I was arrested and charged with a drunk driving and with being above the legal limit as a first offense. This was a huge problem for me because I have a commercial drivers license and I make my living driving truck. If my license was administratively suspended or if I was convicted of either one of the charges my career would be gone and I stood to lose everything that I have worked for. I was referred to Pat Stangl Law Offices by several previous clients whom cases he won. I thank the good Lord that he took my case. I owe Attorney Stangl a huge debt of gratitude. Luckily, he was able to prevent my license from being administratively suspended or I would have lost my CDL right there. He did an amazing job representing me and the prohibited alcohol concentration citation was dismissed and the OWI 1st was amended to inattentive driving with a minimum fine. Pat is a great lawyer and I recommend him highly. He literally saved my business and my future. This guy is the best ....Period.
Joe Balcsik

After I got into some trouble, we set out a plan and reach an agreement that reached the goals of that plan before we had to go to court. It was worth the money.

I was charged with a traffic violation which was very serious to me and hired Attorney Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, S. C. A conviction like this could have impacted my future life goals. Attorney Stangl was a very smart and relentless advocate for me. Thanks to his knowledge and skills my case was dismissed when he discovered a procedural error made during the prosecution of my case. Originally I thought there was no way out of that dilemma. Whatever type of situation you may be in, he is your best chance for a successful defense!

Way too expensive. Initial consultation makes you feel you have made the right decision, but when you attempt to ask how things in your case are progressing, it's like pulling teeth. Your messages you leave for him will be answered by letters in the mail about how you already received all the information up front about how everything will go. I read the materials, but wanted verification and at least some kind of update at least once every couple months on how my case was progressing even if there was no update, but was told by him that's not how he works. He also accused me of having anxiety problems, because I hadn't heard from him in weeks and wanted an update. No, I don't have anxiety problems, but when I pay 4 times more than other lawyers I feel I am owed at least a 1 minute conversation or a short letter on how things are going at least once a month. The cost, and the constant feeling of not knowing what's going on in the case was a worse experience than the reason I needed to hire him.

Pat is hands down the best attorney in Madison. He has a mastery of not just pertinent law but also knows the strategy and process that will result in the best possible outcome for a case in the Madison area. Pat put in a ton of prep and attention to my case and it really payed off.

I was charged with an OWI and an open intoxicant, so it was recommended by my best friend's cousin from Rockford Illinois, that if anybody could get me out of it, Patrick Stangl could! I googled Patrick, I was impressed and did a consultation. I was pleased with Pat during the consult, so I hired him, and he worked 11 hard months for me! He was very determined to get these charges dropped! I've never hired an attorney before, and I had feared that I was going to be investing a great deal of money with no positive results, but when I met Patrick his knowledge base was incredibly admirable, in which I became optimistic! He explained what to expect from a municipal court and circuit court so I wasn't going in blindly. He went through the police report/video and in great detail explained to me why, what, and how he would be proving my innocence. Long story short Patrick was able to drop my OWI and open intoxicant charges! I cried with joy and relief! I would hire him again in a heart beat, and strongly recommend him to anyone that wants to win cases and needs their innocence proven!

I was driving home one evening through Walworth County on my way home from a concert. I never text while driving, so I pulled in to a closed business parking lot to text one of my kids. All of a sudden a police car pulls behind me with his lights on. I had consumed a couple of drinks several of hours before stopping, but the officer immediately ordered me out of the vehicle. The officer wanted me to complete a field sobriety test and I respectfully refused. After he read Informing the Accused, I asked the officer a few questions and he gave me false information about my right to an alternative test. Fortunately, I knew of Pat Stangl and hired him the next day. Pat immediately had a plan to review the police reports and video, and filed a Motion to Dismiss arguing that there was no basis to place me under arrest and that the officer misled me regarding my right to an alternative test. My case was successfully resolved without an OWI or refusal conviction.

Attorney Stangl and everyone at Stangl Law Offices, S.C. are absolute professionals. They worked tirelessly for me and kept me updated throughout the case. It is no surprise that The National Trial Lawyers named Pat Stangl as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in the State of Wisconsin. I have and will continue to recommend Attorney Patrick Stangl without reservation.

