Steve Miller

Criminal Defense Attorney

Your life is worth defending. Steve Miller has spent four decades building the legal arguments to prove your innocence. A criminal defense strategist who wins cases through pretrial motions, suppression arguments, and appeals that most attorneys never see coming. Steve makes sure nothing is left on the table.

 

Your case is next.
This is who you want building your defense from the ground up.

Steve Miller

Steve Miller

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Wisconsin's Top Criminal Defense Strategist.

When the right argument wins before trial. Forty years of experience. No stone unturned.

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“Creative, persuasive, and strategic pretrial litigation not only positions a case for success at trial but can eliminate the need for a trial. By applying decades of legal research and analytical skills to the unique facts about your case, our team can shape litigation in your favor and maximize your chances of a positive outcome. You are assured that no stone is left unturned, no matter how complex or fundamental the legal issues in your case may be.”

~ Steve Miller

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Nelson Defense Group is the shield that protects you –
giving voice to your story when it matters most.

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About
Steve Miller

BIO

Steve’s legal career spans decades of litigation and legal strategy, bringing exceptional writing and research skills to every case he handles in criminal defense.



 

Career Highlights


 

  • Began his legal career in 1985 as a student intern with the Wisconsin Attorney General’s Office.

  • By 1987, was running a civil and criminal litigation practice with a strong emphasis on appeals.


  • Since 1996, has focused primarily on criminal defense, handling pretrial motions, post-conviction motions, and appeals across virtually every area of criminal law.


  • Plays a crucial role in crafting effective arguments for matters such as Motions to Suppress, Limiting Evidence, modifying jury instructions, and framing powerful sentencing arguments.

  • Excels at breaking down complex issues, articulating them clearly, and ensuring they are positioned strategically to maximize impact in court.


Certifications and Specializations


 

  • Certified by the Wisconsin State Public Defender in Levels 1, 2, and 3 (including first-degree homicide).


  • Certified in Juvenile Law (Chapters 48 and 938), Mental Health, Guardianship & Protective Placement (Chapters 51 and 55), and Termination of Parental Rights.

  • Brings deep knowledge across these areas, allowing him to approach each case with a comprehensive perspective and a commitment to delivering results.


 

Professional Leadership


 

  • Served for five years on the Board for the Appellate Practice Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin.


  • Recognized for his ability to frame issues and craft compelling legal arguments, ensuring that clients receive the best possible chance for success.

 

Steve’s work reflects his belief that strong legal arguments, strategy, and clarity are essential to defending clients and protecting their futures.

AWARDS

2022 - Superlawyer

EDUCATION

University of Wisconsin Law School

We don’t just defend cases,
we defend people.

Aaron A. Nelson and his team focuses on the following practice areas and is available throughout the state of Wisconsin.