Christopher J. Cherella

Christopher J. Cherella is a seasoned Milwaukee criminal defense attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. He handles a wide range of criminal matters—from traffic infractions to serious felony charges—throughout the state of Wisconsin and in federal court. His practice is dedicated to giving clients personalized, responsive representation backed by extensive courtroom experience and a long track record of favorable outcomes.

Mr. Cherella earned his J.D. from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1991. He holds a B.S. from Marquette University.

Mr. Cherella began his legal career in private practice shortly after graduating from law school. From 1996 to 1998, he operated his own firm before joining the City of Milwaukee as a prosecutor. In 2001, he returned to private practice and has since served as a sole practitioner, ensuring clients always work directly with him, not associates or staff attorneys.

Mr. Cherella has represented clients in hundreds of criminal cases and is experienced with procedures in both Wisconsin state courts and the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. His areas of defense include OWI/DUI, domestic violence, sex crimes, drug offenses, white collar crimes, and violent felonies.

Unlike large firms, Christopher J. Cherella limits his client base to maintain high-quality, personalized service. He believes in handling every case personally and keeping lines of communication open. Clients speak directly with him and receive timely responses and strategic guidance at every stage of the legal process.

Mr. Cherella is available 24/7 for legal emergencies. With his strong courtroom presence, detailed legal knowledge, and decades of experience, he provides trustworthy defense representation tailored to the individual needs of each client.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Law Offices of Christopher J. Cherella
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
• Former Prosecutor, City of Milwaukee

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Dayton School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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