I have a commercial drivers license and got stopped ,arrested,and charged with drunk driving,I really felt the officer was targeting me simply because I had left a bar. With my job and future on the line I needed to hire the best defense attorney in the State and I did ; I hired Pat Stangl.The City had what appeared to be pretty strong evidence against me including a .16 breath test, Pat went to work and what a job he did! I was not convicted of either the OWI or the PAC citation I was in a Tangle, I called Pat Stangl and now I am Untangled Mike Kruger Chetek

I was charged with criminal drunk driving based on an alleged witness stating that she saw me driving. I didn't do well on the field sobriety test and my alcohol concentration was above the legal limit. I was referred to Attorney Pat Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, S.C. by a friend and knew right away that I was in good hands.

During the arrest the officer kept telling me they had a witness who saw me driving; he was trying to get me to confess to something I did not do. I kept telling him I wasn't driving but they didn't care and arrested me anyway. After investigating the case Attorney Stangl filed a motion arguing that the police officers did not have sufficient legal reason to arrest me. During the investigation Attorney Stangl was able to show that the officer's claim that a witness saw me driving was false. The witness could not even identify me and never saw me drive or operate the truck. Thanks to Pat the criminal OWI and PAC charges were dismissed outright! I cant say enough about how grateful I am and what a tremendous job Pat and his Staff did representing me from start to finish. I never had to set foot in the courtroom once, he handled it all without me having to be present in this case. It is going to cost you some money but it is worth it.

I Highly recommend Pat Stangl and Stangl Law Offices, S.C. They are the best and worth every penny!!!!

Sincerely, M.S.

“Thanks to Attorney Stangl I was able to successfully navigate through false and malicious accusations which could have resulted in a misdemeanor, or even a felony, against me.

At first, I found it extremely disorienting and disturbing to find myself accused and charged of something I did not do - especially when I had no previous experience in dealing with the police and the court system. Without an experienced criminal Attorney like Pat Stangl at my side, defending me and my legal rights, I would have found myself at the mercy of the State who cared little about my well-being or my innocence.

Pat’s experience and people skills were invaluable in ultimately getting my charges dismissed without going to trial.

I highly recommend giving Pat a call today if you find yourself accused of a crime.”

Mark

"After finding myself in a serious OWI predicament I was referred to Pat Stangl and Stangl Law offices,S.C. by a friend. One summer night my wife and I attended a music Festival in Northern Wisconsin. As we were leaving the festival my wife noticed lights behind us and I was stopped and ultimately arrested by a State Trooper for OWI. I submitted to the computerized breath test and my concentration came back at .18. The Officers claimed I was stumbling around my car before entering it and that I even fell over some bags of mulch outside a lumber store. Fortunately I had an independent witness who confirmed that these events never occurred. Attorney Stangl challenged the stop of my vehical and the officer testified about his claimed observations which were inaccurate. From the claimed vantage point of the officer there was simply no way he could have seen my vehical because of a hill. Attorney Stangl did an excellent job at the motion hearing and believed we had a very good chance of the Motion to Dismiss being granted. The judge even commented at the hearing that our witnesses testimony was credible. While we were waiting for the judges dicision the State realized that it had a significant chance of losing the motion and the matter was successfully resolved before the courts decision. I was not convicted of either OWI or PAC charge. Thanks to Attorney Stangl's knowledge, expertise and desire to win, I beat a very difficult case. Amazing!"

I looked long and hard for a good lawyer for my case and I found the right one. When I first talked to Pat Stangl I felt that he actually cared about getting the best deal for me, and he was personable. I don't say that about many people. I got a hell of a deal on my case, which the judge was reluctant to give, but ultimately did so. I saw a 1 star review that said it's hard to keep in contact with Stangl and get updates. This is simply not true. They will let you know what you need to know, when you need to know it. I am 100% satisfied with Pat Stangl's services and would call him up again if I were to go back in time. Thank you very much.

Pat did a phenomenal job representing me and thanks to his thorough, thoughtful and creative defense in my case I ended up with the results I wanted. He beat BOTH my charges! Attorney Stangl has the experience, credentials and proven track record of winning cases. If you find yourself in need of an attorney in the State of Wisconsin, look no further, give attorney Stangl a call. I'm certainly glad I did.

