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John Anthony Ward, LLCMember
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John Anthony Ward

4.4
23 reviews

3636 80th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142-2927

Criminal, Family, Estate Planning and 16 more

About John Anthony Ward

John Anthony Ward practices at John Anthony Ward, LLC

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Platinum Client Champion
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John Anthony Ward got this award in 2021

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Communication
4.4
Quality of Service
4.5
Responsiveness
4.5
Value for Money
4.1
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
August 31, 2017
Hired Attorney

Surprise Divorce. I had lots of self doubt during this process. After all, my wife was my best friend. I didnt know who to trust anymore, I even doubted myself. John looked out for me, he knew what I wanted, and what i deserved, He worked with me, and protected my interests. Thank you John, on many Levels.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 06, 2015
Hired Attorney

John helped me big time with my divorce. He won my case against my ex wife when she was trying to move away with my kids. Thank you John I will always appreciate what you did for me.

Restraining Orders
Posted by anonymous
April 05, 2025
Hired Attorney

John was great and very assertive in my case. He coached me on whether or not my testimony was needed against false allegations. He definitely gave us peace of mind after the first meeting with the judge.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 19, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Ward is a great attorney who was able to represent me with great ability, even after he was given only 2 business days to begin the case before trial. He has excellent communication skills and believes in keeping his clients informed. He always made it a point to return calls or respond to emails. His office is detailed and they take care of their clients. I cannot comment on the value for money as I think what he charges is fair when compared to other great attorneys. Recommended!!!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 19, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Ward is a superb attorney that you can trust WILL represent you to get you what you want. He had excellent communication with me and believes in keeping his clients informed. He always returned my calls in a very timely manner and his office always made sure to give him my messages/emails. When compared to other attorneys what he charges for services is fair and worth every penny for the quality representation you get. He is highly recommended!!!

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
November 25, 2010
Hired Attorney

I think he is a wonderful lawyer in fact I was the first person in the history of Kenosha, Wisconsin to get conditional release on a fourth offense DUI. I was found not guilty due to mental health factors. He kept me out of going to prison for two years. He is a christian man and he is very good defending people with mental health issues. The only draw back is that I feel he overcharged me for certain things. Like leaving messages on his voice mail, and a few other things.

 
Criminal Law
Posted by anonymous
September 08, 2010
Hired Attorney

I think he is a very good lawyer and will be willing to fight for you but he does overcharge ridiculously for certain things like $50.00 for a 5 minute phone call even if you just get his answer machine

White Collar Crime
Posted by anonymous
April 05, 2025
Hired Attorney

One of the worst Attorney's I have seen. Very disrespectful, a telephone tough guy. Refused meetings, will hang up on you, knows nothing about the case he is just greedy, over advertised, makes the paralegal do all the work and he just reads it off, then makes excuses.

Family Law
Posted by Donnell
May 20, 2023
Hired Attorney

He will over charge you. I missed courtdates and he was my attorney. Because they didn't notify me. Fire him before trial. I did more work on my case than he did.

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Criminal Law 9
    • DUI/DWI
    • Weapons Charges
    • Drug Crimes
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Sex Crimes
    • Homicide
    • Misdemeanors
    • Parole and Probation
    • Juvenile Law
  • Domestic Violence
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Sexual Abuse
  • Family Law 3
    • Child Custody
    • Visitation Rights
    • Military Divorce
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Restraining Orders
  • Other 2
    • Criminal
    • Family

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1985, Wisconsin
    1985, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
    1986, Illinois
    1990, U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
    1997, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    John Marshall Law School
    Class of 1985
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Wisconsin-Parkside
    Class of 1982
    Economics

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4.4
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3636 80th StreetKenosha, WI 53142-2927U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    John Anthony Ward was admitted in 1985 to the State of Wisconsin.
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    John Anthony Ward is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin and United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
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    Yes, John Anthony Ward has a 4.4 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, John Anthony Ward offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    John Anthony Ward attended John Marshall Law School.

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