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    Dustin A. McMahon

    Dustin A. McMahon

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Banking
    Bio: Member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the State Bar of Michigan. Additionally licensed to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. Named a 2016 and 2017 Rising Star by Super Lawyers.
    Rating:  6.4
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    Carl B. Johnson

    Carl B. Johnson

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Carl B. JohnsonPartnerAdmitted: Wisconsin 2006Also admitted: U.S. District Court, Eastern District of WisconsinLaw school: Marquette University Law School, J.D. 2006Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin-MadisonPractice: Criminal Defense (misdemea...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Brandt A. Swardenski

    Brandt A. Swardenski

    5.05 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Guardianship
    Bio: Brandt Swardenski graduated from the University Colorado-Boulder School of Law in 2006. Shortly thereafter he returned to the Fox Valley and joined the State Public Defender's Office. There are few people more vulnerable in society than those with...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Oren Jakobson

    Oren Jakobson

    5.03 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Mediation and more
    Review: "I am eternally in Oren’s debt. You saved my life! The state of wi tried to railroad me , lock me up and throw away the keys! I had Ada verbatim trying my case. It was very “high profile “ . My 1st offer was 10 years in prison. Oren fought vigorous..."
    Rating:  6.1
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    Brian Kinstler

    Brian Kinstler

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    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
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    Dean Douglas Sopcic

    Dean Douglas Sopcic

    5.010 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Sopcic is a bulldog who won’t back down! He is a very caring and knowledgeable professional."
    Rating:  5.9
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    Misty M. Muter

    Misty M. Muter

    5.04 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy and more
    Review: "Attorney Muter is very knowledgeable when it comes to family law. My ex had filed a motion for child support and with Misty’s expertise and guidance I feel my case was resolved in a timely manner working through a resolution in which both me and m..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Wright C. Laufenberg

    Wright C. Laufenberg

    2.99 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Attorney Laufenberg is an exceptional legal professional who truly sets the standard for excellence in the field. From the very beginning, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to my case, going above and beyond to ensure that my rights were fu..."
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    Tyler William Wickman

    Tyler William Wickman

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I was born and raised in Ashland, WI, graduating high school in 2001 where was active in many activities. I went to college at St. Norbert College and graduated earned my BA, summa cum laude, in 2005. I went to Marquette University Law School and ...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Alexander Paul Seifert

    Alexander Paul Seifert

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Alex grew up in the Fox Cities, and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Prior to becoming an attorney, Alex spent over thirteen years in the military, having served in Afghanistan, Iraq and South Korea, a...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Kayla Taggart

    Kayla Taggart

    4.04 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and more
    Bio: I am a dedicated criminal defense attorney licensed to practice in Wisconsin since 2020, and I serve clients from Appleton and throughout northeast Wisconsin. I focus my practice on defending individuals facing criminal charges, including domestic...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Robert J. Penegor

    Robert J. Penegor

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 59 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Review: "It's been a few years since we worked with Bob & I realized I never reviewed him! Bob helped me adopt my stepson. We successfully terminated his biological mom's rights & completed the adoption. This is very hard to do & required a skilled family ..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Bradley William Novreske

    Bradley William Novreske

    4.36 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Domestic Violence
    Bio: Brad primarily focuses his practice on criminal defense and criminal appeals. As a former prosecutor specializing in domestic violence, sexual assault, and crimes against children, Brad gained invaluable experience and a deep understanding of the ...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Susan A. Holloway

    Susan A. Holloway

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Susan Holloway is the most helpful attorney that I’ve met so far kept it simple and save me the most money and time"
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    Ryan Shervey

    Ryan Shervey

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Real Estate and more
    Review: "Ryan is a great lawyer. Ryan was open and honest about how the proceedings would go. He never made false promises. Ryan was able to get me placement with my son this summer, 3 weeks on and 1 week off along with additional placement during the scho..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Rebecca M. Richards-Bria

    Rebecca M. Richards-Bria

    2.08 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Real Estate, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Attorney Bria Richards is an excellent attorney. She handled a very difficult situation in my custody case. She advised me open and honestly. Explained how the court looks at what's best for the child. In the end, my ex did himself in. And with he..."
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    Michael D. Hughes

    Michael D. Hughes

    4.06 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met. He has always gone above and beyond he misses nothing. His honesty,his integrity, is second to none. ALWAYS shows the up most respect to his clients. If you are one of the lucky ones to g..."
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    Robert William Peterson

    Robert William Peterson

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Has responded to every concern i have had and has been reassuring throughout my court processes and regardless of outcome i have faith that w his council and straight forward yet aggressive attitude that im in good hands"
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    Caleb Christian-Dale Katz

    Caleb Christian-Dale Katz

    5.025 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I focus on representing clients in the areas of traffic/drunk driving defense and criminal law. I am passionate about standing up for my clients and ensuring they are represented and their rights are protected. Every American is entitled to the be...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Daniel Gordon Mitchell

    Daniel Gordon Mitchell

    4.011 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Sex Crime
    Review: "Dan is a great and outstanding criminal attorney which i HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ALL in need of an attorney. Great guy KEEP IT UP DAN!!"
    Rating:  6.8
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