I called Pat for a consultation. On our very first conversation I explained my situation. Immediately after explaining my situation he said that he could take care of my problem. It was that fast. Felt very secure through whole process. BEST TRUCKING LAWYER EVER! Chet Marlowe

I was facing felony Owi and above the legal limit charges (4th) offence. I was going to lose my job and facing a year in prison. I contacted many attorneys before I talked with Pat. I knew after talking with him he was my only chance to save me from losing everything and sitting in jail. Pat was able to use his Owi experience, knowledge,and very strong negotiation skills to have my charges reduced. Thanks to Pat I do not have a felony on my record and I only sat 9 days in jail which enabled me to keep my job. I highly recommend him to anyone facing serious legal problems he is worth every penny. Thanks Pat for everything.
J.H.

"Its not whether you get knocked down its whether you get back up"- Vince Lombardi. In February 2019 I was knocked down hard. Twice in one night as a matter of fact. First I made a big mistake and then a police officer arresting me for DUI made a big mistake, although I didn't know it at the time. With a very ominous pending court date ahead of me I almost made another big mistake by not hiring representation. I was told by some that I had no chance to beat these DUI charges and not to waste my money on a DUI lawyer. DO NOT believe those that have no experience in law or courtroom procedures. Hire someone who does, hire the best you can, I recommend Patrick Stangl. Patrick Stangl literally changed my life for the better. He saved my reputation, my job, my self confidence and he saved me alot of money! If convicted I faced possible loss of job, very high fines, expensive insurance premiums for years to come, cost and embarrassment of having a blowtube installed in my vehicle and loss of freedom from losing my license. From the time of my first consultation with Pat he took the weight off my shoulders and carried it through the entire process. I only had to go to court one time! Patrick recognized that mistakes were probably made in my case and his strategy and courtroom presence were undeniable. I felt like we were in Patricks livingroom at court, he was that confident and in control. His cross examination of my arresting officer proved the officer was not being truthful. Ultimately the judge sided with Patrick and not the officer. Which led to my case being dismissed. Hiring Patrick Stangl was one of the best decisions I made in my life, I highly recommend you do the same. Dont go it alone, dont give up, dont think you dont have a chance. Hire a fighter....Hire Patrick Stangl.

Pat was very knowledgeable about all aspects of my owi case. He fought diligently and achieved a great outcome without me ever having to go to a court hearing. The price was upfront and worth every penny. Im very glad i had read prior reveiws and chose to contact him. If you need a lawer that knows how to get you what you deserve , call pat and let him fight for you. THANK YOU PAT , YOU ARE AWESOME!

My husband found himself in a difficult situation involving a motor vehicle and we hired Pat Stangl and Stangl Law Offices. Mr. Stangl worked very hard and successfully defended the charges leveled against my husband. I highly recommend and trust Pat Stangl based on my experience.

I received a drunk driving and refusal tickets along with a possession of THC. I hired Pat Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, S.C. and he went to work immediately. In analyzing the case he believed that the information provided to the police officer regarding the alleged driving of my vehicle was insufficient to warrant a stop of my vehicle under the Fourth Amendment. Pat’s legal analysis was spot on and after a hearing on the motion the court granted the motion and all of the evidence was thrown out. In an effort to avoid an appeal and further litigation my case was successfully resolved and I received an inattentive driving conviction. I can not say enough about Attorney Pat Stangl and Stangl Law Offices, S.C. I am extremely impresses with his knowledge of the law, the court system and the strategies he employed to successfully defend me. He is a relentless advocate, the Best of the Best!

W.B

Where do I start? Back in June of 2017 I was charged with a 2nd Degree Reckless Endangerment class G Felony. I was put on bail monitoring, & I hired an attorney right away. Over the course of months, I had a feeling that my attorney wasn’t being honest with me. I had a friend refer me to Pat, so I decided to switch attorneys. I was kicked out of bail monitoring due to my ignorance but Pat was able to get me back into bail monitoring. Despite all of the evidence against me, Pat was able to get me into the first offenders program and beat my first case. Once I was in the program I didn’t make it a priority as I should have, and on top of that I got another misdemeanor and felony bail jumping. I got kicked out the program in April 2018 and had a new court day set for the new charges against me. Despite all of that, I just recently “beat” the case with the help of Pat and was put back into the First Offenders Program. Pat has helped me get a second chance at life. This all happened within 2 years and a few months, I couldn’t have asked for a better attorney than Mr. Stangl. He is a very honest man and is very up front with you. I will definitely recommend Pat to anyone for any legal help. Thank you again Mr. Stangl at giving me a second chance at life, despite the circumstances.

