Criminal Defense Lawyers

Defending State and Federal Charges in Minnesota & Wisconsin

Since 1983 Deborah Ellis has provided defense to individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges. She represents clients in both state and federal courts in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Some of the most common issues we handle for clients throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin are listed below:

• Appeals
• Assault / Battery
• Burglary / Armed Robbery
• Criminal Sexual Conduct
• Domestic Assault
• Drinking and Driving Offenses
• Drugs / Controlled Substances
• Expungements
• Forfeiture of Property
• Juvenile Offenses
• Order for Protection (OFP)
• Post Conviction Relief
• Theft
• Vehicular Homicide / Manslaughter
• Wire / Mail Fraud - Money Laundering - Embezzlement

Criminal Jury Trials

Whether your situation involves a felony or misdemeanor, being charged with a crime requires the experience of a dedicated and aggressive lawyer. Attorney Deborah Ellis is a highly skilled trial attorney, a staff member at the Trial Lawyer's College in Dubois, Wyoming, and truly dedicated to obtaining the best possible result on your behalf.

Appellate and Post-Conviction Relief

Deborah Ellis has handled over 100 appeals at the Minnesota appellate level and the 8th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals. Her experience handling appeals and post-conviction proceedings provides valuable help to those who have been convicted of a crime. Even after trial, it may be possible to appeal and challenge the legality of the criminal process and obtain a reduced sentence or overturn your conviction entirely.

Civil Forfeiture

Deborah Ellis provides experienced legal help to individuals during government attempts to forfeit items of property that were either used in criminal activity, facilitated the activity or were paid for by proceeds of criminal activity. Property can include homes, vehicles, boats, businesses, farms and money.

Federal Criminal Defense

Federal sentencing guidelines are severe and mandatory minimum prison sentences can place a person's freedom on hold for many years. Deborah Ellis is dedicated to aggressively defending people that face federal charges, including drug offenses, conspiracy, robbery, fraud and weapons violations.

Learn more about how Deborah Ellis can serve your legal needs and protect your rights in a criminal matter. Contact her firm today to schedule a complimentary case evaluation.