Criminal Defense Law & More Attorney · Serving Madison, WI · 49+ Years Experience
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About David D. Relles at a Glance
David D. Relles is a Member based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Relles, Long & Milliken, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1977), District of Columbia (1977), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1977). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1977) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dane County Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David D. Relles
- Atty. David D. Relles is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, medical negligence law, criminal defense law and 5 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Relles, Long & Milliken, LLP in Madison, WI
Practice Areas Explained
David D. Relles's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David D. Relles handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Madison.
Personal Injury in Madison
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Madison
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Madison
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Madison
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David D. Relles is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Government & Administrative Law in Madison
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Madison
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Madison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Madison Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Madison-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Madison Choose David D. Relles
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David D. Relles's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David D. Relles brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin, District of Columbia, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, David D. Relles can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and business, David D. Relles can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Madison
A Madison-based practice means David D. Relles attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David D. Relles Handles in Madison
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David D. Relles has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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