Jennifer Marie Severino

Jennifer Marie Severino

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI

About Jennifer

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

Experienced in representing individuals in complex felonies, misdemeanors, traffic citations, operating while intoxicated, probation/parole/extended supervision revocation hearings.

18 years

65%
Appeals 25%

Experienced in representing clients in complex appeals of criminal convictions.

18 years

25%
DUI and DWI 10%

Experienced in representing clients charged with operating while intoxicated or under the influence, refusals, and other drug and alcohol related offenses.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 16 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Jennifer Marie Severino's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Veronika | April 10, 2015

Jennifer is the best

I would recommend Jennifer to anyone. She has been so helpful since the first day I spoke to her. She went the above and beyond for our family. She actually won our case.

Posted by Jennifer | February 11, 2015

Jennifer is awesome

Jennifer went the extra mile for me. Even when I went for a consulation she had my paperwork. She's thorough and good at what she does. I recommended her to a few people looking for legal counsel

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015

Professional and trustworthy

My experience working with Attorney Severino was great. During one of the hardest times of my life, she was dedicated to helping me get the best resolution possible and move forward. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Heather | February 4, 2014

Dedicated and knowledgeable

Attorney Severino is extremely dedicated and worked very hard on my case to ensure it was resolved in the most favorable way possible. She was always available when I had questions and always took the time to explain the entire process to me, putting me at ease every step of the way. I would highly... recommend her to anyone.

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Jennifer Marie Severino's Lawyer Endorsements

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Farheen Ansari

Appeals lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jennifer is an excellent attorney, I went to law school with her and personally know of her dedication to the practice and her clients. She is also selfless with helping other attorneys, we are all so busy but she is always willing to offer advice and assistance. She has helped me many times and her knowledge is very impressive."

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Aneeq Ahmad

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jennifer is a sharp, aggressive, and highly experienced attorney that I can say with candor that I am impressed with. I have sought her as co-counsel in serious felony matters. She achieves great results and fights for her clients with passion. She is well respected and accomplished, having argued cases in front of the WI Supeme Court. I wholeheartedly recommend her."

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Anthony Cotton

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A tenacious litigator. Jennifer has a unique ability to connect with her clients and she is passionate about what she does. These traits are not often seen in a defense lawyer."

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Aileen Henry

Unknown lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I observed Ms. Severino in oral arguments before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. She is thorough, knowlegeable, and an aggressive advocate. I am happy to endorse Ms. Severino."

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Evan Knupp

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Severino is passionate about her craft, and is dedicated to becoming one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the area. I have known Jennifer since law school, and I have always been impressed with her intelligence and her moxie. I would not hesitate to recommend Jennifer to anyone seeking representation or guidance in a criminal matter."

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Christy Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Severino is a very competent lawyer. She works daily with clients and the courts in our criminal justice system."

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Mark Severino

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aneeq Ahmad

Criminal defense lawyer

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Anthony Cotton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Aileen Henry

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Evan Knupp

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Christy Hall

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2008

Excellence for the Future Award - Appellate Writing and Advocacy, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Severino Law Offices, LLC

2009 - 2011

Associate, Richards & Hall, S.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Appellate Practice Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State ex. rel Ardonis Greer v. David Schwarz, 11AP2188

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Education

2009

Marquette University

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Activity

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