Pat helped guide me into making the situation the best that it could be. He provided a folder with information that helped me get some pretty cheap insurance and ended up getting my case lowered a lot.

My name is Jesse . Pat Stangl came to the rescue. We had used him before. The understanding and patience that he has for his clients is amazing. Along with the great support he had for me. Explains processes and procedures. We will be forever be indebted to his service and if needed again he will be the first to call. We highly recommend Pat. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!! Jesse and kathy

My name is Garit, and I was referred to Stangl and Stangl Law Offices by a local attorney when I needed help for a serious legal offense. I met with Pat and liked him right away - he was friendly, relatable, and compassionate. I hired him, and he fought hard for me for over two years. Pat was caring, trustworthy, and always there for me when I needed him. He treated me with respect and was never judgmental. He kept me informed on my case, and did his best for me during a very difficult time in my life. Without his knowledge and hard work, I would have ended up in prison, but instead I received probation. I highly recommend his services, and am grateful for all he did and continues to do for me.

Patrick represented me when I was faced with an OWI situation. I had never been through anything like that, and I was extremely worried, and completely out of my depth. Patrick was able to see me the very next day, and even though I was still pretty shaken, was able to calm me down considerably by giving me all the facts concerning my situation. In fact, I left his office with a hand-out that proved invaluable. I was able to refer to it throughout the entire process. Patrick worked for many months to help me receive the most positive result possible given my situation. He was always available when I needed to get hold of him, even if it was only because I was concerned about something. It really wasn't necessary, because Patrick always had everything in hand. Patrick was able to find the appropriate expert to go through the details of my eating, drinking, and sleeping the day before and the day of my incident and pose questions regarding the result of the police examination on-site. Patrick also had several conferences with the court in order to discuss my case, and ultimately to arrange for my best outcome. And I didn't even have to go to court! Patrick Stangl is someone who knows his business, will work hard for you to get the best possible result, and you will NEVER feel like a number. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

After finally jumping through all the hoops with which Google threw at me for 'forgetting' a password I set 10 years ago, I now am more than pleased to write my review for my extremely capable lawyer and friend Pat Stangl.

This is actually the third instance that I've enlisted Pat's help. I can honestly state that each time I have been extremely pleased with the results. For each instance he's worked tirelessly on my behalf, making it appear to me that I was the #1 client on his list. He has been extremely thorough in explaining all the details of my cases, instructing me on the applicable laws, and offering me his professional opinions on which avenues to pursue. Furthermore his display of personal concern and friendly attitude put my somewhat troubled mind at rest with every contact. Of which there were many; always keeping me informed. And as I wrote above, I feel the outcomes I received in each of my cases were the 'best deals' possible.

So it is with great pleasure that I recommend Pat Stangl to anyone needing representation in legal matters, in particular OWI and all related issues. OK, so he may not be the cheapest in town, but he IS THE BEST!!

-Keith O-

Its been almost 11 years since Pat got me a second chance. I will honestly say if my family didn't find him I don't know where i would be in life. I got in a lot of trouble and needed some serious representation. Pat is a great Lawyer and I highly recommend him to any of my friends and family!!

"I was charged with a serious felony in Barron County and hired Pat Stangl. The State's theory was that I was under the influence and nearly hit a person walking on the side of the road. Throughout Pat's representation of me he never stopped fighting and because of his thorough investigation and knowledge of the law, I ended up with a misdemeanor traffic conviction without any jail time or probation. Attorney Stangl and his staff fought tirelessly for me and achieved an excellent result. I give Stangl Law Offices the highest recommendation."

I was referred to Pat Stangl by a Madison court reporter. She told me he is the best person for my case! I was pulled over and cited with an OWI. The officer also claimed that I was in possession of illegal drugs, and the matter was referred for criminal prosecution. I hired Pat Stangl of Stangl Law Offices, and they did a remarkable job. He successfully dealt with the OWI and thankfully, I was not charged with any criminal offense regarding the alleged possession. The OWI was decreased, and the possession, BAC, and minor traffic violations were all dismissed. I HIGHLY recommend Pat Stangl and Stangl Law Offices. They were professional, and dealt with my cases in a direct and quick manner, and I obtained excellent results. M.M.

