608-237-6854

Criminal Defense Attorney in Madison, WI

Criminal Defense Attorneys Here To Protect Your Future And Your Rights

When facing a criminal charge, your future is too important to entrust it with just anyone, and the police are not on your side. If you have been accused of a crime in Dane County or the surrounding area in Wisconsin, you need a criminal defense attorney who will take forceful action on your behalf. 

If you are looking for a criminal defense lawyer in Madison, this is the place to start. At the law office of Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., defending clients against state and federal prosecution and criminal charges is all we do.

By focusing primarily on Wisconsin criminal defense law, our criminal attorneys have developed in-depth knowledge of Wisconsin criminal defense statutes, case law and criminal defense procedures used in the local courts. We know the local players as well — the judges, prosecutors, investigators and other professionals whose work will impact your case and criminal charges.

We also know how to protect your constitutional rights and the actions that prosecutors may take to violate those rights. We don’t let that happen to our clients. As part of a serious criminal defense, we will take every action possible within the bounds of the law to protect your rights and your freedom.

Criminal Cases We Handle

Our criminal defense lawyers and criminal defense attorneys in Madison, Wisconsin, handle a full range of misdemeanor and felony charges in state courts, including:

Sex crimes

including sexual assault, statutory rape, child pornography and college Title IX hearings

Homicides

including deaths that result from car accidents, drug overdoses, felony murder and intentional homicide

Violent felonies and weapons offenses

including battery, manslaughter and sexual assault

Domestic violence crimes

involving several layers of charges and restraining orders

Drug offenses

from minor in possession to manufacturing and trafficking charges

DUI/OWI charges

and other drunk driving charges, or those related to driving without a license, reckless homicide and routine traffic offenses

Misdemeanors

including disorderly conduct and other minor offenses that still impact your life

Human trafficking

a serious offense that involves promoting individuals for labor or prostitution against their will

Stalking charges

complex crimes that require a sensitive touch and a thorough knowledge of the law to avoid heavy penalties

Affirmative Defense

Referring to self-defense, defense for criminal acts while imminent danger is present, and a review of Wisconsin’s “Castle Doctrine”

 

Skilled Throughout Criminal Defense

We also represent clients in juvenile criminal defense court matters. We have in-depth knowledge of the juvenile justice system and help minors achieve the best possible results when facing criminal allegations. Minors accused of crimes such as shoplifting, possession of a fake ID, vandalism, DWI and minor in possession are treated differently from adults. In more serious matters such as homicide, rape and sexual assault, however, juveniles can be tried as adults. We have the knowledge, experience and resources to handle even the most serious matters.

There are many misconceptions when it comes to the criminal defense process and criminal justice in general. Our criminal defense attorneys are here to dispel those misconceptions and provide you with the knowledge that your case is in the hands of a skilled representative and officer of the law.

Learn What Makes Our Firm A Top Contender For One Of The Best Criminal Defense Lawyers Madison, WI

When you talk with one of our criminal lawyers during your free 30-minute initial consultation, we will review any paperwork you have received and get your side of the story. We will then walk you through the procedural steps of a criminal case in Wisconsin court. We will explain what needs to be done and when — helping you understand your choices and the best strategies to beat your case.

Cases can be resolved in many ways. You may be eligible for a first offenders program (often called deferred prosecution). While we have a reputation for resolving matters effectively at trial, we understand the stress that trials can place on defendants and their families. Depending on your goals, we may focus our approach on aggressive pretrial litigation. Our Madison criminal defense attorneys may be able to file motions to suppress evidence or pursue other pretrial litigation tactics to resolve your case.
We have won dismissals prior to trial on charges of disorderly conduct, hit-and-run, manufacturing/delivering THC and cocaine, second-degree sexual assault/use of force, second-degree sexual assault/intoxicated victim, fourth-degree sexual assault, OARs, and various municipal violations.

Contact Our Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers

If you have been accused of a crime, contact our criminal defense attorneys in Madison, Wisconsin at 608-237-6854 or contact us online for a free 30-minute initial consultation. Off-site, evening and weekend meetings are available by appointment.

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