WHITE-COLLAR CRIMINAL DEFENSE
At Mahany & Ertl, you will never be backed into a corner. We take the government from the first day of our representation. Our goal is to stop the prosecution early on in their investigation. Our lawyers have been able to secure non-criminal referrals throughout the United States. We have also secured dismissals of existing charges.
If an indictment has already been made, we deploy a proven motion and discovery strategy designed to explore and exploit weaknesses in the government's case. If all else fails, we stand fully prepared to try - and win - your case.
While no lawyer can guarantee a favorable outcome, our model has been successfully developed and refined over the years. We now have a success record that no one can match.
Most law firms will "promise the moon" only to recommend a plea bargain as trial approaches. At Mahany & Ertl, we believe the best defense is an aggressive and strong offense.
Behind the scenes, we employ the finest team of highly skilled forensic accountants and investigators. Our team includes well-respected former federal agents that understand the government's "play book" and know where to unearth hidden or concealed evidence favorable for the defense.
We also are unique in our use of jury consultants, forensic psychologists, and focus groups. If trial is necessary, we pride ourselves on being better prepared than the government and best prepared to present your story to a jury in a way they will understand.
Whether you ultimately go to trial or elect a negotiated strategy, our defense team will be fully prepared to go to trial and therefore best able to advise you on the strengths and weaknesses of the government's case against you. We can often negotiate a plea proposal that avoids prison.
Brian Mahany & Christopher Ertl know that when you hire a lawyer you expect someone competent in the law. All good lawyers master the law. To us, being the best means we try to shape the law and define its future for our clients. If you are under investigation or charged with a serious offense such as tax evasion, money laundering or fraud, call Attorneys Brian Mahany & Christopher Ertl. Call the team that understands white-collar criminal defense.
CRIMINAL LAW
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A criminal record can haunt you for years. With Wisconsin's "3 strikes" law, the potential consequences of an arrest may haunt you for life. Whether you made a bad choice, were falsely accused or just in the wrong place at the wrong time, don't gamble your freedom and future. Hire lawyers who have extensive trial experience and who know the law. Hire Mahany & Ertl.
Brian Mahany, Christopher Ertl and Scott Wells have successfully represented criminal defendants locally and across the United States from Hawaii to Maine.