I recently sought defense counsel for an issue I had. Patrick Stangl was very knowledgeable about the law and my case. He was very supportive and was able to get me the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Stangl Law.

"I had an unfortunate family situation involving a child which resulted in me being charged with felony child abuse. as you can imagine I was overwhelmed and scared about how this may impact my employment and my future. My husband and I decided it was critical to find the best defense attorney available and we contacted Attorney Stangl. Even before I was formally charged Pat went to work to proactively deal with the forthcoming criminal charges. Pat demonstrated to the DA that the alleged incident was blown out of proportion and that, under the circumstances, criminal charges were not appropriate. Pat was able to get my felony child abuse charge amended to an ordinance violation for disorderly conduct.
Attorney Stangl is extremely knowledgeable, proactive and very well respected as a defense attorney. He and his staff were extremely supportive of me during this difficult time and the quality of his work speaks for itself. If I could give him more than five stars I would!!!!"SLM

Like everyone, I made a mistake, but I made one mistake in my recent past that resulted to few days in jail then two criminal misdemeanors charges which if convicted would be the end of my life in the US since I am not an American citizen. Finding the right attorney while dealing with the charges stress were unbelievably overwhelming, I looked a lot online trying to find the attorney that will save my future. I talked with many lawyers, Attorney Stangl invited me to his firm for a free consultation, he was so professional, confident and understanding. honestly, I decided to go with him the same day I met him, and I will forever be thankful to him.

He took care of my case, not just the criminal side of it, but the immigration side of it as well. He got me out of my both charges with some community service and everything was dismissed, he updated me on my case at all time. I didn’t even need to appear to court not even once which was amazing. Everything went smooth and I could never recommend a better lawyer than Mr. Patrick (especially if you aren’t an American citizen). Thank you for giving me a new opportunity in life.

I found myself in a position nobody would want to be in. I was facing OWI and driving above the legal limit chargers as a sixth offense and looking at a for sure prison sentence. The prosecutor wanted me to go to prison.I literally had everything on the line including my family, my job, and my home. If I went to prison I would lose it all.l knew that if that if there was anyone that could help me it was Attorney Pat Stangl. As you can imagine it was a very, very stressful time in my life. I trusted Pat and his staff completely and he was able to get the sixth offense reduced. Pat saved me from a prison sentence and from losing everything I had worked so hard for all my life.i learned a lot of valuable lessons from this terrible experience and one of them was forget the rest, just hire the BEST!
thank you Pat you gave me my life and future back."
Shawn j.

I was referred to Pat by a friend after my case was mangled by a different attorney. My case was complex both because of the errors my initial attorney made and the charges being brought against me - an OWI and Implied Consent Violation. Dismayed, I contacted Pat from my disadvantageous position in the hopes of having a fighting chance. From a professional standpoint, I couldn't afford the reputational damage of a DUI. Although the nature of my case was very difficult, Pat decided to take over my case to try and help. With the intricate precision of a surgeon, Pat picked up the fractured remains left over from my previous attorney and pieced together a cohesive and convincing argument winning a resounding victory! From the moment I met Pat I could tell he had a deliberate mindset and heart of a champion. He takes an emotional stake in his craft, clients, and reputation - a crucial characteristic in anyone entrusted with important life matters. I could not be more relieved and happy with his results and recommend him highly.

- A Former Badger Athlete

" I was charged with three very serious felonies and a misdemeanor arising out of a marijuana grow operation. I realized I was in serious trouble and a felony conviction could ruin everything including my business, reputation and family life. I reached out to Attorney Stangl because I know he is a highly respected defence attorney who gets results in difficult and hopeless cases. I am grateful he agreed to take my case. Attorney Stangl's aggressive and thorough defense and "never say die" attitude resulted in a settlement in my case a couple of days prior to a three hour hearing on two motions to suppress evidence which he had filed. Thanks to his skillset I have an opportunity to end up without a felony conviction and was only convicted of an unclassified misdemeanor. All I can say is I give him the highest recommendation possible " Craig Johnson.

