamiliar territory is an understatement. From the moment I met Chris, he made me feel at ease and I knew he ...was the right fit to represent me. He helped me navigate each step of the way, clearly explaining the process in a way that was easy to understand. He offered guidance on any material decision and it was obvious he always had my best interest in mind. Chris was able to achieve an outcome in my case that I did not think was possible at the outset given the facts and circumstances. I would 100% recommend Chris to anyone facing a similar situation or who is unsure if hiring an attorney is worth it.

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

A job very well done

I hired Chris Ehrfurth to represent me in three different cases. Two of the cases were to defend me in restraining orders and the other was way more severe. That case was a second degree sexual assault. Mr Ehrfurth did a wonderful job working extra hard into all the evidence. He spent many hours look...ing into the evidence and finding more evidence to support my case. In a lack of better terms, we ran the table on all the cases. With out him I am not sure what the out come would be. I will definitely use him again in the future if I need to and I'll recommend him to anyone needing legal defense in a heart beat.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2015 | DUI & DWI

OWI Charge

I had gotten into a car accident and was arrested for an OWI. Chris, being as astute as he is, was able to poke holes in the OWI case, which resulted in not having my license revoked at the DMV hearing. He was very diligent and very thorough in regards to my case. He kept me updated throughout the e...ntire process and left no stone unturned. Through his systematic approach, during the OWI court hearing, he was able to reduce my OWI to a reckless driving ticket. This means that my record will be clear in 5 years versus 55 years with an OWI. I would not hesitate to recommend Chris.

Posted by John-Paul | June 18, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Sharp guy, great listener, and great result!

I had been lawyer shopping after receiving a TRO from a former associate who had falsely accused me of a number of things, and being an artist, with ADD, and anxiety issues, I needed someone who could help me with conveying my message, and asking the right questions... I had spoken to 3 different att...orneys before being referred to Christopher Ehrfurth, and Chris was the first one to ask me if I had a clean record. That was important to me, because I know I was innocent of the complaints filed against me. After talking to one of the previous attorneys who sounded like he just didn't believe me... I went into panic mode trying to find some other attorney who I thought would fight for my freedom! Christopher did that, and kept me informed. He was also very classy, and took the "high road" approach, and didn't try to disparage my accuser, like I had heard suggested by others.. At the hearing, Christopher made me feel comfortable when I provided my testimony, and he quickly, and effectively responded to new accusations brought up against me by my accuser, and was able to respond with excellent questions, even while I was bugging him, because I was beginning to get scared by her new accusations that I hadn't prepared for.. Because Christopher did his homework, over the weekend to prepare for my hearing, he was able to shoot-down her allegations, and made me feel very confident under immense pressure.. I'm sure it makes it easier when responding with truthful replies, and answers to false assumptions and truth-twisted statements taken completely out of their context, but we still had to defend against those things, and do it in a way that was respectful of the system, and my accuser... After the trial was over, and the RO was dismissed, I realized that my life was far more important than the feel I paid Christopher Ehrfurth, which was very very small compared to what loss I would have suffered if I had not represented myself well under stress, or had some bottom-feeder attorney represent me.. who didn't believe in me, nor couldn't care less about my case... but more about his fee.. I say that hiring Christopher Ehrfurth was money well spent! Thank you Sir, job well done!

Posted by Tricia | May 04, 2014 | Domestic Violence

I got my life back!

