David Stegall | Madison Criminal Defense Lawyer

• Member | State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member | Wisconsin Association for Justice
• Member | American Inns of Court
• Member | Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member | Dane County Bar Association

• Platinum Client Champion Martindale-Hubbell
  2019
• Cum Laude Marquette University Law School
  2006
• Distinguished Military Graduate United States Army
  1997

Here are two examples. Criminal sexual assault cases can be some of the most difficult to defend against for a variety of reasons. In this case, the State charged my client with three counts of 1st Degree Sexual Assault. The allegation was that my client sexually assaulted another person nearly a decade prior. My client adamantly maintained his innocence. Given the age of the allegations we had somewhat limited defense options because the client could not remember with certainty where he was on a certain date over a decade prior. Nonetheless through hard work and exhaustive pretrial preparation, we were able to obtain not guilty verdicts on all counts. This case also demonstrates the importance of good trial preparation. My client was involved in a rear-end car accident. As is often the case, the insurance company argued that the client's back injury was not caused by the accident. The insurance company hired a doctor to advance this argument for them. At trial, Attorney Stegall impeached the insurance company doctor with documents indicating his medical license had been revoked in other states. At the end of his cross examination, the insurance company surrendered and agreed to pay the client more than $165,000, which was a 750% increase over what the insurance company offered to settle the case before trial.

First, I am fortunate to be part of a great law firm that has been helping people for over 60 years. Being able tap into that collective wealth of experience has been invaluable and helps me achieve great results for my clients. Second, to the extent I am considered a successful lawyer it is because I believe I am always focusing on my client's needs and doing everything that I can to help him/her obtain the best possible outcome.

In my opinion, you should look to retain a lawyer for your case that you believe is competent and communicates well with you. You can, and should, research potential attorneys online to learn more about their experiences and current practice areas. Positive signs for an attorney include a list of prior successful results and positive reviews from former clients. Attorneys that offer a free initial consultation is a good way to start so you can get a better feel for the attorney's knowledge, experience, and personality.

It can be very important depending on the case. Sometimes knowing the players/personalities involved is as, if not more important, than the specific facts and circumstances of a particular case.

I offer no cost, no obligation consultations so I can learn more about your specific legal needs and offer some recommendations on how to proceed. Often times, legal matters are complex and do not lend themselves well to simple, online case submissions. In my experience, a free phone consultation is a good way for the attorney to learn more about your situation and for you to learn more about the attorney's services.

There are no hard and fast rules as it depends on the specifics of your case. However, if you have been served court documents, or documents from the police or an insurance company, those are typically important to have with you during the call.

I recognize that in your search for legal assistance, it can seem as if there are almost an infinite number of lawyers. I believe the vast majority of lawyers that you will encounter will be competent. The vast majority are ethical. The vast majority of lawyers will be reasonably to very knowledgeable. I have come to know most of the other quality lawyers throughout Wisconsin. Almost to a person, they are each very nice and thoughtful. They are well intended experts. Their expertise is worthwhile.Those lawyers approach working with a client like you, disseminating their expertise, in a very tactical, clinical, one off way. They are your lawyer only for as long as your case is active. Once your case is done, they are moving on to the next client, and the next one, so on. If that is what you want you should interview those attorneys. I play a totally different game. I strive to become your trusted legal advisor for life. I give you the recommendations that I think are in your best interest. I do not charge you more than your case demands and I do not charge you less. I explain my rationale for why I believe you should take certain actions. I give you perspectives that I believe are insightful and strategically more meaningful. I revere my clients and treasure seeing them succeed not only in their case, but in their lives. Finally, I honestly believe my outcomes are superior compared to other attorneys. I do not put anyone down or speak ill of other attorneys. I value everyone

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