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    Wisconsin Has 1284 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 6494 Reviews

    Paul E. Bucher

    Paul E. Bucher

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    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Married and 5 children Marathon runner (10)(Charitable organizations, Lymphoma and Leukemia Society, Special Olympics) As the previous District Attorney of Waukesha County, WI I handled virtually every criminal case you can imagine from police exe...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Phillip J. Violi

    Phillip J. Violi

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment and Labor, Litigation
    Review: "The car accident wasn’t my fault, however, totaled my car & put me in the hospital. I was under the influence so did get a DUI. Attorney Violi got me the best results through all aspects of this ordeal. He kept me informed, calm, & got me through..."
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Jeffrey W. Purnell

    Jeffrey W. Purnell

    5.03 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Tax
    Bio: One of my recent cases of interest is State v. Jepsen, 09 CF 0005, in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. Alan was charged with Sexual Assault of a Child, contrary to Wis. Stats. (2). That charge carried a possible 40 year prison sentence with 25 years o...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Joel Mogren

    Joel Mogren

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "If I could give Attorney Joel Mogren ten stars total I would give him 11. Joel has helped me get outcomes far beyond any expectations in every one of the traffic cases I have brought him, including 2nd DUI, Driving After Revocation, Speeding, & Dr..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Steven Michael Lucareli

    Steven Michael Lucareli

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    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Real Estate and more
    Bio: Total practice 31 years. Former Asst. District Attorney Marathon Co., WI D.A.'s Office, 4 years. Former District Attorney, Vilas County, WI. Former Specia Prosecutor, State of Wisconsin. 2006 graduate of Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, Duboi...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Robert G. LeBell

    Robert G. LeBell

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Sex Crime
    Review: "I love Bob he was an excellent Attorney to myself and my child's father he is gifted and extremely intellectual. Bob is a savvy attorney that is respected within the courts. Bob cared about me and my outcome when I was ready to throw in the towel ..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Joshua Hargrove

    Joshua Hargrove

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Attorney Joshua Hargrove is experienced in criminal defense. Driven by a critical pursuit of justice, he is a staunch advocate for the marginalized. Hargrove graduated with a Juris Doctorate from The University of Wisconsin and holds a dual degree...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Julie A. Maule

    Julie A. Maule

    5.03 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation
    Review: "Attorney Julie Maule did an excellent job with my case which ended in a full dismissal. I would absolutely recommend attorney Julie Maule to anyone facing a felony charge."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Manuel R. Galang

    Manuel R. Galang

    3.76 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Manuel R. Galang is a seasoned criminal defense attorney, serving Wisconsin clients since 1990. With decades of experience and a proven track record of successful outcomes—including numerous cases resulting in reduced or dismissed charges—Mr. Gala...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Eric P. Pitsch

    Eric P. Pitsch

    4.223 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I am a graduate of Appleton East High School, a local that has been around the Fox Valley area and Wisconsin his entire life. I have studied extensively, including over seas at Oxford University - Magdalen College and in Florence, Italy as well. B...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Frederick B. Melms

    Frederick B. Melms

    5.09 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Family
    Bio: My practice focuses primarily on criminal defense, family, and civil rights cases, where I strive to protect the rights and freedoms of my clients with unwavering commitment and professionalism. Throughout my career, I have successfully represente...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Christopher John Ertl

    Christopher John Ertl

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Tax, Litigation
    Review: "Professional, knowledgeable, and patient. Chris took his time to answer my questions, and did an excellent job on my case."
    Rating:  7.1
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    David A. Nelson

    David A. Nelson

    4.86 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Social Security and more
    Bio: Attorney Nelson has an impressive criminal trial record having accomplished not guilty verdicts in many cases, including a stretch of seven not guilty verdicts within a span of ten trials. He has successfully had cases dismissed after getting cour...
    Rating:  8.7
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    Siv Irene Mjanger Yurichuk

    Siv Irene Mjanger Yurichuk

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Case SIV did not go any progress and I did not receive the approval of the head of the mission, so I ask you to follow my case"
    Rating:  7.0
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    Christopher William Rose

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    Christopher William Rose

    5.02 reviews
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    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family and more
    Bio: A rising star for Appellate law super lawyers for 2006, 2007 and 2008. Also listed in Martindale Hubbell preeminent attorneys.
    Rating:  7.5
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    Bridget J. Krause

    Bridget J. Krause

    3.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I was allegedly pulled over for an unsafe lane deviation, and subsequent OWI. I knew I had not deviated from lane. I called the law firm of Kim & Lavoy, who subsequently set me up with Bridget. She was straight-forward and honest, and knew how to ..."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Christopher W. Duren

    Christopher W. Duren

    4.88 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Attorney Duren is a masterclass in real estate law with expansive comprehension of the field. He is strategic in court, even when you least expect it, from jury selection to closing argument. He easily dominated opposing counsel, yet was able to e..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Nathaniel W. Curry

    Nathaniel W. Curry

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI
    Bio: After graduating from Law School in 2005, I interned for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser Jr. I started working for Kopp McKichan, LLP in April of 2006 and became a partner in returning to Platteville, I has been active in the communi...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Katie Beth Bricco

    Katie Beth Bricco

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Bricco shows her toughness From Wisconsin Law Journal Up & Coming Lawyers 2014. An attorney has to be tough to succeed in indigent defense. The evidence shows that Katie Bricco, a Waukesha public defender, is tough. She runs marathons, triathlons ...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Christopher Kuechler

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    Christopher Kuechler

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Guardianship
    "We put kids first." Complimentary one hour consultation. Call today.
    Rating:  7.3
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