Specialty:
“Christopher T. Van Wagner is a highly regarded criminal defense attorney and the founder of Christopher T. Van Wagner S.C. He is widely known for his aggressive and strategic defense in serious criminal cases, including homicide, sexual assault, OWI/DUI, white-collar crimes, and complex federal charges, with over 30 years of legal experience. Van Wagner began his legal career after graduating magna cum laude with a B.A. in English Literature from St. Lawrence University and earning his J.D. from Cornell Law School, where he served as an editor of the Cornell Law Review. He served as a felony prosecutor in New Jersey and as an Assistant United States Attorney in Wisconsin before establishing his private practice in 1994. Van Wagner has tried more than 100 felony jury trials to verdict and has won acquittals in several high-profile cases. He is a frequent legal commentator on national media platforms, including NBC’s Today Show, MSNBC, and Court TV, and has contributed to legal education through teaching roles at UW Law School and trial-skills programs. He is a member of various legal associations, including the Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Christopher T. Van Wagner S.C. offers statewide representation across Wisconsin and in federal court. Initial consultations are free, and flexible payment options are available.”
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