Amy Scholz

Amy Scholz is a Wisconsin criminal defense lawyer at Grieve Law, representing clients in OWI and serious criminal cases. Her practice includes DUI/OWI, drug offenses, domestic violence, firearm-related matters, sexual offenses, homicide, and general criminal defense. She brings 16 years of experience and a former State Criminal Prosecutor background to defense work, using negotiation, motion practice, and trial preparation to challenge charges and protect client rights with steady strategic care and focused advocacy.

Amy earned her J.D. from the University of Akron School of Law in 2008. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2005, focusing on Political Science and Legal Science. She became a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin in 2010. Her education and courtroom background support her ability to analyze evidence, prepare defenses, and guide clients through stressful criminal proceedings with clarity and practical confidence.

Amy has achieved results in felony and misdemeanor matters, including charge reductions, dismissals, reduced penalties, and findings of Not Guilty at trial. Her official profile notes trial success in cases ranging from OWI to sexual assault. She has been recognized as a Wisconsin Rising Star by Super Lawyers and has received honors from the National Trial Lawyers Association, Avvo.com, Milwaukee Magazine, and other legal groups for statewide defense advocacy work.

Amy Scholz approaches criminal defense with direct advocacy, detailed preparation, and a clear focus on protecting each client’s future. Her past prosecutorial experience helps her evaluate how criminal allegations may be presented and challenged. Whether addressing OWI allegations, drug charges, domestic violence claims, firearm issues, sexual offenses, homicide cases, or broader defense matters, Amy works to pursue strong outcomes through strategy, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy for clients across Wisconsin.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Grieve Law Criminal Defense
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Member, The National Trial Lawyers Association, Top 40 Under 40
• Member, The National Trial Lawyers Association, Top 100
• Member, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Akron School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin
  BA in Political Science & Legal Studies

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