Englund & Associates
Attorney Jay Englund
Achieving the desired result in a criminal case isn't a magic trick; instead, it is done by getting to know each of my clients, an exhaustive review of the evidence and working to be the most prepared attorney in the courtroom. My mission is simple . . . to provide the best possible defense to each and every one of my clients.
Jay Englund
Assistant
Criminal Defense Practice
Jay Englund focuses his practice on criminal defense. He has defended thousands of people charged in a wide range of criminal and traffic offenses ranging from the most serious felonies to minor traffic violations. Before starting Englund & Associates Law Office LLC, Attorney Englund gained valuable experience while working for one of the largest law firms in the eight county area of central Wisconsin. Before private practice, Attorney Englund clerked with the Eau Claire County Public Defender's Office and at the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office, both of which provided him with invaluable knowledge of the criminal justice system. Attorney Englund's experience and knowledge, coupled with his skills as a litigator and advocate, has created a record of acquittals, dismissals, and favorable settlements/plea bargains.
Recognized as One of the Best
Attorney Englund has been recognized as one of the state's outstanding young lawyers in recent years. This recognition includes being awarded the Avvo Clients' Choice Award in 2018, and being named a "Rising Star" in the 2008, 2009, 2015, and 2016 editions of "Wisconsin Super Lawyers." Jay currently defends people against all types of criminal charges, appearing on a regular basis in Juneau County Circuit Court in Mauston, Wisconsin, Sauk County Circuit Court in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Columbia County Circuit Court in Portage, Wisconsin, Monroe County Circuit Court in Sparta, Wisconsin and Adams County Circuit Court in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Recommended by Clients
In 2015 (as well as 2012 and 2013) Jay earned the Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell, based on client recommendations of Attorney Englund's communications ability, responsiveness, quality of service, and value for money. Less than 1% of the 900,000+ attorneys listed on martindale.com and lawyers.com have been awarded this Martindale-Hubbell honor of distinction.
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Initial Consultation in Baraboo or Lake Delton/Wisconsin Dells
If you are under investigation or have been charged with a misdemeanor, felony, or a drunk driving offense, Jay will be happy to provide you with a professional analysis of your case either over the telephone or in person at either the Lake Delton/Wisconsin Dells law office, or the Baraboo/Sauk County law office.
The Personal Side
Jay enjoys spending time with his wife, Elisa, and their children Allie and Luke. When not with his family, he enjoys fishing, golfing, and camping.
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Areas of Practice
- 100% Criminal Law
Bar Admissions
- Wisconsin, 2004
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, 2004
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, 2004
Education
- J.D., Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, WI, 2004
- B.A., University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, WI, Criminal Justice, 2000
Past Employment Positions
- Curran, Hollenbeck, and Orton SC, 2004-2010
- Assistant City of Mauston and Village of Necedah Prosecutor, 2004 - 2008
- Waukesha District Attorney's Office (Intern), 2003-2004
- American Family Insurance (Insurance Defense), 2002-2003
- Eau Claire Public Defender's Office (Intern), 2000
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Sauk County Bar Association, Member, 2007 - Present
- Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (WACDL), Member, 2005 - Present
- Wisconsin Bar Association, Member, 2004 - Present
- American Bar Association (ABA), Member, 2004 - Present
- Juneau County Bar Association, Member, 2004 - Present
- Sauk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, Member, 2014 - Present
Awards and Distinctions
- Avvo Clients' Choice Award: 2018
- Nation's Top One Percent Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel: 2015, 2016
- Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell: 2012, 2013, 2015
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Wisconsin, The National Trial Lawyers Association: 2014
- Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Association: 2013
- Rising Star, Wisconsin SuperLawyers: 2008, 2009, 2015, 2016
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Client Reviews for Criminal Defense Lawyer
"Jay Englund is a Barracuda.
"If you want a knowledgeable no nonsense barracuda, that knows what he is doing, and has the rapport with other attorneys to get the job done. DO NOT WAIT!!!!! Put him on retainer NOW!!!! Judges, District attorneys, defense attorneys they all at the core are Lawyers!!! You want someone they respect, and knows what he has to do...say...and the drive to do it..... Put him on retainer NOW!!!! He saved my bacon..."
"Jay DOMINATES the courtroom.
"I knew that Jay had spent countless hours going over every little detail of my case, but I didn't realize is how effective he is in the court room. I walked into the courtroom with an uneasy feeling, but as the minutes ticked on and Jay started presenting evidence, I quickly gained more and more confidence. After 30 minutes of bringing up things that even I had forgotten about, quoting case law off the top of his head, and strategically questioning witnesses, there was no doubt HE had convinced the judge to throw out my case. And that's exactly what happened!"
"Attorney Englund holds the secret decoder ring for Wisconsin criminal law.
"We engaged Attorney Englund's representation on behalf of a family member, He and his staff are knowledgeable, decisive, proactive, and delivered the best and least expensive possible outcome. If the need arose, I would not hesitate to hire him again."
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