I was indicted in federal court for embezzling funds from a bank and another organization. I was also charged in state court with the same thefts. I discovered Pat Stangl and called him up about potential representation. I also spoke with some other prominent criminal defense attorneys in Wisconsin. I ultimately hired Pat to help me based on a number of reasons including his experience in defending white collar cases in federal and state courts, his stellar reputation and proven track record of winning hard cases. I could also tell when I met him that he would do everything to help me.

I was in an extremely difficult position and facing prison time. Pat fought for me for well over a year and managed to get the state case dismissed. Even though the government was dead set on sending me to prison thanks to Pat I did not do a single day in jail or prison. I now have a chance to make things right and move on with my life. I highly recommend Pat if you find yourself in serious trouble like I did. Both he and his staff are incredibly professional and work tirelessly to help and it is with good reason that he has been recognized nationally for his excellence in criminal defense and in the service of his client's.

Attorney Stangl was the 3rd lawyer I contacted after receiving a DUI. From our first meeting I knew I made the right choice. I did not even have to step foot in front of a judge, Attorney Stangl represented my 100%. He was able to get the charges amended to reckless driving. So glad I did my research and found the BEST attorney! I highly recommend Attorney Pat Stangl - his slogan rings true, "In a tangle? Call Pat Stangl."

Hands down, Pat Stangl and his staff at Stangl Law Offices are the best in the business. His approach to your individual rights and legal defense are outstanding to say the least. I’ve asked Attorney Stangl to represent me in times of chaos, always resulting in an excellent outcome. People hire attorneys in times of fear and desperation. Pat’s personal, “hands on” approach with his clients make our experiences with the judicial system quick and painless to say the least. I’ve referred many clients as well as personal friends to Stangl Law Offices, all ending with great results. I’ll continue to do so. Thank you Pat.

" I was charged in an OWI and PAC as a sixth offense. I was in deep, deep trouble, terrified and facing a prison sentence. I didn't know where to turn until I found Pat Stangl. I felt very lucky that he took my case and he was very understanding and supportive of my predicament. He told me the only way out was either outright dismissal of both charges or to be found not guilty by a jury on both charges. Pat aggressively defended my case at every turn. He used every weapon in his arsenal including an attack on the court's probable cause finding and an unsuccessful motion to dismiss but he never stopped fighting for me. After aggressively defending me for over two years, the case finally went to jury trial.

During the trial after the close of the State's evidence he moved to dismiss the prohibited alcohol concentration count on the grounds of insufficiency of the evidence. The court agreed that the State's expert witness failed to establish that their blood test was relevant given the lack of any evidence regarding the time of the alleged operation/driving of my vehicle. The court agreed that and dismissed that count. The remaining OWI count was presented to the jury and after deliberating for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes the jury returned a verdict of Not Guilty. Words cannot describe how impressed I am with his skills as a defense attorney. Not only that, he really cared about winning my case and about me as a person. Simply put, he is THE BEST! Period."

Teresa Poirier

After being charged with an OWI in December of 2011, it caused significant havoc on both my personal and work life especially since I drive a company provided vehicle. The circumstances of my alleged OWI were unique in that it involved a bar fight which included several people, one of which ended up in the hospital. After talking to several attorneys, I was essentially told that I would be able to avoid an interlock ignition device (as my BAC was recorded >.15) but an OWI conviction was rather imminent. Luckily before choosing any other attorney, a close relative recommended I give Pat Stangl a call. WAS I GLAD I MADE THAT CALL!! Not only did Attorney Stangl return my call within an hour, he listened to my whole story and advised me on several different defense options. When talking to Attorney Stangl, I quickly realized the vast amount of experience he had working drunken driving cases as well as his knowledge of the local law enforcement and prosecuting attorney that I was being charged by. After battling the prosecution for nearly 2 YEARS, my OWI was dropped to a reckless driving. During that time frame, Attorney Stangl never lost the slightest bit of interest (nor charged any extra fees) in my case and stayed in constant contact to let me know what was happening. Whenever I am asked for any criminal defense attorney recommendations, especially those that involve drunk driving, the answer is very simple…. CALL PAT STANGL!!!! HE WILL HELP!! THANKS PAT!!