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    Wisconsin Has 1302 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 6559 Reviews

    Stephen Eric Mays

    Stephen Eric Mays

    5.05 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I got a fifth owi the da wanted to give me a felony charge six months in jail three years no license and a hefty fine. I called Steve Mays he said I should have called sooner I paid him half up front and he let me make payment's for the rest which..."
    Rating:  9.3
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    Wesley Kottke

    Wesley Kottke

    4.67 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Juvenile and more
    Bio: Attorney Wesley Kottke grew up in a small town in rural Wisconsin on his family’s 200 cow dairy farm. From a young age, he learned the value of family, hard work, and the importance of good communication. He has continued to use these values throu...
    Rating:  9.3
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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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    Francis Patrick Raff

    Francis Patrick Raff

    5.058 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Over the course of the last decade, I've handled over 2000 criminal cases from start to finish. When you get arrested, its easy for the truth to get lost in the chaos. What you need is someone to talk for you - someone that knows the rules and can...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Harry R. Hertel

    Harry R. Hertel

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Harry did a fantastic job on my case. He went the extra mile when most attorneys wouldn't take the time to do so. I felt he truly cared about me and my well being and I really could count on him. Anytime I needed him or his staff they were there o..."
    Rating:  10
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    Curtis A. Borsheim

    Curtis A. Borsheim

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: I have been practicing law since 1979. My experience includes criminal defense, trials and appeals, criminal prosecution, and civil litigation, personal injury and business, in all of the counties of northeast Wisconsin. During the past 17 years, ...
    Rating:  9.7
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    William Ackell

    William Ackell

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Having grown up in the Fox Valley, I am very excited to be returning home to do what I love most, pracitcing law. No two people have the same case, so I approach every client with an open mind to finding new and creative avenues to fight for what ...
    Rating:  9.6
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    A J. Williams

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    A J. Williams

    4.718 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    When you need a fighter, hire a pitbull.
    Rating:  9.3
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    Nathan Otis

    Nathan Otis

    5.09 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: I have been practicing law since 2010. Before beginning my legal career, I spent three years working in Austin, Texas as a sales representative and corporate trainer for Dell, Inc. Upon graduating summa cum laude from the University of Wisconsin L...
    Rating:  10
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    Jaymes Fenton

    Jaymes Fenton

    4.47 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI
    Bio: For over six years I have dedicated my practice to criminal defense and criminal appeals. I enjoy protecting the rights of people not only who have been accused of crimes, but also those who have already been convicted. When you are charged with a...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Paul Garland Bonneson

    Paul Garland Bonneson

    5.03 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family
    Bio: 4I am an experienced, hard-working attorney with 35 years of experience practicing law in private pratice. My practice currently is focused on criminal defese and criminal appeals and some family law. Feel free to call me any time. I am avilable a...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Sarah M. Schmeiser

    Sarah M. Schmeiser

    5.07 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Review: "Mrs. Schmeiser was positive, thoughtful, and knows all the steps for a positive outcome, she was with me and always available to consult throughout my K-1 visa process, she comes highly recommended , she is a pro"
    Rating:  9.9
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    Henry R. Schultz

    Henry R. Schultz

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: ATTORNEY HENRY R. SCHULTZ P.O. Box 42 Crandon, WI 54520 Phone: Fax: PRACTICE LIMITED TO CRIMINAL AND TRAFFIC DEFENSE NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS DUE TO RETIREMENT EXISTING OR FORMER CLIENTS SHOULD FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME BAR ADMISSIONS · Wisconsin, ...
    Rating:  9.2
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    Richard H. Hart

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    Richard H. Hart

    4.69 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury and more
    Generally considered one of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys in all areas of criminal defense
    Rating:  10
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    Richard J. Smith

    Richard J. Smith

    5.013 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: Richard J. Smith has been practicing law for 39 years. He joined Nistler Law Office, s.c. in August, 2015, and practices in the area of criminal defense, family law and civil litigation.As a criminal defense attorney, Attorney Richard Smith has ha...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Brian C. Hough

    Brian C. Hough

    5.01 review
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: I am a seasoned litigator who has gone to battle for clients in over 75 jury trials since 1995. I have handled cases nationwide in both state and federal court and have a perfect "AV-Rating" by Martindale-Hubbell. In addition, I am a partner at Ax...
    Rating:  9.6
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    Eric R. Eickhoff

    Eric R. Eickhoff

    5.026 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Eric Eickhoff is a criminal defense attorney based in Appleton, WI. Since second grade Eric knew he wanted to be an attorney. And having been a lifelong resident of the Fox Cities, Eric knew this is where he wanted to practice law. Even though Eri...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Kathleen A. Lindgren

    Kathleen A. Lindgren

    5.07 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family and more
    Bio: An attorney represents individuals when they are dealing with highly emotional, critically important, and sometimes traumatic events in their life. Because of this I believe that the attorney-client relationship involves not only dedication and pr...
    Rating:  8.9
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    Kyle R. Davis

    Kyle R. Davis

    5.03 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney now in Private Practice
    Rating:  9.1
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    Martin E. Kohler

    Martin E. Kohler

    5.06 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Since obtaining his Juris Doctorate from Hofstra University in 1977, Martin E. Kohler has quickly earned recognition for his outstanding work in criminal law. Having successfully represented thousands of cases, Martin has truly established himself...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Zachary Paul Hoff

    Zachary Paul Hoff

    5.02 reviews
    Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Attorney Zachary P. Hoff is an Associate Attorney with experience in criminal, traffic and family law. He believes that it is important to understand the details of each case, but that it is also important to get to know his clients as people and ...
    Rating:  9.2
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