John C. Orth
John C. Orth
★★★★★
"John C. Orth is an excellent attorney, who represented me to the fullest. Mr. Orth values his customers and worked very hard to get my charges dropped. I highly recommend this attorney, and this law office."
Timo G.· Google
★★★★★
"John took on my case that 3 other lawyers had declined. He was ultimately able to drop the charge completely… John took the right action and got my charges dropped. Highly recommend and will use again if needed!"
Jamani B.· Google
★★★★★
"What John accomplished for me is unheard of and saved my life… He kept fighting and he came through. Every single case and charge — found not guilty on all counts."
Nick S.· Google
Attorney Orth graduated from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2003. Following an internship with the Wisconsin Supreme Court, he joined Mays Law Office in 2004. Since that time, he has dedicated his career exclusively to criminal and traffic defense. With extensive negotiation, litigation, trial and appellate experience, he possesses the breadth of expertise to handle all aspects of your criminal and traffic defense needs. His approach to his practice is aggressive and tireless advocacy, empathy for his clients, and a fundamental focus on minimizing the disruption and damage posed by legal difficulties.
Areas of Practice
Criminal Defense
Traffic Defense
OWI Defense
Bar Admissions
Wisconsin, 2003
U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin, 2005
Education
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
- JD
- Honors: Dean’s List
University of Wisconsin – Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
- B.B.A., Finance
Honors and Awards
Eagle Scout
Professional Associations and Memberships
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member
Dane County Criminal Defense Association, Member
Past Employment Positions
Wisconsin Supreme Court, Intern, 2003 to 2004
Whether you need a trusted, competent criminal defense lawyer or OWI defense lawyer to take your criminal or DUI case and defend you, or you need a knowledgeable workers' compensation lawyer to handle your claim, we have the experience, the knowledge, and the compassion to find the right solution for you.