Business Details
Criminal Defense Law Firm in Milwaukee
Kinstler Law is a criminal defense practice dedicated to providing strategic legal representation in state and federal courts. With a focus on complex criminal cases, the firm combines deep legal expertise with a client-centered approach to protect clients' rights and reputations. The practice has a proven track record in high-stakes cases, including white-collar crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and homicide defense. Our attorney leverages extensive trial experience and appellate success to develop tailored defense strategies. The firm prioritizes transparency, maintaining open communication with clients throughout the legal process. Recognized for excellence by legal peers and media outlets, Kinstler Law has secured favorable outcomes in some of Wisconsin's most challenging cases.The practice emphasizes proactive legal counsel, advocating for clients during investigations and post-conviction appeals. By combining technical legal knowledge with courtroom skill, the firm addresses both immediate legal needs and long-term consequences of criminal charges. Kinstler Law maintains strong relationships with forensic experts and treatment professionals to support comprehensive defense strategies. The practice remains committed to upholding constitutional rights while navigating evolving criminal law landscapes.
Services
White Collar Crimes
Drug Offenses
Sex Crimes Defense
Homicide Defense
Gun Crimes
Domestic Violence
Property Crimes
Federal Criminal Defense
Appellate Advocacy
Criminal Appeals
Highlights and features
- We have secured favorable verdicts in over 200 criminal cases across Wisconsin and federal courts
- Our attorney has won appeals in Wisconsin Supreme Court and Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals
- We provide strategic defense in complex white-collar and federal criminal cases
- Recognized by legal peers for excellence in criminal defense representation
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's specific circumstances
Associations and certifications
- Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Martin Hanson Advocate Prize
- Wisconsin Super Lawyers Rising Star
Services
White Collar Crimes
Defending professionals and business owners against financial crime allegations including fraud, embezzlement, and securities violations. Our practice handles complex cases involving forensic accounting and federal investigations. We work to protect both legal outcomes and professional reputations through strategic negotiations and trial preparation.
Drug Offenses
Representing clients facing drug possession, distribution, and conspiracy charges in state and federal courts. Our defense strategy includes challenging search and seizure procedures and exploring treatment alternatives. We focus on minimizing long-term consequences while protecting constitutional rights throughout the legal process.
Sex Crimes Defense
Providing comprehensive defense for sexual assault, child pornography, and internet sex crime allegations. Our approach includes forensic computer analysis and challenging evidence admissibility. We work to protect clients' futures while navigating the complex legal and social implications of these charges.
Homicide Defense
Handling intentional and unintentional homicide cases with extensive trial preparation and investigative resources. Our practice addresses both immediate legal needs and long-term consequences of violent crime charges. We combine courtroom experience with strategic defense planning for the most serious criminal allegations.
Federal Criminal Defense
Representing clients in federal court matters including drug conspiracies, white-collar crimes, and gun offenses. Our practice navigates complex federal sentencing guidelines and prosecutorial strategies. We focus on early intervention and strategic motion practice to achieve favorable outcomes in federal criminal proceedings.
People
Brian Kinstler
Criminal Defense Attorney
Brian Kinstler is a Milwaukee-based criminal defense lawyer with extensive trial and appellate experience. He has successfully represented clients in complex state and federal cases, including homicide, sex crimes, and white-collar offenses. Recognized by Wisconsin Super Lawyers and the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, he focuses on strategic defense and constitutional rights protection.
Questions
What areas of criminal defense do you specialize in?
We specialize in white-collar crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, homicide defense, and federal criminal cases. Our practice handles both state and federal charges with a focus on complex, high-stakes matters.
How experienced are you with federal criminal cases?
Our attorney has extensive federal court experience, including trials and appeals in the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. We understand federal sentencing guidelines and prosecutorial strategies for drug conspiracies and white-collar crimes.
What should I do if I'm under criminal investigation?
Contact us immediately before speaking with law enforcement. Early legal intervention can protect your rights during investigations and potentially prevent formal charges through strategic pre-indictment advocacy.
How do you handle sex crime allegations?
We approach sex crime cases with technical expertise and sensitivity, challenging evidence admissibility and employing forensic computer analysis. Our defense strategy addresses both legal outcomes and long-term social consequences of these allegations.
Can you help with appellate cases?
Yes, we handle criminal appeals in Wisconsin and federal courts. Our practice includes overturning convictions and challenging sentencing decisions with detailed legal arguments and procedural analysis.
