J.D., University of Cincinnati College of Law
Glenn earned his Juris Doctor in 2002, building the legal foundation used in criminal defense strategy, advocacy and client representation.
Madison WI Criminal Defense Attorney
Glenn E. Avena
Juvenile, Student & Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving Madison and South-Central Wisconsin
When a young person, student, or family member is facing criminal charges, the right defense strategy can protect more than a case. It can protect a future.
Juvenile & Student DefenseFocused on records, education and future opportunities.
Criminal Defense StrategyDefense for OWI/DUI, drug charges, misdemeanors and felonies.
Spanish-Speaking AttorneyServing English- and Spanish-speaking families.
Why Families Call Glenn
A Criminal Charge Should Not Define a Young Person’s Future
Glenn E. Avena represents juveniles, students, young adults, families, and adults facing criminal allegations throughout Madison, Dane County, and South-Central Wisconsin.
His work focuses on protecting records, education, scholarships, employment opportunities, driving privileges, licensing, and long-term reputation.
Juvenile Defense
Student Criminal Defense
Underage Alcohol Charges
Fake ID / Minor in Possession
DUI / OWI Defense
Drug Charges
Domestic Violence
Felony & Misdemeanor Defense
Student Criminal Defense
Underage Alcohol Charges
Fake ID / Minor in Possession
DUI / OWI Defense
Drug Charges
Domestic Violence
Felony & Misdemeanor Defense
Education & Legal Training
Legal Education and Criminal Justice Foundation
M.S., Criminal Justice
Michigan State University, 1999. Graduate-level criminal justice study supports understanding of procedure, policing, courts and case development.
B.A., Criminal Justice
Michigan State University, 1997. Criminal justice education strengthens Glenn’s focus on criminal law, public safety systems and defense planning.
Wisconsin Courts
Admitted to practice in the State of Wisconsin, all courts.
Federal Court Admission
Admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin.
United States Army Veteran
Served 1991-1995. Glenn brings discipline, preparation and mission-focused advocacy to criminal defense.
Professional Memberships & Community Connections
Connected to Wisconsin’s Legal and Civic Community
American Bar AssociationNational legal organizationDefense Focus
Cases Glenn E. Avena Handles
Protecting education, records and future opportunities
Fast defense for cases that can affect school, work and driving
Strategic representation when the accusation is personal
Guidance for charges, conditions, violations and next steps
Serving South-Central Wisconsin
Criminal Defense Attorney Serving 14 Wisconsin Counties
Avena Law Office, LLC is based in Madison and represents juveniles, students, young adults, families and adults in courts throughout South-Central Wisconsin.
Madison Home Office
1402 Greenway Cross, Suite 202, Madison, WI 53713
1402 Greenway Cross, Suite 202, Madison, WI 53713
Use the Madison office as the starting point for defense planning, court preparation and next-step guidance across the counties listed below.
Talk to Avena Law Office Today
Protect the Future Before the Case Gets Worse
If your child, student, or family member has been charged, take action now.
This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Contacting Avena Law Office does not create an attorney-client relationship.