I had to get a temporary restraining order against my ex boyfriend due to his persistant "anonymous" calls to my employer accusing me of being a "recreational" cocaine user. After being suspended pending the results of my hair follicle test, I was fearful for my safety, not knowing what else he woul...d try to do to destroy me, since this plan didn't work. I work as a nurse and he wanted to ruin my career and my life! I called Donna Kuchler and asked her if she thought I would need a lawyer for the hearing, only because someone had suggested I get an attorney. She said yes and I asked her if she had a recommendation and she referred me to someone in her firm who "handles a lot of these with very good results." This happened to be Chris. I spoke with Chris on a Friday and met with him the following Tuesday to go over the case. And to also discuss that I was served with TRO from my ex and the 2 cases were to be held at the same time. To make a long story short, Chris always kept me informed and up on what the plan was and what needed to be done. Upon questioning my ex boyfriend regarding his motives for the TRO against me and the false information that was in this, he decided to withdraw his petition for the TRO. I had no intention of doing this out of fear for my safety. Fortunately, because of how prepared Chris was in his questioning of me and the ex during the hearing, and presenting the evidence, I now have a restraining order in place for 4 years against my ex. Chris is an outstanding lawyer and I can't thank him enough for helping me get my life back to normal!

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Christopher P. Ehrfurth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Singleton

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When you or someone you love is facing an OWI or serious criminal accusation, you need an attorney who has been on the front lines fighting for his clients for years. Attorney Ehfurth can give your case the attention and experience it deserves."

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Thomas Alberti

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Ehrfurth has been a pleasure to work with. He is highly competent, focused, and personable. Mr. Ehrfurth goes to bat for his clients, consistently achieving excellent results. I don't hesitate to recommend Attorney Ehrfurth to anyone in legal hot water."

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Corey Mehlos

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow criminal defense attorney, I was immediately impressed with Attorney Ehrfurth from the first time I met him. He displays a remarkable knowledge of the law, is extremely personable, and has the even-keel personality that you need as a criminal defense attorney to negotiate successful resolutions with district attorneys (95 percent of cases settle so this is an incredibly valuable asset). If you have a criminal defense case, I wouldn't hesitate to contact Attorney Ehrfurth to discuss your case."

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Christopher Wiesmueller

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Due to a scheduling conflict, Chris handled a stipulated reduction from a crime to a ticket...funny thing is, when i got the paperwork back, he somehow managed to get a better result for the client than I had negotiated. Just amazing!!"

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Anthony Cotton

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Chris is top-notch. I have had him work on some of the most complex and difficult projects in our office, and he has always achieved stellar results. One case in particular, involved an allegation that a client had stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars. Chris was able to avoid charges for the client. In another case, I sent him to a distant county in Wisconsin, to try to persuade a judge to release the client from prison and to terminate the parole - Chris succeeded. Chris' negotiation skills and courtroom presence are tops."

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Michael Van Someren

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred several people to Chris and have never had a complaint. I know him to be intelligent, diligent, and resourceful. I will continue to recommend Chris to those individuals that need criminal or family law assistance."

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Chad Hendricks

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Attorney Ehrfurth. He is a rising star and one of the brightest individuals I have ever met. As a fellow attorney, I have learned a great deal from Chris. Anyone looking for a criminal defense lawyer would be extremely lucky to have Chris in his/her corner. He truly cares for each of his clients and fights for their individual needs. Chris is already a top tier attorney; however, I have no doubt that one day he will be one of the best there is in the criminal defense community."

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Teirney Christenson

Unknown lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a great listener and communicator. He will take the time to hear your story and know your case inside and out. He will keep you informed throughout the legal process and will work tirelessly to obtain the best possible result for your case. I highly recommend him!"

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Donna Kuchler

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is a wonderful lawyer. He is hard working and dedicated to his clients. He is thorough in his investigation and research into all issues involved in a case. I highly recommend him."

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Thomas Alberti

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Corey Mehlos

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Chad Hendricks

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Teirney Christenson

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Up and Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal

2012

Dean's List Honors, Marquette University Law School

Work Experience

2012 - 2020

Attorney, Kuchler & Cotton, S.C.

2010 - 2012

Clerk, Kuchler & Cotton, S.C.

2010 - 2010

Clerk, Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2012 - Present

Waukesha County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2012 - Present

Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association, Criminal Committee

Member

2016 - 2016

Waukesha County Bar Association

Co-chair

Education

2012

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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