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.
Student Defense
DUI / OWI
Drug Charges
Se habla español
Client Trust & Third-Party Ratings
Highly Rated by Clients Across Wisconsin
Families and clients turn to Avena Law Office when criminal charges threaten records, education, licensing, driving privileges, and future opportunities.
Why Families Call Glenn
A Criminal Charge Should Not Define a Young Person’s Future
Glenn E. Avena represents juveniles, students, young adults, and families facing serious criminal allegations throughout Madison, Dane County, and South-Central Wisconsin.
His work focuses on protecting records, education, scholarships, employment opportunities, driving privileges, and long-term reputation. Whether the case involves an underage alcohol citation, OWI/DUI, drug allegation, theft, disorderly conduct, domestic violence, or felony charge, early defense matters.
Credentials & Strengths
Prepared. Strategic. Focused on the Future.
U.S. Army Veteran
Glenn brings discipline, preparation, and mission-focused advocacy to criminal defense.
Criminal Justice Background
Graduate education in criminal justice helps inform case strategy, procedure, and defense planning.
Spanish-Speaking Attorney
Glenn is fluent in Spanish and serves English- and Spanish-speaking clients.
Direct Attorney Access
Clients work with Glenn directly, not just with staff or a case manager.
Education & Legal Training
Legal Education and Criminal Justice Foundation
J.D., University of Cincinnati College of Law
Glenn earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 2002, building the legal foundation used in criminal defense strategy, advocacy, and client representation.
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. This background 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 veteran discipline and preparation to criminal defense.
Defense Focus
Cases Glenn E. Avena Handles
“A young person’s mistake should not define the rest of their life.”
— Glenn E. Avena
Professional Memberships
Connected to Wisconsin’s Legal Community
Glenn E. Avena’s professional memberships and community involvement support his work for clients in Madison, Dane County, and South-Central Wisconsin criminal defense matters.
State Bar of Wisconsin
Wisconsin attorneys are required to be admitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court and join the State Bar as a condition of practicing law in Wisconsin.
American Bar Association
The ABA is the national voice of the legal profession and provides resources across practice areas and professional development.
Dane County Bar Association
Local legal community involvement in Dane County, where many Madison-area criminal cases are heard.
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
WACDL promotes criminal defense expertise, fair trials, due process, and protection of individual rights.
Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County
Community connection supporting Spanish-speaking families, business owners, and residents across Dane County.
Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce
Business and civic connection in the Madison area where Avena Law Office serves clients and families.
Fitchburg Chamber Visitor & Business Bureau
Local connection to Fitchburg and the surrounding Madison-area community.
VFW Post 11244
Veteran service and continued connection to the veteran community after Glenn’s United States Army service.
Serving South-Central Wisconsin
Criminal Defense Attorney Serving 14 Wisconsin Counties
Avena Law Office LLC represents juveniles, students, young adults, families, and adults in courts throughout Columbia County, Dane County, Dodge County, Fond du Lac County, Grant County, Green County, Green Lake County, Iowa County, Jefferson County, Lafayette County, Marquette County, Richland County, Rock County, and Sauk County.
Dane County Criminal Defense Attorney
Dodge County Criminal Defense Attorney
Fond du Lac County Criminal Defense Attorney
Grant County Criminal Defense Attorney
Green County Criminal Defense Attorney
Green Lake County Criminal Defense Attorney
Iowa County Criminal Defense Attorney
Jefferson County Criminal Defense Attorney
Lafayette County Criminal Defense Attorney
Marquette County Criminal Defense Attorney
Richland County Criminal Defense Attorney
Rock County Criminal Defense Attorney
Sauk County Criminal Defense Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions for Glenn E. Avena
Does Glenn E. Avena handle juvenile criminal defense cases?
Yes. Glenn represents juveniles and families in cases involving school incidents, underage alcohol allegations, theft, disorderly conduct, drug offenses, battery, and related matters.
Does Avena Law Office represent college and high school students?
Yes. Glenn represents students facing criminal allegations that may affect school discipline, scholarships, housing, employment, and future applications.
How quickly should I contact a criminal defense attorney?
Immediately. Early action can help protect evidence, identify weaknesses, prevent avoidable statements, and begin building a defense strategy.
How do I contact Glenn E. Avena?
Call 608.271.2271 or email info@avenalaw.com to request a consultation.
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.