David Patton | Racine Criminal Defense Lawyer

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About David

A versatile, innovative, and adaptable attorney with an attitude of service and broad experience who meets challenges with open-eyed optimism and solutions-oriented creativity, David cares about your case almost as much as you do. He's here to fight for you and to serve as your concierge throughout your encounter with the legal system

David gets great results for his clients. With David, you can expect

fierce courtroom advocacy;
a compassionate and listening ear;
an adviser offering you advanced strategic and tactical advice;
hard-line negotiating on your behalf;
a trusted guide through the legal wilderness;
aggressive motion practice to accomplish your goals;
established relationships with the players in the system;
ability to leverage the best science through experts on subjects from retrograde analysis to forensic accounting to forensic metadata analysis.

David has also served as in-house counsel for federally-recognized Indian tribes. He prosecuted child protection, criminal, and regulatory matters. He also advised the Real Estate, Housing, Health, and Human Services, and Natural Resources departments. His breadth of experience will ensure that every aspect of your case is addressed.

Prior to law school, David was a teacher and theatre practitioner which uniquely qualifies him for defending your rights. His job was to create effective presentations and performances. Much like a litigator arranging a trial, he arranged discrete parts for maximum impact. He developed a talent for translating extensive technical research into readable documents and engaging presentations, without compromising intelligence and professionalism. His skills as a counselor and advisor will give you the comfort of understanding what is happening and what your options are at every step of your case.

David is a father of two and a devoted husband. In his free time, you'd probably find him spending time with the family or reading anything from economic treatises to comic books (especially Daredevil).

We offer an initial strategy session at a deep discount and we'll gladly discuss your case with you at your convenience. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Experience

Owner

Patton Law Office, S.C.

Present

Racine, WI

Admission

Verified Wisconsin

2019

Verified Minnesota

2015

Verified South Dakota

2013

Education

Union Presbyterian Seminary

Masters (Ethics and Theology)

N/A

College of William and Mary

Bachelors (English)

N/A

Virginia Commonwealth University

Masters (Theatre Pedagogy)

2007

University of Minnesota Law School

JD

05/2013

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Federal Bar Admissions: District of Minnesota; Eastern District of Michigan
  • Tribal Bar Admissions: Prairie Island Indian Community, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Tribal Court, Mille Lacs Court of Central Jurisdiction
Honors / Awards
  • Certified Child Welfare Legal Specialist National Association of Children's Counsel
    2019
  • Bernard P. Becker Public Interest Awardee Minnesota State Bar Association
    2013

Notable Work

Cases

State v. C.L.

Misd. Theft dismissed outright.

State v. B.F.

Felony Child Abuse reduced to Disorderly Conduct.

State v. M.W.

Felony Child Abuse reduced to Disorderly Conduct Ticket.

Publications

47 GONZ. L. REV 767 () Tribal Law and Order Act of : Breathing Life in to the Miner's Canary

2012 / 2010 / 2012

Founded 2021

Patton Law Office, S.C. Highlights

Criminal, Family Law, Juvenile Law, Native People

Firm Size: 1+
Firm Locations: 1
Languages: English