Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Sturgeon Bay, WI · 54+ Years Experience
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About Stephen P. Johnson at a Glance
Stephen P. Johnson is a Member based in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, practicing at Steve Johnson Law Office. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, bankruptcy, poa, and debt settlement. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1972), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1972) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of President, 1989-1990, Door-Kewaunee Bar Association and State Bar of Wisconsin. Serves clients in Sturgeon Bay, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen P. Johnson
- Atty. Stephen P. Johnson is a lawyer practicing dui/dwi, criminal defense, power of attorney and 1 other area of law
- Stephen P. received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Stephen P. practices at Steve Johnson Law Office in Sturgeon Bay, WI
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Stephen P. Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen P. Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sturgeon Bay.
DUI / DWI Defense in Sturgeon Bay
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Criminal Defense in Sturgeon Bay
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Sturgeon Bay
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Power of Attorney in Sturgeon Bay
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Debt Settlement in Sturgeon Bay
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sturgeon Bay
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 Sturgeon Bay 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.
Sturgeon Bay Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sturgeon Bay-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 Sturgeon Bay Choose Stephen P. Johnson
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 Stephen P. Johnson's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, bankruptcy, poa, and debt settlement.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen P. Johnson brings 54+ 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, U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, Stephen P. Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and bankruptcy, Stephen P. Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sturgeon Bay
A Sturgeon Bay-based practice means Stephen P. Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stephen P. Johnson Handles in Sturgeon Bay
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